Motor Equipment Operator III/ Laborer – CDL

Town Of Norwood; Norwood (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Motor Equipment Operator III/Laborer to join their Public Works Department. In this role, you will operate heavy machinery and perform essential maintenance tasks in the cemetery, ensuring the grounds are well-kept and services are delivered efficiently. Your expertise will be vital in managing equipment like backhoes and snow plows while adhering to safety protocols. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about public service and enjoy working outdoors, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in public works construction and maintenance.
• Valid Class B CDL and Hoisting Engineer's license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for cemetery maintenance and interments.
• Assist with landscaping duties and trash collection.
• Participate in snow removal and de-icing operations.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Manual Labor

Safety Procedures

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Backhoe

Front End Loader

Compactor

Mowers

Trimmers

Jackhammers

Snow Plows

Roadway De-Icing Vehicles

Job description

Description :

Title: Motor Equipment Operator III/ Laborer – CDL
Department: Public Works- Cemetery
Status: 40 hours non-exempt – 7:00am-3:30pm
Salary: Grade PW5, FY24 range $25.35– $32.02/hour

Duties: The purpose of this position is to perform skilled manual work of a difficult and responsible nature in the operation of public works equipment of substantial weight and complexity. Works under the general direction of the Cemetery Foreman, receiving specific instructions regarding duties and areas of assigned responsibility; all questionable cases are referred to supervisor.

Essential Functions:

• Provide assistance with cemetery maintenance and interments by performing manual labor, and operating division equipment including: backhoe, front end loader, compactor, mowers, trimmers, jackhammers, trucks, snow plows/blowers and, roadway de-icing vehicles. Provides assistance to the cemetery crew by operating all heavy equipment, trucks and other equipment necessary for completion of projects
• Performs labor incidental to the work of operating equipment or other laboring tasks
• Assures that work is performed correctly and efficiently; and that proper safety precautions are followed.
• Participates in all cemetery construction, landscaping, and maintenance projects such as:
  • Excavating for interments or dis-interments
  • Lowering or removing the deceased
  • Installation of grave liners
  • Landscaping duties include but are not limited to: seed, loam, fertilize, rake, roll, weed, mow and water lawn areas; plant, trim, prune and spray trees, hedges, shrubbery and flowers.
  • Rake and dispose of rubbish and leaves
• Collection and disposal of trash receptacle waste and other maintenance, care and upkeep as required
• Installation of street signs; painting; repairing and replacement of turf
• Operates vehicles providing roadway snow removal and de-icing within the cemetery and on town roadways
• Assists other DPW divisions as necessary. May operate vehicles and equipment in lower classifications as needed or assigned to complete division or departmental projects or workload
• Performs similar or related work as required.

Requirements:*

• High school graduation; three years of public works construction and maintenance experience including heavy equipment motor vehicle; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather, dirt and other disagreeable factors
• Possession of a valid Class B C.D.L., possession of a valid Hoisting Engineer’s license.
• Participation in the Town’s mandated drug and alcohol random testing program.
• Work requires careful operation of assigned equipment pursuant to prescribed procedures in order to avoid breakdowns or to avoid damage to public or private property. Intermittent execution of independent judgment is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

*This posting is not meant to be a full explanation of duties and requirements. Please see the complete job description for additional position duties and requirements. Complete job description is available in the Human Resources Department.

Contact :

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter andTown of Norwood Application. address below. Please reference requisition #2024-019 on all application materials by Thursday June 27, 2024: