CDL Driver's License, Class A License, Driver's License, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, High School Diploma, Public Works, Recycling, Roadway Construction, Truck Driver, Waste/Garbage/Recycle Collection
The City of Watertown has an immediate opening within the Public Works Department for a Refuse/Recycle Motor Eqipment Operator. This is a non-competitive civil service position. The work involves the operation of a variety of motor equipment used in the collection of refuse from homes and places of business and/or other public works activities. This class differs from Motor Equipment Operator (Heavy) in that an incumbent operates less complex equipment and less equipment in general. The class differs from Municipal Worker in that an employee spends a significant portion of the shift operating a vehicle rather than performing laboring activities. The work is performed under general supervision with leeway allowed for exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. May act as a lead over the work of Refuse/Recycle Collectors depending on the project.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma is preferred. One (1) year of experience in the operation of highway construction and maintenance equipment.
DRIVER’S LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
- Must possess valid NYS driver’s license, CDL-A or B at time of appointment.
- Must maintain CDL-A or B for continued employment.