Road Construction Operator Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $20.00 Hourly
Location : DOT Operation 5560 Zip Drive, Fort Myers, FL
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 08013PC
Department: D O T Operations
Opening Date: 08/12/2026
Closing Date: 8/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
Lee County is seeking a dependable Road Construction Equipment Operator to join our Roadway Construction team. This is a hands-on, outdoor position for someone who enjoys physical work, operating equipment, solving problems, and seeing the results of their efforts every day.
As part of our roadway construction crew, you will help build, repair, and maintain the roads, sidewalks, and drainage systems that keep residents, visitors, and businesses moving safely throughout Lee County.
If you take pride in quality work, enjoy working as part of a team, and want a stable career serving your community, this opportunity may be a great fit.
Duties and Responsibilities
What You'll Do
This is an active field position involving both equipment operation and skilled manual labor. Responsibilities include:

• Operate heavy equipment such as dump trucks, loaders, rollers, concrete saws, chipping hammers, and other construction equipment
• Install, replace, and repair drainage pipes, catch basins, and related roadway systems
• Build and repair sidewalks, driveways, and sod areas
• Load dump trucks and pickup trucks with trailers
• Mix and place concrete for sidewalk repairs
• Set up and maintain Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) work zones
• Grind uneven sidewalks and improve pedestrian safety
• Clear trees, brush, and debris from roadway areas
• Remove debris from catch basins and clean pipe ends by hand
• Perform repairs in tight spaces, including basin and manhole work
• Use hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment safely
• Work independently while supporting a team focused on safety and quality

Education, Experience, Licensing
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates will have:

• High School Diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• One (1) year of experience operating heavy equipment or performing similar construction work
• Ability to perform manual labor tasks associated with roadway construction, including lifting, carrying, standing, walking, and operating equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work in a safety-sensitive environment
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and equipment safely
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with team members
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions

Commercial Driver License (CDL) Requirements

• Candidates must obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) before applying for this position.
• Candidates with an out-of-state Commercial Driver's License (CDL) must obtain a Florida-issued CDL within sixty (60) days of relocating to Florida.
• The CLP is the first step toward obtaining a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). After hire, the selected candidate must obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months.

To Learn More
To learn more about CDL requirements, testing, and how to obtain your Commercial Learner's Permit through Lee County, visit:
Lee County Tax Collector - Commercial Driver License Information
Preferred:

• Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Previous experience operating heavy machinery on construction sites

Safety & Training

• This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing in accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR Parts 40 and/or 382).
• Employees will complete in-house training for IMOT certification and will be responsible for setting up and removing Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) work zones.

Supplemental Information
Work Schedule

• Tuesday- Friday 7:00 AM-5:30 PM.
• Weekend or emergency response work may be required
• Additional hours may be needed during weather events or special operations

Why Join Lee County?
At Lee County, your work has a visible impact. The roads you maintain, sidewalks you repair, and drainage systems you improve help keep the community safe and connected.
Joining our team means:

• Stable full-time employment with a local government organization
• Health and wellness benefits
• Retirement benefits through the State of Florida
• Paid training and opportunities to build skills
• A consistent work schedule
• The satisfaction of knowing your work serves the community every day

About the Department
The Lee County Department of Transportation plans, builds, and maintains the county's roadway network. Our teams support roadway construction, traffic operations, drainage improvements, sidewalk installation, landscaping, and other essential services that keep transportation systems safe and reliable.
Our employees take pride in providing quality work, maintaining safe roadways, and supporting the growing communities we serve.
About Lee County
Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
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Health Benefits:
• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits:
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:
1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
01
This is a hands-on construction position. In addition to operating equipment, employees perform physical labor such as cleaning work areas, moving materials, maintaining equipment, and assisting with roadway repairs. Can you perform these duties as required with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

02
Which best describes your CDL status?

• I have a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement
• I have a Class B CDL permit
• I have a different CDL class
• I do not have a CDL

03
How many years of heavy equipment operation experience do you have? (Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5+ years

04
Which of the following equipment have you operated? Select all that apply(Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• Dump truck
• Loader
• Roller
• Concrete Saw
• Chipping Hammer
• Laser Level

05
Which types of construction work have you performed? (choose the best option)(Please include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• Roadway Construction
• General Construction
• Professional Landscaping or Ground Work
• Drainage or Utility Work
• None of the above

Required Question