Light Equipment Operator/Truck Driver

TOWN OF ENFIELD POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

The Town of Enfield, NH, is searching for an employee who enjoys working as part of a team in an outdoor setting, has a passion for helping others and making a difference in their community. Our team has a current opening for a full-time position of Light Equipment Operator within the Highway Division of the Department of Public Works, which offers a great opportunity to start a career in public service in an excellent working environment.

Enfield is a community of approximately 4,600 permanent residents (the population increases substantially with seasonal residents during the summer months), situated in the Upper Valley Region approximately 10-20 minutes from the population centers of Lebanon and Hanover. Enfield is an attractive community with a wide range of local businesses, a proud Shaker cultural heritage, two large scenic lakes, and an abundance of open space.

The Light Equipment Operator works under the general supervision of the Highway Supervisor, who assigns areas of responsibility, outlines policy, reviews work in progress and/or completion, and provides instruction, as necessary. Also receives supervision from the Assistant Highway Supervisor for Projects and the Assistant Highway Supervisor for Maintenance. Duties are performed in accordance with established and specified procedures. May be temporarily assigned to and subordinate to other public works department crew leaders and job-site foremen. Responsible for the skilled and safe operation of and routine preventative maintenance of assigned light duty trucks, light construction equipment, and hand and power tools used in the construction and maintenance of roads and other public works projects. The successful candidate will be required to live within a 30-minute response time to the Town. High school diploma or equivalent, plus at least one year experience in road, bridge and sidewalk construction and maintenance work, and the operation of related light equipment. Applicants should possess at least a NH CDL Class B Commercial Driver’s License at the time of hire or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire date. Must be willing and able to work long and unpredictable hours as needed during periods of inclement weather (particularly during the winter months).

Starting pay rate is $25.29. Additional overtime compensation is available with supervisor authorization. The Town of Enfield offers an excellent benefits package, including a comprehensive health plan, dental insurance, New Hampshire Retirement System, supplemental deferred compensation plan, short-term disability, generous paid leave, and more.

Applications and a complete job description are available on the Town's website at www.enfield.nh.us and at the Enfield Town Manager’s Office, 23 Main Street, Enfield, NH 03748, (603) 632-5026. This position will be open until it is filled. Application materials can be submitted directly to the DPW Director in-person (DPW Facility, 74 Lockehaven Road, Enfield, NH 03748) or by email ([email protected]).

The selected individual will be offered conditional employment subject to successful completion of criminal background check, review of driving record, drug screen, Federal CDL Clearinghouse query and review of professional references.

The Town of Enfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.29 - $27.82 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least a Class B NH Commercial Driver's License?
• Do you reside within 30 minutes of Enfield, NH 03748? (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Full Time Work: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person