Heavy Motor Equipment Operator

Heavy Motor Equipment Operator Department: DPW Forestry Employment

Status: Full-Time Pay Grade: Grade 10L; Step 05 - Step 08 Salary Range:

$22.55/Hour-$26.29/Hour Schedule: Mon - Fri 40 Hours/Week

Certifications/Licenses Required: Valid Massachusetts CDL Class A

license, MA 1C Hoisting License, 2A Hoisting License, International

Society of Arboriculture Certification or Massachusetts Qualified Tree

Warden (Preferred), Electrical Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP) Certification, First Aid and CPR Certified. SUMMARY The City of

Chicopee's DPW Forestry Department is looking to hire a Heavy Motor

Equipment Operator This position operates and maintains all types of

heavy equipment/vehicles owned by the City of Chicopee. Maintains fluid

levels and greases equipment as required. Work is performed under the

supervisor of the City Arborist who assigns work and areas of

responsibility. This is a 40 hour work week position with mandatory

overtime and emergency response. ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE: Operate log

truck and other heavy equipment. Crew leader as needed. Assists with the

removal and pruning of city trees. Operates all equipment used in

Forestry operations. Assists with maintaining city tree nursery. Assists

with the planting, transplanting, and establishment of trees, bushes,

and shrubs. Responsible for the safe and proficient operation of all

Forestry Department equipment and techniques. Responsible for

maintenance of Forestry Department equipment. Assists with the care of

all city trees as pertaining to arboricultural standards and the Public

Shade Tree Laws. Performs aerial work to assists with tasks such as

Christmas light installation and aerial inspections of public

facilities. Enforces safety regulations and city policies at all times.

Maintains communication with supervisors, subordinates, and the general

public. Participates in continuing education to maintain ce1iifications

and licenses. Participates in all facets of snow operations. Maintains

safety standards for employees and public in regards to Forestry

Department operations. Must be available for overtime, especially during

weather emergencies. All other related tasks as assigned by the City

Arborist and/or Superintendent of Public Works. Abide by City of

Chicopee Health And Safety Policies And Procedures. QUALIFICATIONS Comprehensive knowledge of State, Federal, municipal policies and

regulations as they relate to arboriculture. Working knowledge and

proficiency in the operation of all equipment used in Forestry

Department operations. Working knowledge and proficiency in rigging

equipment and techniques. Skilled position requiring physical ability

and supervisory skills. Ability to work effectively in emergencies.

Ability to interpret plans and specifications. Ability to work

independently. Knowledge of and experience in performing a variety of

semi-skilled maintenance and manual tasks. Working knowledge of a

wide-variety of hand tools, air tools and hydraulic tools. Ability to

follow oral and written instructions. Willingness to perform heavy

manual labor BENEFITS The City of Chicopee provides its employees

(contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which

include the following: Recurring Sick Time, Vacation, Thirteen Holidays

Per Year, Retirement Plan, and more