Construction Equipment Operator - VID 227211

NYS Office of General Services; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NYS Office of General Services in New York seeks a Grounds Maintenance Worker to assist in operation and maintenance of grounds equipment including mowers, street sweepers, loaders, and aerial lifts. You will perform manual labor and help transport trash from facilities to the transfer station.

Valid NY CDL Class A or B, ability to operate a forklift (OSHA certification after appointment), and the ability to work at heights are required.

Qualifications

• One year of experience operating equipment appropriate for the class.
• Valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the vehicle operated.

Responsibilities

• Operate mowers, street sweepers, loaders, salt spreaders, dump trucks, backhoes, and aerial lift trucks.
• Perform manual labor to complete grounds maintenance tasks.
• Manually load trash into a garbage hauler and transport the trash to the transfer station.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual labor

Equipment operation

Driver's license (NY)

Tools

Forklift operation

OSHA certification after appointment

Aerial lift operation

Job description

Duties Description

• Assist in grounds operation and maintenance by performing a variety of tasks including the operation of mowers, street sweepers, loaders, salt spreaders, dump trucks, backhoes, and aerial lift trucks.
• Perform manual labor to complete grounds maintenance tasks.
• Manually load trash into a garbage hauler and transport the trash from the facilities to the transfer station.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Assist in grounds operation and maintenance by performing a variety of tasks including the operation of mowers, street sweepers, loaders, salt spreaders, dump trucks, backhoes, and aerial lift trucks.
• Perform manual labor to complete grounds maintenance tasks.
• Manually load trash into a garbage hauler and transport the trash from the facilities to the transfer station.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Operational Needs:

• Valid New York State CDL, Class A or B
• Able to operate a forklift (OSHA certification provided after appointment).
• Able to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, platform lifts, boom lifts, etc.
• Able to perform moderate to heavy manual labor.
• Able to lift 70 lbs.
• Mandatory overtime as required for snow/ice control and removal, special events, and emergencies, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Shift:

Monday – Friday; 7:00AM – 3:00PM.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience in the operation of equipment noted as appropriate for this class and the possession of a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle operated.

Some examples of appropriate equipment for this class: Self-propelled sweepers, front end loaders and dump trucks.

A demonstration test may be required at the time of interview.

Pursuant to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Act, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be required. Once appointed to/selected for the position, random drug and alcohol testing will be required.

Application Process

Candidates are required to provide specific, verifiable information about their qualifying experience and/or coursework with their resume.?

Acceptable Proof

Experience: A letter on letterhead from your employer that includes the names and titles of supervisors, the duties performed during the training period and specific dates of employment.?

OR

Appropriate course work: A copy of their transcript or listing of course work completed.?

OR

A copy of a trade’s union card.

Per Agreement between the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. and the State of New York, Article 45 (d) the requirement to prove qualification shall rest with the employee. Candidates who do not submit appropriate documentary proof that they meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered for appointment.?

Additional Comments

The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.