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Heavy Motor Equipment Operator & Public Works Laborer

Req ID
2022-22783
Dept
Public Works Department
Position
Regular Full-Time
Location
PWD Highway
Salary Min
41,610.61
Salary Max
53,582.84
Union
AFT
Openings
22
Contact Email
Kathyria.Ortiz@boston.gov

Overview:

This is a Labor Service position.

 

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):

 

Under general supervision, operates and has responsibility for one of a wide variety of heavy motor equipment not requiring a special license (other than a Commercial Driver's License) or unusual skill, such as dump trucks, street sweepers, snow plows, sanders, etc.

Responsibilities:

May supervise a group of motor equipment operators or laborers; when not driving, performs any of the duties of a Public Works Laborer; and does related work as required.

 

Required to work any emergency as directed by the Chief of Streets or designee.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

 

  • Must possess any and all licenses required by the Mass. Dept. of Public Safety to operate any heavy motor equipment, including a valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
  • Applicants must be available to work any assigned shift, in any assigned area.

Boston Residency Required

 

Civil Service Applicants Preferred.

 

Individuals wishing to be considered for this position must also complete the civil service labor service registration process for the position at http://www.mass.gov/hrd/macs

 

Terms:

 

Union/Salary Plan/Grade:  AFSCME/RA1-10L

Hours per week:  40 

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