Heavy Equipment Operator
Chelsea, MA 
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Job Description
DIVISION:               Operations 
DEPARTMENT:      Pipe Maintenance - Wastewater 
UNION/GRADE:     Unit 3/ Grade 15  

BASIC PURPOSE: 
Operates heavy equipment and vehicles. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  
Works under the general supervision of the departmental Manager or Supervisor. 
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:  
Exercises close supervision of skilled laborers and laborers as assigned. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  
? Operates a variety of heavy equipment such as, but not limited to, backhoe, front-end loader, pumps, generators, and pneumatic tools. 
? Assists mechanics in the maintenance and repair of heavy vehicles and equipment as needed. 
? Performs light maintenance independently or as part of a team. Light maintenance shall include but not limited to: 
? Inspects and troubleshoots various systems and equipment 
? Installs and retrofits/new equipment related to plant systems. 
? Operates portable pumping and/or ventilation equipment to prepare a work area for access. 
? Opens hatches. 
? Installs safety rails. 
? Conducts routine testing, lockout/tagout, operation (startup/shutdown) and adjustment of process equipment. 
? Removes snow from immediate work area. 
SECONDARY DUTIES: 
? Promotes and participates in the cross-functional work practices. 
? Trains peers and subordinates as requested. 
? Performs related duties as required. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
Education and Experience: 
? Basic reading, writing, mathematical, scientific and oral communication skills normally attained through a high school education or the equivalent: and 
? Considerable knowledge of the methods and techniques used in the maintenance and safe operation of a wide variety of heavy and/or specialized maintenance and construction equipment and vehicles as acquired through two (2) years experience; or 
? Any equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 
? Ability to follow oral and written instructions.  
? Skill in the operation of listed tools and equipment. 
? Ability to operate heavy equipment for extended periods in a variety of climatic conditions. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  
? Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License. 
? Department of Public Safety Hoisting Engineer's License, 1B and 2A and the ability to obtain a 4E and 4G within six months. 
? Complete productivity improvement competency-based training program related to ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES as outlined above and successfully demonstrates required competencies. 
 
Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

 

Special Notes/Instructions
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License. Department of Public Safety Hoisting Engineer's License, 1B and 2A and the ability to obtain a 4E and 4G within six months. Complete productivity improvement competency-based training program.
Job Summary
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Hours per Week
7:00am – 3:30pm
Salary and Benefits
$977.75 - $1,381.41 weekly
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
2 to 5 years
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