The City of Dover is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Motor Equipment Operator II - Grounds Division in the Parks and Recreation Department. The primary duties of this position are to assist in performing a variety of mowing, landscaping, tree maintenance, flower bed maintenance and facility maintenance at the City’s 240 acres of property along with other assigned duties.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
- Perform such duties as mowing grass, trimming and remove vegetation, trim trees, mulching, pulling weeds, blowing leaves, perform yard repairs, and plant and maintain flower beds.
- Inspect motor equipment daily and perform minor maintenance; complete job-related logs and forms and assist in providing information to the public.
- This position is classified as essential personnel that will be required to assist with weather emergencies such as but not limited to snowstorms.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or a GED with one (1) year of related experience.
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain a CDL permit within three (3) months and a CDL license within six (6) months of employment.
- A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical associated with CDL is required along with a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
- Pesticide application license with ornamental turf & right-of-way endorsement or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment.
To view the entire job description, please visit, https://www.cityofdover.com/job-titles-and-rates and click on DOE Union Employees
A criminal background and driver’s license investigation will be required. Candidates may be given a job-related test during the interview.
Compensation
- Health, dental, and vision and group life insurance
- 401a and 457 deferred compensation plans
- Paid vacation and sick leave
To Apply Submit the Following
Ethical conduct and honest behavior are our basic organizational values. Candidates will be instrumental in assisting to make Dover a place where people want to live through our motto -
Dedication, Ownership, Vision, Excellence and Reliability
City of Dover is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
DOE Labor Grade 20 / $21.09 Per Hour (Based on Qualifications)
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
