Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Incumbents in this class perform skilled mechanical

work involving responsibility for safe and efficient operation of complex motor driven construction equipment

used in highway repair, construction and maintenance projects and other public works activities. This class

differs from that of Heavy Equipment Operator due to the more complex nature of equipment operated

requiring greater skill along with increased responsibility for safety of others. Additionally, incumbents are

responsible to make minor repairs and service equipment operated. Incumbents receive specific instructions

from a supervisor and are responsible for the safe and economical operation of their equipment on assigned

tasks. Supervision may be exercised over the work of subordinate staff depending on the project. Does related

work as required.<p>FULL PERFORMANCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL

CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a variety of heavy duty

road maintenance or specialized equipment; Excellent hand and eye coordination; Good knowledge of county

geography; Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; Ability to service and

make repairs to assigned equipment; Ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinate staff on assigned

projects; Ability to read and understand assigned equipment operational and servicing information; Mechanical

aptitude; Willingness to respond to emergencies; Ability to work under adverse weather conditions; Positive,

productive and collaborative work attitude; Effective communication skills; Willingness in equipment

operations and work assignments; Dependability and reliability; Physical condition commensurate with the

demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Two years of experience in the operation of highway construction and

maintenance equipment, one of which must have been in the operation of complex heavy equipment such as a

crane, backhoe, bulldozer and related heavy road maintenance equipment.

NOTE: Study in a regionally accredited college or university, BOCES or course of study in Heavy Equipment

Operation registered by New York State may be substituted for one year experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid Class B CDL, with air brakes, or higher New York State Drivers license

at time of application. Appropriate class drivers license must be maintained during employment.