Qualifications
- Must be licensed and qualified to operate highway department vehicles under Class B/CDL License
- Hauls gravel, dirt, sand and other materials associated with roadway construction
- Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used in the operation of snow removal and ice control
- Performs highway department duties and manual labor, including but not limited to; maintaining and repairing town road; sidewalks; catch basins; drainpipes; guard rails
- Must be able to perform all tasks under various weather conditions
- Able to lift heavy objects in the performance of the job
- Must be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
- Must be able to grease, clean and perform minor maintenance on equipment & trucks
- Must be able to work overtime during winter months
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with the public
- General knowledge of safety procedures and regulations related to highway department operations
- Participation in development training and seminars may be required
- On call 24 hours a day through a descending order call list
- High School graduate, G. E. D. or equivalent with a minimum of once year of experience in highway construction, truck driving and maintenance activities or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brakes
- Must possess a valid Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer's License
- Must pass pre-employment physical & CORI background check
- CDL B (Required)
- Hoisting License (Required)
Benefits
- Pay: From $24.67 per hour
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Responsibilities
- Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m
- 3:30 p.m. and additional hours as needed
- Under general supervision, operates heavy equipment, performs manual labor, inspects the equipment for proper operating condition; carries out preventative maintenance procedures; related work as required
- Works indirectly under the supervision of the Highway Superintendent
- Works under the direct supervision of the Highway Foreman
- Frequent exposure to all types of weather and a variety of hazardous conditions while performing strenuous physical and essential highway functions
- Frequent interaction with the general public, town officials and employees
- Possible exposure to the hazards associated with chemicals and cleaners
- Frequent exposure to high noise levels and fumes
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