City of Boston is hiring: Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator in Boston

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Overview

INDIVIDUALS WISHING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION MUST COMPLETE THE CIVIL SERVICE LABOR SERVICE REGISTRATION PROCESS FOR THE POSITION AT https://www.csexam.hrd.state.ma.us/eligiblelist/LSApplications.aspx?ListId=77&ListTypeId=4&LS_Town=Boston IN ADDITION TO COMPLETING THE CITY OF BOSTON CAREER CENTER APPLICATION.

Brief Job Description (essential Functions Of The Job)

Under general supervision, operates and has responsibility for special motor equipment requiring an operating engineer's license and/or requiring unusual skill; may supervise a small group of equipment operators and helpers, or may be responsible for the maintenance and care of small pieces of motor equipment; and does related work as required.

Responsibilities

• Operates catch basin cleaning machines and supervises the work of the men involved in such cleaning operations.
• Operates heavy tractor-trailers, wrecker trucks, large mobile cranes, large earth movers, and power shovels.
• Change tires and batteries.
• Services, adjusts, and makes minor repairs to special motor equipment.
• May supervise the work of employees of lesser grade.
• May be responsible for the maintenance and care of a small number of pieces of equipment.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in related work.
• Must possess any and all licenses required by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety to operate any special heavy motor equipment, including a valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and a Hoisting License.
• Must have the ability to exercise good judgment and be able to focus on detail as required by the job.
• Applicants must be available to work any assigned shift in any assigned location.
• Experience operating heavy machinery or specialized equipment.
• Understanding of safety protocols and regulations related to heavy equipment operation.

Qualifications Acquired On The Job

• Knowledge of safety protocols related to park maintenance and visitor safety.
• Ability to perform repairs and upkeep of park facilities and equipment.

Cori Check Required

Pre-employment Physical and Drug test required

Terms

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: AFSCME/RA1-14

Hours per week: 40