The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Maintenance Equipment Operator I.

Safety Sensitive Positions such as the Maintenance Equipment Operator I 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 of this position will operate heavy power-operated equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders and bulldozers used in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of roadways, highways, parks, etc.; will operate heavy dump trucks, snow plows, sanders, tractor-drawn mowers and other equipment for highway and grounds maintenance; will operate light vehicles such as passenger cars and panel trucks for transporting personnel and materials; will perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment; will maintain records and prepare reports and perform related work as required.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Operates heavy power-operated equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders, bulldozers and catch basin machines used to construct, maintain or repair roadways, parks or drainage systems.

Operates heavy dump trucks, snow plows, sanders, sweepers or tractor drawn mowers to maintain roadways and grounds.

Performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as lubricating, fueling, cleaning and checking tire pressure, battery, oil, water and coolant levels.

Maintain records and prepare reports on such matters as vehicle use, mileage, destinations, accidents, gas and other vehicle expenses.

Performs such duties such as loading and unloading equipment and supplies; mixing and applying materials such as sand, salt, gravel, etc.

Operates such equipment such as winches, chain saws, jackhammers and grinders.

May inspect work performed by contractors for compliance with specifications.

Receive direct supervision from employees of higher grade who provide instruction, assign work and review performance for effectiveness.

Perform related work as required.

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D 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)

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of the methods and techniques in the use, care and safe operation of a wide variety of heavy and specialized equipment.
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.

Qualifications

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: None.

Special Requirements:

I. Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver's License (CDL).

II.Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class C Equipment Operator's License issued by the Department of Public Safety.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.