What are the responsibilities and job description for the MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR-WATER position at Town of West Springfield?
JOB Statement of Duties: The Motor Equipment Operator will work in the construction, maintenance, and operation of the Town’s Public Works systems. Performs manual work requiring specialized skill in the operation of heavy automotive equipment of considerable weight and complexity; does related work as required. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Operates heavy and unique construction or maintenance equipment; high capacity dump trucks or truck and trailer requiring a Commercial Drivers license
- Respond to after hours emergencies as directed and assist in emergency response activities related to system failures and/or crises
- Performs the installation and repair of all public works utilities and other appurtenances using whatever methods, tools, and procedures are necessary to complete the task safely, properly, and proficiently
- Operates heavy duty equipment for snow removal
- Read and follow specifications on engineering blueprints, sketches, and diagrams of the water and sewer system and other related operations systems.
- Locate, operate, repair, and maintain underground utilities and controls related to the public works infrastructure.
- Performs minor maintenance functions on equipment, including but not limited to checking and maintaining air pressures and fluid levels, lubrication of mechanical joints by applying necessary greases, and routine cleaning of vehicle exterior and interior.
- Performs daily vehicle condition inspections and reports as required by law or Department policy.
- Performs tasks generally assigned to a laborer and/or skilled laborer such as:
- Installation of water systems, including pipe, valves, fire hydrants, pumps, meters and service lines
- Identify and repair service line and water main leaks
- Leak detection with correlation and hydrophone equipment
- Gate valve exercising with electric valve turner
- Exercise of system blow-off valves, air-vacuum valves and inline valves
- Perform annual fire hydrant inspections
- Water meter repair and/or replacement
- Unidirectional flushing
- Maintenance and repair of fire hydrants
- Mark underground water and sewer utilities for DigSafe
- Maintain pump station, storage facilities, and headquarters. Such duties include mowing, snow removal, cleaning, painting, and any other associated tasks