27-021 Heavy Equipment Operator 1-Utilities, Full-Time

cityofdover; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Dover seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate bulldozers, graders, rollers, snow plows and related machinery in public works projects. You will load, transport materials, perform routine maintenance and assist in snow removal operations.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years heavy equipment experience and a valid NH CDL B with Air Brake Endorsement (Tankers also preferred), plus certifications such as NE Collection Systems Operator II and NH Water Distribution

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years in operation and maintenance of heavy construction equipment or equivalent.
• Must maintain NH CDL B with Air Brake Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement; CDL-A with endorsements preferred.
• Must maintain NE Collection Systems Operator Certificate II and NH Water Distribution Certification II.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction and maintenance equipment to support road construction, material handling, and city facilities work.
• Perform routine maintenance and report major repairs to supervisor and mechanics.
• Direct unskilled or semi-skilled workers in routine maintenance and construction tasks.
• Operate vehicles safely to protect equipment and comply with laws and city policies.
• Prepare equipment for snow removal and seasonal cleanup operations.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

3 years operating heavy construction equipment

NH CDL B with Air Brake Endorsement

NH CDL-A with endorsements preferred

NE Collection Systems Operator Certificate II

NH Water Distribution Certification II

Job description

The Utilities team of the Community Services Department is seeking an individual to be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy motor equipment used in public works construction and maintenance activities including bulldozers, graders, mechanized rollers, snow removal equipment, loaders, backhoes, street sweepers, and similar types of heavy equipment.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, 40 hour per week position with a fantastic full time benefit package offering. $25.19 to $36.47 per hour. Position is open until filled.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position. The listed examples may not include all duties found in this class):

• Operate assigned heavy construction and maintenance equipment in support of loading and transporting road construction materials, debris and equipment; excavation and road repair and maintenance work; and repair and maintenance of City facilities and equipment.
• Service equipment and make minor field repairs; report need for major repair to supervisor and mechanics.
• As assigned, direct the work of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled workers involved in routine maintenance and construction activities related to public works and utilities field operations.
• Operate vehicles in such a manner as to maintain the mechanical and structural integrity of assigned vehicles and in compliance with all laws, ordinances, policies and procedures at all times.
• Prepare and operate equipment, on an emergency and seasonal basis, for snow removal and other seasonal clean up operations.
• Perform various semi-skilled tasks essential to department and city operations when not engaged in heavy equipment operations.
• Knowledge of the maintenance requirements, work hazards, safety practices and traffic laws relating to heavy equipment operation.
• Maintains availability when requested to meet emergency situations.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, other departments and agencies, and the general public.
• Maintains familiarity with and executes safe work procedures associated with assigned work.
• Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of the functions, operating methods and care required of the heavy equipment used in public works and utilities projects. Knowledge of the maintenance requirements of heavy equipment and to detect equipment deficiencies and make necessary operational adjustments. Knowledge of the work hazards, safety practices and traffic laws relating to heavy equipment operation. Ability to understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions. Sufficient physical strength, conditioning and agility to perform strenuous manual labor for extended periods of time under varying weather and climactic conditions.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or equivalent. Three (3) years experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy construction and maintenance equipment OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position. Must maintain valid New Hampshire CDL B with Air Brake Endorsement and Tanker Endorsement, CDL-A with endorsements preferred. Must maintain complete certification for NE Collection Systems Operator Certificate Grade II and State of NH Water Distribution Certification Grade II.