Job description

Looking for a change? Are you a skilled, self-starter who enjoys working outdoors? If so, please consider joining a DPW team that is making a positive impact within their community .

+++To be considered further, please submit an application along with a cover letter and resume on our website at: www.southhadley.org/jobs+++

The Town of South Hadley seeks qualified applicants for the position of Heavy Motorized Equipment Operator (SHMEO) – Grade 11. The successful candidate will perform skilled and semi-skilled work in operating heavy and light motorized equipment for construction, maintenance, and repair projects of the Public Works Highway Division. An Equipment Operator is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction and control.

Primary duties include operating a backhoe, front-end loader, snow plowing/removal trucks and equipment, street sweeper, sewer jet truck, dump trucks and other heavy/light gasoline and diesel powered motorized equipment. Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs to equipment and vehicles and notifies supervisor of equipment malfunctions requiring more substantial maintenance efforts. May assist mechanics as required to repair/maintain equipment. Performs general labor duties for a division within Public Works, such as: paving/patching roadways and sidewalks; cleaning, repairing and installing drains, catch basins and culverts; assisting in installing/repairing sewer mains/services; painting rooms, moving, transporting furniture; and setting up tables and chairs for special town functions. Drives snow plowing equipment, hauling, shovels snow and salts roads. Trims brush, keeps sidewalks and roads clear; may perform carpentry work. Makes street signs and mounts them. Responds to after hour weather emergencies to operate snow plowing/removal equipment and performs other related operations and general labor duties.

A high school diploma (or equivalent) is required plus at least three years of public works experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience. A Massachusetts Commercial Driver’s License Class B minimum and a Massachusetts Hoisting License Class 2B minimum are also required.

This is a Grade 11 union position, and the starting hourly rate is $19.34. The work schedule is 40 hours a week. The successful candidate will be required to be on call and work nights, weekends, and holidays.

To submit an application along with a cover letter and resume, please visit our website at: www.southhadley.org/jobs

This posting will remain active until filled.

The Town of South Hadley is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.34 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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