Heavy Motor Equipment Operator
Full-Time Posted: July 14, 2026Responsibility for the efficient operation of specialized heavy automotive equipment used in maintenance and construction projects.
- Classification Type:
- Full-Time
- Salary (Grade):
- $42,612 (17B) Plus Excellent Benefits
Description
The work of this class involves responsibility for the efficient operation of specialized heavy automotive equipment used in maintenance and construction projects. Greater skill is required than in the operation of lighter types of equipment and there is greater responsibility for the safety to others. Additional responsibility is involved for making minor repairs to equipment and for ordinary servicing. Supervision is received from a superior, who assigns tasks and inspects the work in process and upon completion. The vehicle operator may be required to perform maintenance tasks or to supervise a crew as a special assignment. Does related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Either:
(A) One (1) year of experience in the operation of specialized or heavy motor equipment; OR
(B) Two (2) years of experience in the operation of mechanical automotive equipment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Eligibility for New York State Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at the time of application. Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at the time of appointment and throughout duration of appointment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR ONEIDA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS:
- Possession of a valid NYS CDL Class B or higher without airbrake restriction at time of appointment and throughout duration of appointment.
- Eligibility for One Person Plowing (OPP) certification at time of appointment and possession of One Person Plowing (OPP) Certificate within one (1) year from appointment date and maintained throughout duration of appointment.
- Certain assignments made to employees in this class will require access to transportation to meet field work requirements in a timely and efficient manner.
Notes
Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.
How To Apply
To apply, go to https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/jobopps and create an account. Then you can apply to whichever position(s) you are interested in.
If you have any questions please reach out to rhoran@oneidacountyny.gov or call the Personnel office at 315-798-5726
Oneida County is an equal opportunity employer.
*If you do not have internet access, paper applications can be picked up in the Personnel Department on the 7th Floor of the Oneida County Office Building. You may also request a paper application to be mailed by calling 315-798-5726.
