DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:  This is skilled mechanical work involving the responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of complex motor driven construction equipment. Employees in this class are usually responsible for the maintenance of their equipment. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

• Operates a grader in scraping, leveling and construction tasks;
• Operates a power shovel in general excavation and fill work for highways, bridge approaches and culverts;
• Operates a bulldozer in cutting and filling ditches and related construction work;
• Operates a grader in cleaning out and digging ditches to place culverts;
• Operates graders, backhoes, pavers and sweepers in maintaining roads;
• Performs minor repair and maintenance work on construction equipment;
• May supervise a small group of laborers in connection with specific projects;
• May operate other automotive equipment in connection with snow and ice removal activities;
• Performs a variety of related activities as required.

Typical Work Activities are intended only as illustrations of possible types of work that might be appropriately assigned to an incumbent of this title. Work activities that do not appear above are not excluded as appropriate work assignments, as long as they can be reasonably understood to be within the logical limits of the job.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of complex construction equipment; good knowledge of the safety precautions in the operation of construction equipment; ability to service and make minor repairs to construction equipment; ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions; manual dexterity; mechanical aptitude; dependability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Two (2) years of experience in the operation of automotive equipment, one (1) year of which shall have been in the operation of complex construction equipment. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:  Possession of a valid New York State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with endorsements appropriate to the type of motor equipment being operated.

7/82; 4/93; 9/97; 1/99; 6/06; 1/19   

Non-Competitive Class

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