Motor Equipment Operator - Multiple positions- Cortland County Highway Department

Job Title

Motor Equipment Operator - Multiple positions- Cortland County Highway Department

About the role

The work involves responsibility for the operation of a variety of equipment used in road building, construction and general public works maintenance projects. The incumbent is required to perform recurring manual duties related to operation of the equipment and other duties as assigned when not operating equipment. Additionally, an incumbent performs basic vehicle upkeep including lubrication and maintenance of equipment fluid levels. The work is generally performed outdoors at times in inclement weather conditions under general supervision according to established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of equipment used in road building, construction and maintenance projects
• Perform recurring manual duties related to operation of the equipment
• Perform basic vehicle upkeep including lubrication and maintenance of equipment fluid levels
• Work outdoors in inclement weather conditions under general supervision
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Six (6) months of experience in the operation of motor equipment, heavy automotive equipment, farm equipment or highway construction and maintenance equipment
• Possession of a valid NYS Class B driver’s license with air brake endorsement

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Motor Equipment Operator traineeship

Special requirements

• Possession of a valid New York State Class B Driver’s License with air brake endorsement is required at time of application
• Failure to maintain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License and all required endorsements including driving privileges thought employment will 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

$22.8048-28.8651/hr. (CSEA Union)

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week