City of Newton
Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Transportation Division
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Job Description
- Req#: 92168
- Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of medium and heavy duty motor equipment that requires a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), including both standard and automatic drive trucks and motor equipment.
- Drives trucks to haul materials, plows snow, operates sander and other vehicles as assigned. Keeps logs of activities as required.
- Ensures that all safety precautions are followed while performing work.
- Performs a CDL circle check; lubricates, adds oil, inflates tires and otherwise services equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Reports any malfunctions to supervisor, and may assist in making minor repairs and maintenance.
- All employees hired after 6/6/2005 will also perform traffic maintenance functions.
- Participate in snow and ice removal operations and other emergencies as declared by the City.
- Performs similar or related duties as required by the supervisor.
- Should have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- One to three (1-3) years of experience in operating heavy trucks and equipment, or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
- Must possess a valid Class B Massachusetts Commercial Driver's License. Class A preferred.
- Must possess a valid Massachusetts Driver's License.
- Health insurance - 75% employer sponsored
- Dental insurance
- Two (2) weeks of vacation time per year
- Annual step increases (up to the maximum of the grade)
- Annual cost of living adjustments (COLA)
- Longevity payments after 5 years of continuous service
- 12.5 paid holidays per year
- $1000 clothing allowance per year
- 2 paid floating holidays per year, 2 personal business days per year
- 80 hours of special leave time per year
- Snow bonus - an additional $8.50/hour
- Summer Hours - Friday's off - Monday through Thursday 10 hour work days
- For Fleet Mechanics/Technicians, one (1) time $1500 tool allowance paid out upon completing probationary period
- Availability for overtime
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 457 Deferred Compensation plans
- Metro Credit Union
- Verizon Wireless discount
- Employee Assistance Program
- City Retirement (Mandatory)
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- Opportunity to serve the public and join a dynamic team of dedicated employees
Position provides laborer and equipment utilization functions for the department. Responsibilities include operating heavy trucks and unskilled laborer's tools required for work projects, and ensuring for the safe and efficient operation of vehicles and machinery.
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