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Qualifications •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 five (5) years experience; and •Experience in urban utility excavation, construction, and installation, or •Any equivalent combination of education and experience •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 •Valid Massachusetts Class A Commercial Driver's License •Department of Public Safety Hoisting Engineer's Licenses as follows : •1B Hoisting License (Telescoping Boom with Cables Crane and 2A Hoisting License (Front End Loaders, Backhoes & Excavators) required at time of hire •3A Hoisting License (Overhead Cranes and Air or Electric Powered Cranes), 4E Hoisting License (Catch Basin Cleaners), and 4G Hoisting License (Specialty Lawn Mowers) to be obtained within six months of date of hire •Must demonstrate proficiency for operating heavy equipment including but not limited to : •50 ton Linkbelt crane •The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk, hear, sit, climb or balance •The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 60 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 100 pounds •Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
Responsibilities •Operates heavy equipment and vehicles •Works under the general supervision of the departmental Manager or Supervisor •Exercises close supervision of skilled laborers and laborers as assigned •Operates a variety of heavy equipment such as, but not limited to, backhoe, front-end loader, cranes, tractor cab and trailers, excavators, pumps, generators, and pneumatic tools •Operates equipment for excavations for valve replacement, pipeline installation, leak repair, and other miscellaneous excavations •Installs trench boxes, mechanical shoring systems, and other support systems for the safety of excavations •Assists mechanics in the maintenance and repair of heavy vehicles and equipment as needed •Promotes and participates in the cross-functional work practices •Trains peers and subordinates as requested •Performs related duties as required
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