What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Town of Lunenburg?
The Town of Lunenburg seeks qualified applicants for the position of Heavy Equipment Operator. This position performs a variety of duties associated with the maintenance, repair and construction of DPW assets, including but not limited to: operating a wide variety of vehicles including trucks, plows, tractors, backhoes, front end loaders and similar equipment, using power driven and hand tools, plowing, minor service maintenance to vehicles, excavation, tree work. Must be available to perform work outside of normal work hours, especially during emergencies and adverse weather conditions.
High school diploma or equivalent, 3 years experience operating heavy equipment and trucks in construction or road maintenance, and a thorough knowledge of the operation of Class B CDL vehicles and heavy equipment. Must have valid Class B Massachusetts CDL and Class 2B Hoisting Engineers License or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. Applicants that currently possess the required licenses will be given first preference. Prior Public Works experience a plus. Residency within 30 minutes of the DPW Building preferred. Full description can be found on the Town website: www.lunenburgma.gov/jobs.
This is a Grade 13, Laborers International union position, $23.6962/hr-$29.5933/hr; 40-hour work-week, M-F 7:00AM to 3:00PM; excellent benefits. AA/EOE. Open until filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.70 - $29.59 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Public Works: 1 year (Preferred)
- operating heavy equip. & trucks in construction/road maint.: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
- Class B Massachusetts CDL (Preferred)
- Class 2B Hoisting Engineers License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $30
