Motor Equipment Operator I

Motor Equipment Operator I

Candidates must have been legal residents of the following jurisdiction(s) for at least four months immediately preceding the date of the application: Livingston County, or one of the following Counties: Allegany, Genesee, Monroe, Ontario, Steuben or Wyoming.

These duties involve responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of trucks and various types of road maintenance and construction equipment. Employees are also required to closely monitor the operation of equipment, report necessary repairs to the Shop Manager and perform routine maintenance involving lubrication and maintaining liquid levels. Work is performed in the office and in the field. The work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures. General instructions are received regarding routine work and detailed or specific instructions are received regarding new or unusual assignments. Supervision may be exercised over the work of subordinate employees. Employees may be required to perform manual road and bridge work as needed. A Motor Equipment Operator I does related work as assigned.

Examples of Duties

• Performs year round traffic control (flagging);
• Operates a truck in connection with the hauling and placing of material for road and bridge construction and repair;
• Operates a truck to transport workers, tools and other equipment;
• Operates a tractor mower for cutting grass or brush from roadsides and public places;
• May operate ten wheel dump trucks and trucks with snow plows on a substitute basis;
• Services assigned vehicle and maintains it in clean condition;
• Loads and unloads trucks;
• Performs a variety of manual tasks such as cutting trees, road patching, bridge scraping, painting and snow shoveling;
• Operates commercial motor vehicles as directed; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Full performance knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal characteristics: Good knowledge of the operation of bucket loaders, snow plow trucks, four-wheel drive snow blowers, rollers, tractors, ten-wheel dump trucks and street cleaning equipment; good knowledge of County geography; good manual dexterity; ability to service and make simple repairs to small tractors and dump trucks; ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions; ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds; ability to stand and walk for extended periods; ability to frequently stoop, bend, and kneel; ability to perform sustained and vigorous activities in a variety of environments, temperatures, and weather conditions and exposure to dust, dirt, grease, and construction materials; mechanical aptitude; willingness to respond to emergencies and work under adverse weather conditions; diligence and dependability; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Typical Qualifications

Applicants must meet all requirements for one of the following qualification options in order to be approved for examination and/or appointment:

Qualification Option # - 1 - 2

Training/Education - None required.

General experience - Six months of full-time paid experience in the operation of light automotive equipment.

Supervisory experience - None required.

License/Certification - Possession of a valid New York State Class B commercial driver's license. - Possession of a valid New York State Class B commercial permit.

Other requirements - See Special Qualifications below.

Part-time service will be given prorated credit toward experience requirements.

Supplemental Information

1. Applicants appointed under Option 1 must possess or obtain within 60 calendar days of appointment a commercial motor vehicle driver's license endorsement for tank.
2. Applicants appointed under Option 2 will be required to obtain their commercial motor vehicle driver's license with an endorsement for tank within 12 months of appointment.
3. Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
4. Appropriate licensure, with necessary endorsements, must be maintained throughout employment (NYS Transportation Law 140 (2)(c)).
5. A driving record evidencing safe and responsible vehicle operation is required.
6. Must authorize and execute any necessary releases to enable the appointing authority to verify licensure and driving history involving violations and/or crimes.

Motor Equipment Operator I NC in the County service

NOTE: Livingston County residency is not a requirement for this position. However, Livingston County residents will be given preference in the hiring process.

Livingston County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

Livingston County offers a robust benefits package for our employees. This includes a variety of benefits that include - but are not limited to: health insurance options, dental insurance paid fully by the County, paid vacation leave, paid holidays, ability to participate in our deferred compensation program, participation in the NYS Retirement System, wellness offerings, and more. For full details view the benefits guide here: Livingston County Benefit Information