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Heavy Motor Equipment Operator

City of Kingston, New York

About the Job

HEAVY MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR.

**APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED. APPLICATION CAN BE FOUND AT
2021 Amended Employment Application.xlsx**

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Operates one or more types of specialized heavy automotive equipment and performs a variety of manual tasks in connection with such operations; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF CLASS:

Work involves responsibility for the efficient operation of specialized heavy automotive equipment used in maintenance for construction projects. Greater skill is required than in the operation of other types of equipment and there is greater responsibility for the safety of others. Additional responsibility is involved for making minor repairs to equipment and for ordinary servicing. Supervision is received from the foreman on the job who assigns tasks and inspects the work in progress and upon completion.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (illustrative only)

  • Operates Construction Equipment, grader, sweeper, roller, caterpillar tractor with equipment and other types of heavy equipment in the construction and maintenance of streets.
  • Operates heavy snowplow in the clearing of roads.
  • May operate a tractor-trailer.
  • Operates heavy equipment in connection with cutting banks, cutting and filling ditches, removing stumps, stripping gravel pits and related department tasks.
  • Performs minor maintenance and repair work on assigned equipment.
  • Loads and unloads vehicles.
  • Performs a variety of simple manual tasks such as cleaning culverts, shoveling snow, painting and road maintenance work.
  • May be required to work down to lower level position from time to time.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Good knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heavy automotive equipment; ability to service and make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; mechanical aptitude; dependability; good physical condition.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from High School or possession of a High School Equivalency diploma and minimum one year of experience in the operation of vehicles 26,000 pounds or more, Class B, CDL with air brakes and a tanker endorsement.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT UPON APPOINTMENT:
  • Ability to Pass a D.O.T. pre-employment drug screen and physical.
  • Ability to pass a skills test (road test).
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledgeable of D.O.T. regulations.
  • Must be 18 years or older with a clean Driver's License.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR KINGSTON WATER DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES ONLY:

Graduation from High School or possession of a High School Equivalency diploma and a valid New York State Class B, CDL driver's license.

About the Company

We are dedicated to recruiting and retaining the most qualified people for positions in local government. Most jobs in local government fall under the Civil Service system. A "Civil Service" employee can be anyone from a secretary, Police Officer, Fire Fighter, a mechanic or a supervisor for a department. Different jobs have different requirements. Some jobs require that you take an examination to be considered for a permanent job. These are called competitive positions. There are three types of positions that have no examination requirements:Exempt positions are those where the employer decides the qualifications of applicants and chooses the person they want to hire. The process is similar to that found in private industry.Non-competitive positions have specific education and experience requirements that you must meet. Employers choose from among the qualified people who apply.Labor positions have no requirements. Employers may choose anyone for these jobs.If you are interested in a position with the City of Kingston, whether it be a tested or non-tested position, you must complete the Application for Examination and Employment which can be found on our website at
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