CDL Heavy Equipment Operator

City of Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Buffalo is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate a range of specialized and heavy-duty equipment on assigned shifts across departments. The incumbent will follow supervisor work orders, perform basic maintenance, and document any equipment issues while wearing required safety gear.

Applicants must have one year of full-time experience operating heavy equipment such as hi-lift, front-end loader, tractor-trailer, or dump truck with plow, plus verifiable training or affidavit of

Qualifications

• 1 year of full-time experience operating specialized heavy-duty equipment.
• Verification via affidavit or training certificate presented at filing.
• CDL-A license required and maintained during employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoe, loader, bulldozer, and plow trucks.
• Perform routine minor maintenance and daily checks on equipment.
• Follow work orders and supervisor directions; document issues observed.
• Wear safety gear and observe safety procedures.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Follow instructions

Weather resilience

Physical stamina

Tools

Hi-lift with bucket

Dump truck with wing plow

Job description

The City of Buffalo is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate a range of specialized and heavy-duty equipment on assigned shifts across departments. The incumbent will follow supervisor work orders, perform basic maintenance, and document any equipment issues while wearing required safety gear.

Applicants must have one year of full-time experience operating heavy equipment such as hi-lift, front-end loader, tractor-trailer, or dump truck with plow, plus verifiable training or affidavit of