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Light Motor Equipment Operator

Mohawk Valley Water Authority
Utica, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work of this class involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation and care of moderately complex motor equipment in the performance of a variety of assigned tasks. An employee in this class is also required to perform recurring manual duties related to the operation of the equipment, and to perform other maintenance tasks as assigned. The work is usually performed under close supervision. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative Only)

Operates light motorized equipment in connection with the hauling of material for road construction and repair;

Operates a truck to transport work crew, tools and other equipment;

Operates a light truck snow plow or related snow removal equipment;

Performs minor mechanical repairs on automotive equipment;

On assignment, or trainee basis, operates a heavy truck snow plow, bulldozer, grader, power shovel or other heavy automotive equipment;

Services assigned vehicle and maintains it in clean condition;

Loads and unloads trucks;

Performs a variety of simple manual tasks, such as cleaning culverts, shoveling snow, painting, and road or sewer maintenance work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: One (1) year of automotive equipment operation experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

(1) Eligibility for New York State Commercial Driver's license (CDL) at time of application. Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at time of appointment and for duration of appointment.

(2) Must obtain Certified Pesticide Applicator/Technician Certification within 6 months of appointment. Certification must be maintained throughout appointment.

NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience as described above will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.60 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24

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