Motor Equipment Operator II - IN HOUSE

The City of Dover; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Motor Equipment Operator II for their Stormwater Division. This role involves advanced vehicle and equipment maintenance, road repair, and ensuring efficient operations within the city’s infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to ethical conduct. Join a team that values dedication and excellence, contributing to the community's quality of life through effective service and teamwork. If you are ready to take on this vital role, we encourage you to apply and be part of a positive organizational culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance is essential.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor equipment for transport and road repair tasks.
• Inspect and maintain motor equipment and respond to customer complaints.

Skills

Vehicle and equipment maintenance

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Logistics and organizational skills

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Motor equipment

Job description

Job Title: Motor Equipment Operator II - IN HOUSE

Salary range: DOE LABOR GRADE 20

Location: STORMWATER

Department: Public Works

Hours: Full-Time

Job Description:

Do you have what it takes to be part of our team? The City of Dover is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Motor Equipment Operator II in the Stormwater Division. The essential function of this position within the organization is to be more advanced at performing vehicle and equipment operator maintenance, as well as making repairs within the City’s right-of-way. This responsibility includes but is not limited to; concrete, asphalt, form water, excavation, loading/hauling of dump trucks, street sweeping, leaf collection, stormwater infrastructure repair, etc. The successful candidate will work under a varying degree of supervision and professionally conduct oneself as a representative of the city in a positive manner while performing assigned functions. Normal duty hours are 7:00 am – 3:30 pm. Overtime is required as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate hand and power tools (i.e.: jackhammer) to perform tasks such as, but not limited to, road repair, concrete work, brickwork repair/replacement, pothole repair, crack sealing, sinkhole repair and manual digging or filling
• Operate motor equipment to transport materials, tools, equipment or personnel to job sites, load or haul dirt, and puck up debris from job sites
• Inspect motor equipment and perform operator maintenance and inspection record(s)
• Respond and resolve customer complaints professionally
• Assist with traffic control, snow removal and other work requirements as needed
• Complete job-related logs and forms and assist in providing information to the public
• Tanker endorsement is preferred, if not must obtain during probationary period
• Department of Transportation (DOT) pre-employment physical and drug and alcohol test

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a team leader and ability to follow the chain of command
• Willingness to continue to learn, grow and assist with training opportunities
• Attention to detail and good communication skills
• Logistics and organizational skills
• Heavy Equipment Operator knowledge, skills and abilities

A criminal background investigation and driver’s license review will be required. Candidates may be given a job-related test

Ethical conduct and honest behavior are our basic organizational values. Candidates will be instrumental in assisting to make Dover a place where people want to live through our motto – Dedication, Ownership, Vision, Excellenceand Reliability

City of Dover is an Equal Opportunity Employer.