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Greene County Highway DepartmentJob Announcement - Motor Equipment Operator Trainee (4)HOURLY RATE: $20.63 (Grade 1, Step 0)Employees in this class are considered trainees responsible for the safe and efficient operation of moderately complex motor equipment with direct supervision from a qualified higher-level employee. The incumbent will also be required to do manual work requiring physical endurance and a willingness to perform tasks under direct supervision. Does related work as required. EXAMPLES OF WORK: (The typical work activities listed below are illustrative only. Incumbents in this title may perform some or all of the following, as well as other related activities not described)•Assists in snow removal from highways;•Assists in road and bridge repair and construction;•Mows and cuts grass and brush, planting and maintaining of plants; •Cleans ditches and culverts, digs and backfills holes; •Repairs guard rails;•Sets up and removes snow fences, pumps and pipelines;•Assists in the preparation of the work site;•Operates motor equipment in absence of Motor Equipment Operator;•Paints signs, bridges, guard rails, motor equipment, etc.;•Performs minor maintenance of equipment including motor equipment; •Keeps buildings clean and maintains grounds•May act as flagperson;•May drive county vehicles and transport work crews;•May pick up/deliver supplies to and from work sites.FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Ability to lift heavy weights; Ability to follow verbal and written directions; Willingness to perform routine manual work; Willingness to work under all weather conditions; Manual dexterity; Physical endurance; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and possession of a valid New York State CDL or CDL A driver’s license permit.When employed by Greene County:TRAINEE APPOINTMENTS: Upon completion of one (1) year full-time or its part-time equivalent appointment as a Motor Equipment Operator Trainee for Greene County and the attainment of a CDL or CDL A driver’s license, the incumbent will advance to the position of Motor Equipment Operator.Submission of a Greene County employment application is required that shows you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You are responsible for an accurate and clear description of your experience. You may include a resume but do not substitute a resume.Applications can be obtained at: https: https://www.greenegovernment.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/GC-HR-EMPLOYMENT-APPLICATION-WITH-CONSENT-RELEASE-FORM-2019.pdfQualified candidates should submit applications to the Greene County Human Resources Department, 411 Main Street, Catskill, NY 12414 or hr@greenecountyny.gov.NOTE: Applicants or those eligible for original appointment to positions in the classified service in Greene County Government that receive a conditional offer of employment must successfully pass a background check and a drug screen.

Minimum Salary: 20.63 Maximum Salary: 20.63 Salary Unit: Hourly