Seasonal Maintenance Equipment Operator I (North Point Maintenance Facility)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Cambridge, MA

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About The Position

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Maintenance Equipment Operator I.

Safety Sensitive Positions such as the Maintenance Equipment Operator I require that the employee participate in the DCR Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing Program Policy and be subject to a Pre-placement and Random DOT Drug and Alcohol testing.

Incumbents of this position will operate heavy power-operated equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders and bulldozers used in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of roadways, highways, parks, etc.; will operate heavy dump trucks, snow plows, sanders, tractor-drawn mowers and other equipment for highway and grounds maintenance; will operate light vehicles such as passenger cars and panel trucks for transporting personnel and materials; will perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment; will maintain records and prepare reports and perform related work as required.

Requirements

• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
• Possession of a current and valid 2A Massachusetts Hoisting license (This is referred to in the Job Specs as Mass. Class C Equipment Operators License)
• Possession of current and valid CDL license (This is referred to in the Job Specs as a Mass. Class 2 Motor Vehicle Operators License)
• None.
• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver's License (CDL).
• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class C Equipment Operator's License issued by the Department of Public Safety.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the methods and techniques in the use, care and safe operation of a wide variety of heavy and specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of the preventative maintenance procedures relative to heavy equipment used for roadwork, parkland work and snow clearing work.
• Knowledge of the State Laws, pertaining to the operation of equipment upon the highways.
• Skilled in the operation of equipment assigned
• Skilled in the operation of a wide variety of heavy equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy and/or specialized equipment.
• Ability to operate snow clearing equipment such as snow plows, sanders and front-end loaders.
• Ability to make minor emergency vehicle repairs.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time in varying climatic conditions.
• Knowledge of the standard procedure in operating mobile radio communication equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy power-operated equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders, bulldozers and catch basin machines used to construct, maintain or repair roadways, parks or drainage systems.
• Operates heavy dump trucks, snow plows, sanders, sweepers or tractor drawn mowers to maintain roadways and grounds.
• Performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as lubricating, fueling, cleaning and checking tire pressure, battery, oil, water and coolant levels.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on such matters as vehicle use, mileage, destinations, accidents, gas and other vehicle expenses.
• Performs such duties such as loading and unloading equipment and supplies; mixing and applying materials such as sand, salt, gravel, etc.
• Operates such equipment such as winches, chain saws, jackhammers and grinders.
• May inspect work performed by contractors for compliance with specifications.
• Receive direct supervision from employees of higher grade who provide instruction, assign work and review performance for effectiveness.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed