Motor Equipment Operator/Laborer (5703A)
1 Year Prior Experience Required
Valid CDL B - required
CITY OF WESTFIELD
MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/LABORER
WMEA GRADE 11
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This is semi-skilled work in operating medium duty motor equipment. Work involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of trucks, and other motor equipment from light to moderate tonnage and for performing assigned manual and semi-skilled tasks in connection with these duties. Work is performed under supervision with well-established procedures in accordance with all Massachusetts and Department of Transportation rules and regulations. Work can include routine manual laboring tasks requiring considerable strength and endurance.
SUPERVISION:
Under general supervision. The employee is familiar with the work routine and uses initiative in carrying out recurring assignments independently with specific instruction. The supervisor provides additional, specific instruction for new, difficult or unusual assignments. The employee refers unusual situations to the supervisor for advice and further instructions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Operates dump trucks, refuse and recycling trucks, platform trucks, rack body trucks, utility trucks, wheeled tractors and any and all equipment below this class or of less difficulty.
- Loads and unloads trucks and other vehicles by hand or with material handling equipment.
- In addition to the above, must perform all laboring duties of the host department in its daily activities.
- Services equipment with fuel, oil or coolants, makes minor adjustments and repairs.
- During winter months, if plows or spreaders are added to 5-ton dump trucks (or larger class), employees may be paid at heavy motor equipment grade.
- No equipment shall be included in this class where the operation requires other than a CDL Class B license.
- May be assigned any other duties as related to assist department function.
OTHER ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must possess valid Massachusetts CDL license, Class B or higher or ability to obtain necessary license within six months of hire.
- Considerable knowledge of hazardous and safety precautions in operating equipment in this class.
- Ability to make minor repair and adjustments to equipment operated.
- Ability to operate two-way radio communications equipment.
- Working knowledge of the geography of the City of Westfield.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions, frequently of a technical nature.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school graduation plus sufficient work experience or technical training to perform assigned duties; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Thorough knowledge of departmental operations, ability to apply knowledge and experience to any departmental function; skill in performing work at the journeyman level; skill in operating specialized construction and maintenance of motor equipment.
- The work involves numerous standardized practices, procedures, or general instructions that govern the work and in some cases may require additional interpretation. Judgment is needed to locate, select and apply the most pertinent practice, procedure, regulation or guideline.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; strong communication skills in relaying important information and ability to deal appropriately with other employees, department heads and City officials. Ability to maintain confidential information.
- Ability to understand and follow directions and take the initiative in completing assignments. Ability to complete work under pressure while maintaining a high degree of accuracy in accordance with work deadlines.
- Ability to follow departmental rules, regulations, policies & practices in all aspects of job.
- Ability to establish and maintain effectively working relationships and work cooperatively with coworkers, City officials, other City employees and the public. Ability to communicate effectively with the public in a courteous and professional manner.
- Such other related duties as required.
PHYSICAL, MOTOR, AND VISUAL SKILLS
Physical Skills
Ability to travel throughout the City is necessary. Work is largely physical in nature including standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, squatting and may be repetitive in nature. Lifting of up to 75 pounds (may be heavier with assistance) and may be bulky with some pulling and pushing or reaching. May carry 30-50 pounds. May require climbing including on/off vehicles.
Visual Skills
Visual demands require routinely reading documents and operate motor vehicles and other equipment.
The City of Westfield is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
The City of Westfield is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. (M/F/H/)
