Job Announcement:
Administration of this recruitment does not guarantee a vacancy exists.
Motor Equipment Operator Trainee
Salary $49,826 (Grade 9, Step 1)
This is a one-year entry level traineeship in which
incumbents attend driving school and receive on-the-job
training and attend driving classes for the operation of
motor equipment of up to moderate complexity and in
connection with routine manual duties. Specific
directions are received from a superior, but employees
are responsible for the safe and economical operation of
their equipment on assigned tasks. Upon successful
completion of the traineeship, the incumbent will
advance to the title of Motor Equipment Operator.
For complete description of position and duties click
here.
Minimum Qualifications:
None
Special Requirements:
- Candidates must possess a valid New York State
driver’s license.
- A valid New York State Class B Commercial
Driver's License (CDL) must be obtained within
6 months of appointment in order to maintain the
position.
- An endorsement for tanker vehicles must be
obtained within 6 months of appointment.
Motor Equipment Operator
Salary $52,258 (Grade 10, Step 1)
Employees in this class perform routine manual duties in
connection with the operation of motor equipment of up
to moderate complexity. Specific directions are received
from a superior, but employees are responsible for the
safe and economical operation of their equipment on
assigned tasks.
For complete descriptions of position and duties click
here.
Minimum Qualifications:
None
Special Requirements:
- NYS Class B Commercial Driver’s License at time
of application and to maintain position.
- An endorsement for tanker vehicles must be
obtained by the completion of probation.
Posted until filled:
www.dutchessny.gov/jobs
OR:
NOTE:
A copy of current Driver’s License must be included with application.
SPECIAL NOTE:
Applicant for positions that require driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) at any time will be required to undergo
controlled substances and at our discretion, alcohol testing prior to employment and will be subject to further testing
throughout their period of employment. Applicants will also be asked to sign forms for release of information from previous
employers through the DOT Clearinghouse. Failure to provide authorization will result in the withdrawal of an offer of
employment.
DUTCHESS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
POSTED: 8/4/26
