Qualifications
- Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class 2 Motor Vehicle Operator's License
- Possession of a current and valid 2A Massachusetts Hoisting license (This is referred to in the Job Specs as Mass
- Class C Equipment Operators License)
- Possession of current and valid CDL license (This is referred to in the Job Specs as a Mass
- Class 2 Motor Vehicle Operators License)
- Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver's License (CDL)
- Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class C Equipment Operator's License issued by the Department of Public Safety
- Minimum Entrance Requirements: None
- Knowledge of the preventative maintenance procedures relative to heavy equipment used for roadwork, parkland work and snow clearing work
- Knowledge of the State Laws, pertaining to the operation of equipment upon the highways
- Skilled in the operation of equipment assigned
- Skilled in the operation of a wide variety of heavy equipment
- Ability to operate heavy and/or specialized equipment
- Ability to operate snow clearing equipment such as snow plows, sanders and front-end loaders
- Ability to make minor emergency vehicle repairs
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time in varying climatic conditions
- Knowledge of the standard procedure in operating mobile radio communication equipment
Benefits
- When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package
Responsibilities
- The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position Maintenance Equipment Operator II at the Nahant Labor Yard for the Fall/Winter 2025 season
- Safety Sensitive Positions require that the employee participate in the DCR Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing Program Policy and be subject to a Pre-placement and Random DOT Drug and Alcohol testing
- Incumbents in this position will operate heavy power-operated equipment such as street sweepers, backhoes, front-end loaders and bulldozers used in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of roadways, parkways, parks, etc.; operates heavy dump trucks, snow plows, sanders, tractor-drawn mowers, surf rakes and other equipment for beach, highway and grounds maintenance; operates light vehicles such as passenger cars and panel trucks for transporting personnel and materials; performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment; maintains records and prepares reports; and inspects contractual services
- The basic purpose of this work is to operate heavy power-operated and other equipment used in excavating, grading and other activities to construct, maintain and/or repair roadways, parkways, pedestrian bridges, roadsides, parks, beaches and other projects
- Operates heavy power-operated equipment such as cranes, backhoes, front-end loaders, bulldozers and catch basin machines used to construct, maintain or repair roadways, parkways, parks or drainage systems
- Operates heavy dump trucks, snow plows, sanders, sweepers or tractor-drawn mowers, and surf rakes or sickle bars to maintain roadways, parkways and grounds
- Performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as lubricating, fueling, cleaning and checking tire pressure, battery, oil, water and coolant levels, etc
- Maintains records and prepares reports on such matters as vehicle use, mileage, destinations, accidents, gas and other vehicle expenses, such as fuel, repairs, etc
- Loads and unloads furniture, equipment and supplies; mixes and applies materials such as sand, salt, gravel, etc
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervise staff
- Performs related work as assigned
- Operate equipment such as, Roller - Over 5 Ton; Loader 4 Cubic Yard or greater; Basket Truck - Over 30 feet; Hydro-Crane; and Cable Crane, etc
- Knowledge of the methods and techniques in the use, care and safe operation of a wide variety of heavy and specialized equipment
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