Construction Equipment Operator (2 Positions)

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; Town of Stamford (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation in New York seeks a skilled laborer for critical maintenance and rehabilitation work across DEC facilities and infrastructure in the Stamford area. You will work with heavy equipment and need a valid driver’s license to operate vehicles used in field projects.

The position is an hourly appointment funded through 3/31/2027 with potential continuation; you must be able to work in remote locations and adverse weather, and you will be expected to obtain a

Qualifications

• One year of experience operating equipment and possession of a Valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle operated.

Responsibilities

• Maintain infrastructure and facilities across DEC assets including campgrounds, boat launch facilities, offices, flood control facilities, roads, utilities, bridges, and dams.
• Operate heavy equipment such as dump trucks, bulldozers, excavators and loaders following safety standards and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Heavy equipment operation

CDL within 12 months

Remote/work in adverse weather

Tools

Dump trucks

Tractor trailers

Bulldozers

Excavators

Front end loaders

Chainsaws

Power tampers

Job description

Duties Description

Critical maintenance and rehabilitation work on infrastructure and facilities, including campgrounds, boat launch facilities, offices, flood control facilities, recreational facilities, road systems, vehicles, foot trails, utilities, bridges and dams. These activities are essential to ensuring the protection of the public health and safety. It is necessary that the selected candidate has a working knowledge of construction best practices and techniques along with experience operating dump trucks, tractor trailer's, bull dozer's, excavators, front end loaders as well as small equipment including chain saws, power tampers, etc.

Description

Duties Description

Critical maintenance and rehabilitation work on infrastructure and facilities, including campgrounds, boat launch facilities, offices, flood control facilities, recreational facilities, road systems, vehicles, foot trails, utilities, bridges and dams. These activities are essential to ensuring the protection of the public health and safety. It is necessary that the selected candidate has a working knowledge of construction best practices and techniques along with experience operating dump trucks, tractor trailer's, bull dozer's, excavators, front end loaders as well as small equipment including chain saws, power tampers, etc.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience in the operation of equipment and possession of a Valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle operated.

Additional Comments

• This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/2027, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
• Use of personal protection equipment, including a respirator, will be required.
• Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
• Must be able to work in remote areas.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must obtain a Class B CDL within 12 months of appointment with appropriate endorsements and no air brake restriction.
• Will be subject to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (OTETA) of 1991, which requires employee testing for drug and alcohol abuse.
• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
• The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please email: [e-mail].
• Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).