HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (PERMANENT)DPW

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (PERMANENT)DPW

Salary

$41,133.60 - $55,365.00 Annually

Location

Buffalo, NY

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

POSTING

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Opening Date

09/16/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Fee

$0.00

• Description
• Benefits

RESIDENCE: 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. NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT-SUMMER LIFEGUARDS: Due to the nationwide lifeguard shortage, residency is NOT a requirement for the seasonal lifeguard position in the City of Buffalo. Applicants from any nearby municipality are encouraged to apply.

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 Class

The incumbent operates a variety of specialized and heavy-duty automotive equipment. Positions in this class are involved with routine manual operation of this equipment and are responsible for its safe and efficient operation. This position differs from Equipment Operator in that incumbents would be able to drive any piece of equipment regardless of tonnage. S/he follows general directions, including work orders to determine work to be done and routes to be taken, from a supervisor who performs period work inspections. Supervision may be exercised over Laborers and other personnel assigned.

Examples of work (Illustration Only)

On an assigned shift, in all departments, performs the following:

Operation of a variety of specialized and heavy duty equipment such as back hoe, hi-lift with bucket and/or wingplow, front end loader, dump truck with a plow or wingplow, bulldozer, hydraulic broom (street sweeper), tractor trailer, tractor with mower, pavement rollers and related pieces of equipment;,

Performs minor maintenance work which includes daily checking of zerk fittings and grease when necessary, draining of air valves, checking fuel and oil level, steam cleaning throughout, as required;

Performs any task related to maintenance or upkeep of equipment;

Performs manual work in connection with the operation of specialized or heavy-duty equipment;

Reports problems with equipment and documents same;

Wears safety equipment as required;

Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

PROMOTIONAL

Continuous and permanent status as an Equipment Operator or Truck Driver in any city

department for one year.

In addition, all applicants must meet the following:

ONE YEAR of full-time experience in the operation of specialized heavy-duty equipment including

hi-lift with bucket (front-end loader), tractor-trailer, and a dump truck with a wing plow or plow.

Verification of experience, affidavit from employer, must be presented at time of filing

application.

OR,

Verifiable training in the operation of a hi-lift with bucket (front end loader), tractor trailer and a dump truck with a wing plow or plow. Training certificate must be presented at time of filing, application.

Heavy Equipment Operator #6041 (contd.)

Minimum Qualifications (contd.)

OPEN COMPETITIVE,

Applicants must meet one of the following:

ONE YEAR of full-time experience in the operation of specialized heavy-duty equipment including hi-lift with bucket (front-end loader), tractor-trailer, and a dump truck with a wing plow or plow. Verification of experience, affidavit from employer, must be presented at time of filing application.

OR,

Verifiable training in the operation of a hi-lift with bucket (front end loader), tractor trailer, and a dump truck with a wing plow or plow. Training certificate must be presented at time of filing application.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT for both PROMOTIONAL and OPEN COMPETITIVE,

1.) At time of filing application, for all departments, applicants must present a current CLASS A,

Commercial Drivers License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles and maintained during employment.

Note: License must allow you to operate vehicles with airbrakes.

2.) All incumbents may be required to participate in training on an Excavator and obtain a training certificate issued by the Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets or an authorized agency during employment in this title.

NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements.

THE CITY OF BUFFALO IS AN EQUAL OPPORUNITY EMPLOYER

Additional Information

Ability to operate a variety of specialized and heavy duty equipment;

Ability to learn the operation of an Excavator;

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 Buffalos benefit package is designed to give our employees and their love ones, 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

Employer City of Buffalo