Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator/Public Works Laborer (Day Shift)

City of Somerville; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a forward-thinking municipal organization where you will operate a variety of motor-driven equipment to ensure the safety and cleanliness of public spaces. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment where you will engage in tasks ranging from snow removal to street maintenance, all while ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role demands physical strength and agility, as well as the ability to work in various weather conditions. If you're looking for a rewarding career that makes a tangible difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Union membership benefits

Qualifications

• Must possess valid Class B driver's license and Hoist Engineer Class 2B license.
• Ability to use tools safely and interpret instructions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor-driven equipment for various tasks including snow removal and material hauling.
• Perform unskilled labor such as digging, shoveling, and cleaning streets.

Skills

Ability to interpret instructions

Use of tools in a workmanlike manner

Safe driving record

Computer literacy

Physical strength and agility

Education

Valid Class B Massachusetts motor vehicle operator’s license with a CDL

Valid Hoist Engineer Class 2B License

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Statement of Duties:

Under direction of the Highway Yard Foreman or his agents, operates any piece of motor driven equipment including sweepers, trucks, snow fighters, front end loaders, and backhoes, in a proper and safe manner in order to perform all assigned work. Loads and unloads trucks; picks up and hauls material; plows and sands highways; greases, oils and cleans equipment and performs minor maintenance; performs unskilled labor duties of which the following are typical examples: digging holes, trenches and other excavations; shoveling materials and leveling areas; operating jackhammers and compaction equipment; loading and unloading materials; emptying barrels and cleaning litter and debris from streets, runways, parking lots; mowing grass, trimming shrubs/small trees using hand or powered equipment; removing snow/ice using manual or small powered equipment; spreading sand on icy areas; using small hand tools, i.e. shovels, picks, axes, saws, heavy wrenches and small power tools. Performs all other duties that may be assigned.

Qualifications:

Ability to receive and interpret written and verbal instructions from supervisors and to give written and verbal reports to supervisors.

Must have ability to use tools of trade in a workmanlike manner.

Must possess valid Class B Massachusetts motor vehicle operator’s license with a CDL.

Must possess a valid Hoist Engineer Class 2B License or obtain within 120 days of appointment.

Must have a safe driving record. Subject to yearly Motor Vehicle Record/Driver’s License check.

Must be in good health and capable of hard physical work in extreme weather conditions.

Must possess proven history of dependability due to nature of work.

Must pass a practical test.

Must be computer literate (knowledge and skills to use a computer, tablet, and other related technology) or willing to train on technology to be used in the performance of the job.

Work Environment:

Work requires agility and physical strength, ability to function in close quarters, and is subject to outside environmental conditions, including wet, hot and cold weather. Worker is subject to noise, vibrations, hazards and atmospheric conditions including fumes, dust and air contaminants. Work requires some agility and physical strength, such as moving in, about or over rough terrain, or standing or walking most of the work period.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

Physical Skills

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, crawl, sit, talk, move about, hear and speak. Noise level may be high when operating power equipment. Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions as a regular part of job. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and greater than 50 pounds using appropriate equipment.

Motor Skills

While performing the duties, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or new skills; work under deadlines with constant interruptions; and interact with City staff. The position requires balancing, pushing, pulling, grasping, feeling and repetitive motion to complete tasks.

Visual Skills

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee is required to use properly use such safety equipment as is appropriate to the work to prevent injury to self or others. Visual acuity is required to operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment.

Hours:

Full-Time, Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm

Salary:

$1,305.65 weekly, plus benefits

Union:

SMEA B

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Pre-Employment Requirements:

This is a safety-sensitive position. Must pass a driving history check and pre-employment drug screening / physical prior to employment.

Date Posted:

February 20th, 2024