Light Equipment Operator

Light Equipment Operator

Requisition Code: DPWLEO

Classification: Non-Exempt - Hourly
Grade/Level/Pay Range: Grade 9-1;
Levels1-15;

Range $20.40- $28.83

Reports to: Division Superintendent
Date: April 17, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective
The light equipment operator primarily supports operations of the Grounds and Cemetery Division of Public Works, but may support all Department divisions as required. The operator operates a variety of equipmentused in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads, highways, parking lots, and public grounds.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Under the general supervision of the Operations Manager andimmediate supervision of the Division Superintendent, operates all Townvehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

2. Performs simple maintenance on equipment, including checking all fluid and oil levels, greasing all fittings, checking air pressure in tires, and checking all lights and safety equipment on each vehicle.

3. Report any major problemencountered while inspecting or driving any Town vehicle.

4. Perform laborer's duties to complete all Public Works related tasks assigned, including road repair, drainage installation and repair,landscaping, repairing plows, lifting, and carrying objects, and basiccarpentry work.

5. Assist mechanics in repairing

Town Equipment as needed.

6. Operate equipment in plowingsnow, sanding operations and ice removal.

7. Participate in the on-callemergency listing.

8. Participate in bulk-item andcomposting programs.

Competencies

Communication Proficiency.

Learning Orientation.

Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.

Technical Capacity.

Thoroughness.

Time Management.

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee isfrequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is exposed to a variety of extreme weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative ofthose that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of thisjob, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is continuallyactive and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling,and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift or move items up to tenpounds and occasionally lift or move items up to one hundred pounds. Specificvision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision,color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Abilityto use and wear personal protective equipment and clothing such as hearing protection, eye protection, foot and hand protection, and respiratoryprotection.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time benefit eligible position. Days andhours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 40 hours perweek. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel
No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience
High School diploma or G.E.D.required; 1-2 Years of experience

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Possession of or ability to obtain:

A valid state driver's license with CDL Class B and Air Brakes endorsement with no active violations within the previous three years.

Hoisting license 2B preferred.

Work Authorization
Provide appropriate documentation to verify your authorization to work in the United States.

AAP/EEO Statement
The Town is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. The Town will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment onany legally protected class status, including, but not limited to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation as defined by law, national origin, member ofuniformed military services, physical or mental disability, age as defined bylaw, or genetic information.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities,and activities may change at any time with or without notice.