Motor Equipment Operator I

City of Norwich

Motor Equipment Operator I

Distinguishing Features of the Class: Work involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of various types of motor equipment, together with recurring amount of heavy manual labor. Work is performed under the supervision of the Working Foreman and under the general direction of the Superintendent of Public Works. It may include the leading of a group of peers or subordinates. Does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities:

Operates a truck in conjunction with the removal of snow, refuse and garbage and in the transportation of stone, gravel and supplies;

Operates a tractor or truck with snow loader, snowplow, bulldozer or other attachments;

Operates rollers, loaders, backhoes or other construction equipment;

Performs basic preventive maintenance on motor equipment;

Performs manual labor, such as loading trucks, digging ditches, flushing sewers and cleaning catch basins;

May lead a small group of peers or subordinates.

Full Performance knowledge, skills, abilities and personal characteristics:

Thorough knowledge of the operation of trucks, loaders, backhoes, rollers, and other automotive and construction equipment. Good knowledge of basic preventive maintenance techniques as they relate to motor equipment. Ability to communicate effectively with superiors and subordinates both orally and in writing. Mechanical aptitude, industry, dependability, willingness to respond to emergencies. Physical condition commensurate with demands of the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; and one year of experience in the operation of automotive equipment used in construction; or

2. One (1) year of satisfactory training in the operation of automotive equipment used in construction; or

3. A combination of training and experience within the confines of (1) and (2) sufficient to demonstrate the ability to perform the work.

Special Requirements:

Valid NYS CDL-B with tanker and airbrakes endorsement, possession of license at time of appointment and maintenance of same while employed.