HMEO (Heavy Machine Equipment Operator)

Under supervision of a classified or Working Foreman perform semi-skilled duties in support of departmental operations, involving considerable activity and use of heavy trucks and vehicles.Drive and operate trucks and vehicles, such as snow fighters, snowplows, sanders, cement trucks and/or comparable heavy vehicles. Assist in performing operational duties related to specific vehicles, such as assisting with manual shoveling or spreading of salt and sand when involved with snow and ice removal; and similar activities with other types of heavy vehicles.Report equipment malfunctions to supervisor; will be responsible for assisting in basic vehicles maintenance such as changing oil, filters, brushes, cleaning vehicles, etc. May operate more specialized vehicles or equipment but not as regular and routine part of the job. Perform all duties in conformance with established schedules and applicable safety rules and regulations. Perform other related duties as assigned.QualificationsDuties require knowledge of equipment operation equivalent to completion of high school. Work requires one (1) to two (2) years of related experience plus proper license (Class 2/CDL) for the type of equipment operated.Miscellaneous InformationAPPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE PERSONNEL OFFICE. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application and Full Job Description Available in the City Personnel Department. The City of Lawrence is an Equal Opportunity Employer.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS are provided to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please notify the Personnel Director at (978) 620-3060. The decision to grant reasonable accommodations will be made on a case-by-case basis.