Heavy Motor Equip Operator​/Laborer

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• Skilled operation of heavy motor equipment as assigned
• Operate all refuse/recycle vehicles, dump trucks, stump grinders, sweepers, snow plows (medium capacity), truck-mounted snow blowers, power brooms, jet machines, catch basin vacuums, chippers, and any other equipment determined by the appointing authority of similar type and nature
• Load and unload assigned vehicle(s) with any and all types of material required and relating to the task at hand, such as refuse, recycling, brush, leaves, snow, dirt, and black top
• May be assigned to spread asphalt, dig trenches, erect signs, lay pipe, operate chain saws, shovel snow, rake leaves, spread loam, trim brush, mow lawns, repair signs, and perform any task charged to the Department in its daily activity
• Service equipment with fuel, oil or coolants, make minor adjustments and repairs, and maintain power tools; clean the inside and outside of an assigned vehicle is mandatory
• Perform related work as required and/or assigned

• Valid CDL License, Class B or higher; HEML or equivalent hoisting license, or ability to obtain necessary licenses within six months of hire
• Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test and a physical exam is required
• No less than one year prior driving experience

• Considerable knowledge of hazards and safety precautions in the performance of this job and in proficiently operating tools and equipment associated with this operation
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to tools and equipment operated
• Working knowledge of the geography of the city is desirable
• Ability to follow and/or to give instructions and carry them out when furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form and of a technical nature
• Must possess the ability to deal with public of the City of Westfield in a professional manner in order to resolve problems or answer questions regarding work performed
• Ability to work as part of a crew and/or to work independently with minimal supervision as required
• Ability to prepare and complete reports accurately, including being required to daily complete driver sheets and submit them to mechanic on a daily basis
• Must possess a working knowledge of traffic laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the rules and regulations of the Department of Transportation
• Must possess the ability to understand and apply the City of Westfield’s ordinances, rules and regulations as related to this position