Employees must be Boston residents on their date of hire and for the duration of their
employment subject to BWSC policies and collective bargaining agreements.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate and have responsibility for motor equipment requiring an operating engineer’s license and/or requiring unusual skill, including Vactor, Jet Truck, Front End Loader, Bobcat, Backhoe, Catch Basin Cleaner, Bucket Machine, multirodder, dump trucks and other necessary equipment. Responsible for the maintenance, security and operation of assigned vehicles. Excavate job sites. Complete required forms and reports. Execute simple sketches and plans. May supervise or work with a small group of equipment operators and/or other field personnel. May be required to testify on behalf of the Commission regarding legal matters. Perform all duties as assigned or required.
High School Diploma or GED required. Must have knowledge of all safety procedures and be able to demonstrate the proper use of all required safety equipment. Must possess a valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License, Class B with Air Brakes and Tanker vehicle endorsements, hoisting licenses with restrictions 2B, 4E and all licenses required by Federal or State authorities to operate any special heavy motor equipment. Successful completion of the BWSC’s Apprentice Program unless otherwise agreed. May be required to complete Waste-Water Collection Course and obtain certification. May be required to complete Water Distribution Course. As required by the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations, Safety Sensitive Employees will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Required to work any emergency as instructed by the Commission.
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The Boston Water and Sewer Commission is a public agency responsible for providing water and sewer services to the city of Boston.