City of Boston

Welcome page

Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator

Req ID
2024-28719
Dept
Cemetery Division
Position
Regular Full-Time
Location
Parks Mt Hope Admin Bldg
Salary Min
44,371.58
Salary Max
57,071.78
Union
AFE
Openings
2
Posting End Date
4/22/2025
Contact Email
Deanine.Bell@boston.gov

Overview:

This is a Labor Service position. Cemetery Division

 

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):

 

Under general supervision, operates and has responsibility for special motor equipment, including Backhoe/Front Loader. Performs related work as required.

Responsibilities:

  • Operates snow plow and salter/sanders and may supervise the work of the men involved in such cleaning operations.
  • Operates wrecker trucks, earth movers, and power shovels.
  • Changes tires and batteries, and services and make adjustments and minor repairs to special motor equipment.
  • May be responsible for the maintenance and care of a small number of pieces of equipment.
  • May supervise the work of employees of lesser grade.
  • Assists in burials and disinterments with necessary heavy equipment and performs other work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

  • Two (2) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in related work.
  • Must have and maintain a current Massachusetts (CDL Class B) Driver's License throughout employment.
  • Class "A" CDL preferred.
  • Must possess all licenses required by the Department of Public Safety to operate heavy motor equipment. 
  • Commonwealth of Massachusetts Hoisting License required.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
  • Knowledge of burial procedures is preferred.

 

Must be able to work any assigned shift and any assigned location.

 

INDIVIDUALS WISHING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION MUST COMPLETE THE CIVIL SERVICE LABOR SERVICE REGISTRATION PROCESS FOR THE POSITION AT  https://www.csexam.hrd.state.ma.us/eligiblelist/LSApplications.aspx?ListId=77&ListTypeId=4&LS_Town=Boston in addition to completing the City of Boston Career Center application.

 

CORI CHECK REQUIRED.

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

 

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: AFSCME/RA1-11L

Hours per week: 40

 

Options:

Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later.
Share on your newsfeed



The City of Boston is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. Therefore, qualified applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category.

The City of Boston has played a role in causing and perpetuating the inequities in our society. To break down these barriers, we are embedding equity and inclusion into everything we do.

We define equity as ensuring every community has the resources it needs to thrive in Boston. This requires the active process of meeting individuals where they are. Inclusion is engaging every resident to build a more welcoming and supportive city. We are building a city for everyone, where diversity makes us a more empowered collective.