Job Information
Job Order ID :
NY1494695
# of Positions :
1
Minimum Education Level :
High School Diploma/GED
Experience Required :
none
Salary :
$23.13 + hourly
Duration :
Full Time Regular
Shift :
Hours per week:
Not Specified
Job Description
One year of experience in the operation of medium weight automotive equipment OR
B Two years of experience in the operation of light weight automotive equipment.
AND C Possession of appropriate level of NYS drivers license determined by the Highway
Department.DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
These duties involve responsibility in the County Highway Department for the safe and efficient
operation of a variety of medium weight road building and construction equipment, including 10
wheel, double axle trucks and 4 wheel drive snowplows. This class differs from that of Motor
Equipment Operator Light since it requires greater skill and there is increased responsibility for
the safety of others. 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 routine maintenance including lubrication and maintenance
of equipment fluid levels. The work is performed under general supervision with leeway allowed
for exercise of independent judgment in carrying out details of the work. Supervision may be
exercised over the work of a Laborer assigned to the equipment operation. The incumbent does
related work as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of the operation of a variety of medium weight public works and construction
equipment including 10 wheel double axle trucks and 4 wheel drive snowplows
Good knowledge of county geography
Ability to service and make simple repairs to assigned equipment
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Mechanical aptitude
Willingness to respond to emergencies and work under adverse weather conditions
Industry and dependability
Physical condition commensurate to the demands of the position
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES Operates a 10 wheel double axle or tandem axle truck in connection with highway
maintenance or other public works projects
Operates 4 wheel drive snowplow truck including Walters, Oshkosh, or other type truck
mounted snow removal equipment
Performs minor mechanical repairs or servicing of automotive equipment
On assignment may operate bulldozer, excavator, grader, or other type of heavy automotive
equipment
Services assigned equipment and maintains it in clean condition
Loads and unloads trucks
May perform a variety of simple manual tasks such as cleaning culverts, shoveling snow,
painting, sweeping, and any other assigned task
May operate a mower, tractor, or roller
Performs a variety of manual tasks such as cutting trees, road patching, bridge scraping and
painting, and snow shoveling when not operating equipment
Performs all types of motor equipment and machinery operations
On assignment, incumbents may be required to operate all levels of departmental equipment
and machinery
Performs manual tasks related to motor equipment operation
Performs any manual work assigned within departmental operations.
Company Information
Name :
Cayuga County Highway Department
Application Information
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