New Job Equipment Operator I - Public Works In Maine

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

The City of South Portland, is currently seeking an Equipment Operator I to join the Public Works Team. This position is a full time, year-round, benefits-eligible, Union position with a rich benefits package.

This position is responsible for safely operating a variety of construction equipment requiring specialized skills, such as light-to-medium rollers, skid steers, curbing machine, sidewalk paver, sidewalk machines and all associated attachments, along with a variety of vehicles including pickup trucks, 3-axle dump trucks, and plow trucks. Work involves seasonal operations variations, year round. Must be able to work long hours in adverse weather conditions. This position also requires various manual labor tasks associated with Public Works operations.

Equipment operators are responsible for safe, efficient operation of trucks including performing preventative maintenance tasks and making minor repairs and adjustments on the vehicles. Drivers must have skills in handling controls for starting, stopping, backing and judging overhead and side clearances, turning radius and braking distances. Knowledge of safety rules and regulations for moving vehicles are of utmost importance. Some knowledge of methods used in such laboring duties as repairing shoulders, hard-surfaced roads and sidewalks, constructing parking areas and walkways, cleaning, and roadside debris collection. Must be a team player willing to cooperate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and outside contacts. Must possess a Class B CDL, or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

The City of South Portland offers competitive pay, starting at $23.39/hour beginning July 1, 2023, and a robust selection of employee benefits, including an excellent health plan with affordable family coverage, generous matched retirement options, dental, vision, life, income protection, and long term disability insurance options, flexible spending accounts, a full complement of paid time off, and more. The City also offers “payment-in-lieu” of health insurance, an acclaimed wellness program, and professional development opportunities. The City of South Portland is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce and provides employees with job stability; a positive, family friendly workplace; and the support, encouragement and tools for successful careers. Come join our team dedicated to service excellence.

Application materials will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. First round of interviews will be determined for all who apply on or before Thursday, May 11, 2023.

Please email a cover letter and resume or You may file an application using our fillable pdf at https://www.southportland.org/departments/human-resources/job-opportunities/and email it to [email protected]

You also may mail a resume with cover letter and three professional references to:

City of South Portland

Karla Giglio, Human Resources Specialist

25 Cottage Road

PO Box 9422

South Portland, ME 04116-9422

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.39 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

• Health insurance