JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT - MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Village of Pleasantville N.Y. Salary $55,323-$59,883 D.O.Q. In accordance with CSEA contract The Village of Pleasantville is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Motor Equipment Operator (MEO) within its Department of Public Works. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Under supervision, employees in this class perform duties in connection with the operation of complex motor equipment, such as a backhoe, loader, tractor, sanitation truck, snow loader and plow trucks, etc., and are responsible for the safe and economical operation and care of their equipment on assigned tasks. Oversight of a small number of personnel may be a responsibility of this class. Does related work as required. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES: Demonstrative ability to operate and drive backhoes, loaders, trucks, tractors, and other large automotive equipment; Knowledge of the safety standards of the trade; Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions; Ability to operate a variety of mechanical equipment; Ability to get along well with others; Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position; Perform manual labor; Mechanical aptitude; Dependability; Industriousness; Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position. MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years full-time experience as an MEO or similar title and possession of a clean, valid New York State Class B Commercial Drivers License with required endorsements, appropriate for the type of motor equipment being operated. RESUMES with 3 professional references are to be sent to the attention of: Judith Weintraub, Village Clerk ( [email protected]) Pleasantville Village Hall 80 Wheeler Avenue Pleasantville, NY 10570