Motor Equipment Operator I

City of Waterbury • Waterbury, CT

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About The Position

The Motor Equipment Operator I operates light trucks to transport tools, equipment, and supplies to and from repair jobs. The position also operates sidewalk snow removal vehicles, including a Bobcat, multi-gang mowers, gasoline tractors, and other light equipment. The operator performs daily vehicle maintenance and minor repairs, and operates equipment during snow-plowing and snow-removal operations. The role assists with loading and unloading transported materials and equipment and supervises laborers performing loading and unloading when not driving. Other assigned duties may include laborer or semi-skilled laborer tasks.

Applicants need some experience operating light automotive equipment and completion of a standard grade school course, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A Connecticut driver’s license and a good driving record are required. The position is covered by the agreement between the City of Waterbury and Waterbury City Employees Local 353, Council 4, AFSCME (Blue Collar).

Requirements

• Some experience operating light automotive equipment and completion of a standard grade school course, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Possession of a Connecticut driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Skill in operating tractors, sidewalk snow-removal equipment, light trucks, gang mowers, and other light equipment in all types of weather.
• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions.
• Good knowledge of traffic rules.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to make minor repairs and equipment adjustments.
• Dependability and good physical condition.

Responsibilities

• Operate light trucks to carry tools, equipment, and supplies to and from repair jobs.
• Operate sidewalk snow-removal vehicles, including a Bobcat.
• Operate multi-gang mowers, gasoline tractors, and other light equipment.
• Perform daily driver’s maintenance and make minor vehicle repairs as required.
• Operate equipment in snow-plowing and snow-removal operations.
• Assist with loading and unloading transported materials and equipment.
• Supervise laborers loading and unloading trucks when not engaged as a driver.
• Perform assigned laborer or semi-skilled laborer tasks when not driving.

Benefits

• Choice of two health insurance plans, with employee contributions varying by plan.
• Prescription drug rider.
• Dental plan.
• Group life insurance for an individual.
• Retirement plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid personal days.

What This Job Offers

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