Heavy Equipment Operator

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I – FULL TIME

The Town of Belchertown is accepting applications for a Heavy Equipment Operator I to operate heavy motor equipment and perform manual work assisting in construction, maintenance and repair projects of the public works department.

Major duties include: Assists with street maintenance and repair projects by performing manual work and operating most public works department equipment. Operates heavy equipment and light equipment of moderate complexity; operates front-end loaders, backhoes, heavy dump trucks, sweepers, light tractors, jack hammers, small rollers, and roadside mowers; operates vehicles providing roadway snow removal and deicing. Inspects equipment for safety; lubricates and makes minor adjustments to the equipment as necessary; Assists the Mechanic/Truck Driver in servicing automotive equipment as necessary. Sweeps sidewalks and roads, rakes and mows lawns; pickups and hauls debris and rubbish; shovels snow; Makes, repairs, and installs street signs. Assists other town departments; installs water lines; assists in construction/maintenance projects within the wastewater treatment plant. May be called to work at the Transfer Station and Parks Division

Minimum qualifications: High school graduation; one year of experience in highway construction including heavy automotive equipment operation; or any equivalent combination.

Special Requirements: Possession of a valid MA Class B Commercial Driver’s License. Possession of a valid MA Hoisting Engineer License, 2A.

This is a Grade 5 IUOE Local 98 union position with a salary range of $23.95-$31.57/hour, 40 hours per week.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The Town of Belchertown is an EEO employer, we encourage women, minorities and veterans to apply.

Pay: $23.95 - $31.57 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Union benefits
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person