Motor Equipment Operator - Multiple positions- Cortland County Highway Department

About the role

The Motor Equipment Operator position with the Cortland County Highway Department involves operating a variety of equipment used in road building, construction, and general public works maintenance. The role includes performing recurring manual duties related to equipment operation, carrying out assigned duties when not operating equipment, and conducting basic vehicle upkeep such as lubrication and maintenance of fluid levels. Work is generally performed outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather, under general supervision according to established procedures. Location: Cortland County Highway Department. Status: Non-Competitive, Probationary.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of equipment used in road building, construction, and public works maintenance.
• Perform recurring manual duties related to equipment operation.
• Carry out other duties as assigned when not operating equipment.
• Perform basic vehicle upkeep, including lubrication and maintenance of equipment fluid levels.
• Work outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather, under general supervision.
• Perform related work as required.

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications: Either (a) six (6) months of experience operating motor equipment, heavy automotive equipment, farm equipment, or highway construction and maintenance equipment AND possession of a valid NYS Class B driver’s license with air brake endorsement; OR (b) successful completion of a Motor Equipment Operator traineeship.
• Special requirement: Possession of a valid New York State Class B Driver’s License with air brake endorsement at time of application; must maintain the license and all required endorsements; failure to do so may result in disciplinary action or dismissal.
• Pre-employment screenings required.

Benefits

• New York State Retirement System
• Low Deductible Health Insurance Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off including 13 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance available after one year of service

Pay

Salary: $22.8048–$28.8651 per hour (CSEA Union)

Schedule

Work Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week.