Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator II

Boston Water and Sewer Commission•Boston, MA

2d•$1,798 - $2,145•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves operating and maintaining specialized heavy motor equipment that requires an operating engineer's license and/or unusual skill. The operator will be responsible for assigned vehicles, excavating job sites, completing reports, and potentially supervising or training other personnel. The position also requires adherence to safety procedures and may involve testifying on behalf of the Commission.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Must have knowledge of all safety procedures and be able to demonstrate the proper use of all required safety equipment.
Must possess a valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License, Class B with Air Brakes and Tanker vehicle endorsements, hoisting licenses with restrictions 1B, 2B, 4E and all licenses required by Federal or State authorities to operate any special heavy motor equipment.
Successful completion of the BWSC’s Apprentice Program unless otherwise agreed.
May be required to complete Waste Water Collection Course and obtain certification.
May be required to complete Water Distribution Course.
As required by the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations, Safety Sensitive Employees will be subject to drug and alcohol testing.
Required to work any emergency as instructed by the Commission.

Responsibilities

Operate and have responsibility for motor equipment requiring an operating engineer’s license and/or requiring unusual skill, including Crane, Derrick Truck, Vactor, Jet Truck, Front End Loader, Bobcat, Backhoe, Catch Basin Cleaner, Bucket Machine, multirodder, dump trucks and other necessary equipment.
Responsible for the maintenance, security and operation of assigned vehicles.
Excavate job sites.
Complete required forms and reports.
Execute simple sketches and plans.
May supervise or work with a small group of equipment operators and/or other field personnel.
Provide supervision and guidance to crews carrying out projects and tasks.
Train personnel in the inspection, performance of light repairs and the proper operation of various pieces of equipment.
May be required to testify on behalf of the Commission regarding legal matters.
Perform all duties as assigned or required.