CWC Tractor Operator (Seasonal)

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Transportation seeks a Tractor Operator for its Citywide Concrete Unit. This seasonal role involves operating backhoes, pay loaders, bobcats and forklifts, traveling to multiple job sites to prepare and pour concrete under supervision.

You will load materials, excavate trenches, and assist in safety checks on site. Candidates must have a valid Class B CDL and substantial hands-on experience with heavy equipment; residency is not required and the position runs

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience operating heavy-duty track-type tractors within the last 15 years.
• At least three years operating tractors plus two years maintenance or approved vocational training.
• Possession of a Class B CDL valid in New York and maintained during employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe, payloader, bobcats and forklifts on various job sites.
• Travel to many NYC locations and excavate trenches and relocate materials.
• Load dump trucks and mixers with sand, gravel, RCA or asphalt; assist safety checks.

Skills

Five years heavy equipment experience

Safety-conscious

Education

Five years experience operating heavy duty track-type tractors

Three years experience plus two years maintenance or approved trade school

Tools

Class B CDL

Job description

The Department of Transportation's (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents. DOT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment.

The Citywide Concrete Unit supports the agency's goal to enhance, rehabilitate, and maintain the City's infrastructure by acting as the agency's primary construction unit. We employ dedicated engineers, managers, support staff, laborers and adopt cost-savings and efficiency, while maintaining the highest standards of excellence and service to safety and quality.

Under direction, the selected candidate will perform the following duties but not limited to: operate backhoe, payloader, bobcats and forklifts. travel to various job locations throughout New York City to hammer, excavate corners, refugee islands, cobblestone streets, cave ins, etc.; excavate trench and backfill with layers of various sized gravel for previous concrete pour; backfilling and trenching with RCA or gravel after excavation. On/off loading equipment, steel faced curbs, concrete blocks, jersey barriers, etc. from trailers; load dump truck and zim mixers on a daily basis with material (sand, gravel, rca, cold or hot asphalt, etc.). May operate other heavy material for snow removal or emergency situations; lubricate equipment on a daily basis; service and make minor repairs to machinery and equipment; inspect safety hazards such as gas, electrical, sewer and water lines on the job site; coordinate and communicate with supervisors and crew members for clear project specifications; have complete knowledge of machine settings; required to conduct your duties in safe and diligent manner at all times.

***THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION THAT BEGINS IN MARCH AND ENDS IN DECEMBER***

TRACTOR OPERATOR (5 DAY OPERAT - 91215

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. Five years of full-time satisfactory experience acquired within the last 15 years in the operation of heavy duty track-type tractors; or
• 2. Not less than three years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above, plus either two years in the maintenance of heavy duty track-type tractors, or relevant training acquired in an approved trade or vocational high school to make up the equivalent of five years of acceptable experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of approved trade or vocational high school.

License Requirement

Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York. There may be certain age requirements to obtain this license. Employees must maintain the Class B Commercial Driver License during their employment.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.