NEOGOV · 2 hours ago
Motor Equipment Operator - Park Maintenance
Moline, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$53K/yr - $77K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Motor Equipment Operator for the City of Moline, IL. The role involves operating motorized equipment and performing various horticultural and arboricultural tasks under general supervision.
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Responsibilities
Operate backhoe, front-end loader, roller, large gang mowing unit or dump truck
Plow snow with dump truck; sand and cinder roads, streets and parking lots and assist in ice pond maintenance
Perform a variety of semi-skilled grounds and building repairs, maintenance and improvements
Service and make routine repairs to equipment and recommend other maintenance or repair of equipment
Provide work instruction to small crews on assigned projects as requested
Maintain and improve turf by operating box blade, aerator and various types of seeders and spreaders
Assist in tree trimming, pruning, shaping or removing all types of woody plants using ropes to climb, chain saws and other forestry hand tools
Propagate plants using seed, division or cuttings; prepare and maintain flower beds
Mix and apply fertilizer and chemicals to control growth or pests
Maintain growing or display houses by regulating temperatures, watering systems and ventilating systems
Develop small planting areas by measuring, staking, laying out and selecting materials
Complete records and reports as required
Other duties may be assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Three (3) years experience in greenhouse or nursery operation, planting landscapes, tree maintenance or forestry and in the operation and routine maintenance of trucks, medium size tractors and end loaders or related work
Valid Illinois Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL-B) with air brakes endorsement, or equivalent, upon application
Valid Illinois Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) with air brakes endorsement and tanker endorsement, or equivalent, within 60 days of hire
Valid State of Illinois Pesticide Applicator License within one (1) year of hire
Specific knowledge of the operation of trucks and medium size tractors and end loaders, both on and off the road
The principles and techniques of greenhouse and outdoor garden management
Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of equipment under all weather conditions
Knowledge of laws governing application of chemicals
Traffic laws and other regulations of governing automotive equipment operation
Skill in customer service
Effectively communicating with those contacted throughout the course of the workday
Maintaining effective working relationships with other departments, agencies, employees, supervisors and members of the public
The use and care of trucks and other medium-sized industrial or construction type equipment
The safe and proper operation and maintenance of chain saws, forestry tools and other landscaping equipment and hand tools
Climbing trees with ropes
Grafting
Transplanting and propagating all types of flowers and plants
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Perform rough carpentry, painting and masonry work
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials and the general public
Work varied shifts and standby
Report to emergency work situations, including snow removal and storm cleanup
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Pension
Paid Time Off
Deferred Compensation & Roth IRA Plan
Flexible Spending Plan
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Life Insurance
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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