Snow Removal - Construction Equipment Operator - Anticipated of thru

Position: Hourly Snow Removal - Construction Equipment Operator - Anticipated duration of employment thru - April 23, 2026
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Date posted 10/21/25

Applications due
04/23/26

Vacancy id200922

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Agencymilitary and naval affairs, division of

Titlehourly snow removal - construction equipment operator - anticipated duration of employment thru - april 23, 2026

Occupational categoryskilled craft, apprenticeship, maintenance

Salary gradehourly

Bargaining unitdmna - division of military and naval affairs (csea)

Salary rangefrom $19.33 to $19.33 hourly

Employment type

per diem

Appointment type temporary

Jurisdictional class unclassified service

Travel percentage 5%

Workweek variable

Hours per week variable

Workday

From 12 am

To 12 pm

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County orange

Street address stewart air national guard base (angb)

1 maguire way

City newburgh

Stateny

Zip code
12550

Duties description reporting to the maintenance supervisor for projects and instructions, the construction equipment operator operates a variety of self-propelled and other equipment in the maintenance and repair of roads and grounds and in the control and removal of snow and ice. Such equipment includes backhoe, bulldozer, forklifts, loader, sweeper, snowplow with rollover and wing attachments, farm tractor and dump trucks.

Incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel.

Performs tasks indigenous to equipment operated according to instructions received from the maintenance supervisor who makes work assignments, provides general direction on how the work should be performed, and assigns equipment and materials to be used. Work is checked in progress and at completion for adherence to instructions and standards.

The position performs responsibilities in accordance with all current and amended, dmna policies and procedures, federal and state statutes, and where applicable, the contract bargaining agreement and requirements of the national guard bureau (ngb), specifically the master cooperative agreement (mca) and supporting regulations. The position may report to state and/or federal supervisory personnel.

Specifically, duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

* checks fluid levels, tire pressure, safety devices, control mechanisms, and friction adjustments prior to operation.

* mounts, adjusts, and dismounts major assemblies such as plows, blades, mowers, and salt spreaders.

* starts, stops, steers, and controls equipment and its attachments in a safe, efficient, and effective manner to perform assigned tasks.

* monitors gauges and fluid levels of equipment during operation.

* maintains daily records of work performed and materials used.

* performs physical labor tasks as required.

* performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and assists mechanics in equipment maintenance and repair.

* pumps gas or other fuel, adds or drains water and/or antifreeze to radiator, oil to crankcase, air to tires, and hydraulic fluid to reservoirs.

* changes oil and lubricates, changes tires, changes spark plugs, replaces burned out of broken lamp bulbs, and replaces oil, fuel, air, or hydraulic filters. Assists mechanics in removing and installing heavy items such as engines and transmissions.

* uses a variety of hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, and screwdrivers to perform routine repairs, preventive maintenance, and operational adjustments on equipment.

* washes or steam cleans trucks and other equipment.

* may be called upon to provide on-the-job training and instruction to other workers in the operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery.

* incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel.

* will complete and attend training as required.

* performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

* knowledge of the operation of a variety of self-propelled and other equipment.

* basic knowledge of the new york state vehicle and traffic law as it applies to the safe and legal operation of assigned equipment.

* basic knowledge of the routine maintenance, adjustments, and repairs needed by equipment.

* ability to operate assigned equipment in a safe and effective manner.

* ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

* ability to perform heavy physical labor.

* demonstrate reliability and trustworthiness.

Minimum qualifications two years of experience in the operation of construction and/or maintenance equipment, or other vehicles in excess of 26,000 pounds…