Three options come to mind:
-First, in Florida check out Ritchie Brothers Auctions, they do heavy equipment auctions. My sister works for them up here in Canada and they have treated her very well. It also gets your foot in the door into a new area (heavy duty equipment).
-Second, Texas oilfield or off shore. Off shore probably being the better choice as you are more likely to advance quickly. When life and death are on the line all the time, people with brains move. This way you still get the warm non salty climate, but have a chance for a challenging career that pays well.
-Third, Suck it up princess, and move to Dakota's/Wyoming/Colorado ect... Bakken Oilfield.