EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (PERM)

Salary : $40,131.00 - $52,979.00 Annually Location : City Hall, NY Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: POSTING Department: ENGINEERING Opening Date: 05/13/2026 Closing Date: 5/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Fee: $0.00RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION.PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW. FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.) Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.Distinguishing Features of the ClassAn Equipment Operator operates a variety of specialized equipment and vehicles used in the cleaning and/or paving of streets, grass cutting of city owned lots, etc. Incumbents perform minor maintenance work on the equipment and are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the equipment. S/he follows general directions including work orders to determine work to be done and routes to be taken, from a superior who performs periodic work inspections. Supervision may be exercised over Laborers, Laborers I and Laborer II.Examples of work (Illustration Only)Performs work involving the cleaning of streets, snow removal, trash pick-up, constructions, paving and patching of streets, cutting grass and weeds in city-owned lots; Operates a variety of specialized equipment, including but not limited, as follows: 1.) Hi-lift with Bucket, used to pick-up debris from street or curb; 2.) Hi-Lift with Wing Plow, used for removal of snow from streets; 3.) Hydraulic Broom (Street Sweeper); 4.) Grass Cutter/York Rake, used to clear lots and city-owned property; 5.) Pavement Rollers, used in the spreading and smoothing of asphalt for paving/repaving of city streets; 6.) Backhoe, used for digging concrete for street paving; 7.) Dump Truck (with or without a plow), Unimog, Salt Spreader, Street Flusher and other related equipment., Performs minor maintenance on equipment which includes daily checking of zerk fittings and grease when necessary, draining of air brakes, checking fuel and oil levels, steam cleaning throughout, as required; -reports problems with equipment and documents same; Sets up and maintains safety zones; Wears safety equipment as required; May perform pre-test of equipment before use in accordance with directions from NYS Department of Motor Vehicles; Performs any task related to maintenance of vehicles/upkeep of garage; Performs manual work in connection with the operation of specialized regular equipment; Performs related duties as required.Minimum QualificationsPromotional (A) Continuous and permanent status in any city department as a Truck Driver, Tow Truck Operator, Laborer or Grounds Worker in the competitive class for one year; or, (B) Continuous and permanent status in any city department as a Laborer II, Street Repair Worker or Street Worker in the non-competitive class for two years. In addition, all applicants must have one year of full-time experience in the operation of specialized equipment and vehicle, including a dump truck with a plow; Note: Verification of experience, affidavit from employer, must be presented at time of filing application. Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements.) Special Requirement 1.) Possession of a current Class A or Class B Commercial Drivers License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles which must be presented at time of filing application and must be maintained during employment. Note: License must allow you to operate vehicles with air-brakes. 2.) Must successfully complete training in the operation of a hi-lift with a bucket (front end loader), hydraulic broom (street sweeper) and a dump truck with a wing plow and must obtain and present certification from the Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets within six months of date of appointment. Open Competitive Applicants must have one year of full-time experience in the operation of specialized equipment and vehicles, including a dump truck with a plow. Note: Verification of experience, affidavit from employer, must be presented at time of filing application. Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements.) Special Requirement 1.) Possession of a current Class A or Class B Commercial Drivers License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles which must be presented at time of filing application and must be maintained during employment. Note: License must allow you to operate vehicles with air-brakes. 2.) Must successfully complete training in the operation of a hi-lift with a bucket (front end loader), hydraulic broom (street sweeper) and a dump truck with a wing plow and must obtain and present certification from the Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets within six months of date of appointment. *Applicants must consent to screening requirements of the FMCSA Clearinghouse program (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) in accordance with Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Section 382 as part of the application process for positions requiring a NYS Commercial Drivers' License THE CITY OF BUFFALO IS AN EQUAL OPPORUNITY EMPLOYERAdditional InformationAbility to operate a variety of specialized and regular automotive equipment; Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; Ability to work under adverse weather conditions; Mechanical aptitude; dependability; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. The City of Buffalo's benefit package is designed to give our employees and their love one's, comfort, safety, and stability they need in serving our community each and every day. Our offerings include: -Medical and vision, Dental, Life Insurance (basic) and (supplemental) -New York State Retirement System -Deferred Compensation Plan -Employee Assistance Program for employee/family members -Flexible Spending Accounts -Liberal holidays & vacation -Growth Opportunities and Steady earnings potential