CDL Heavy Equipment Operator – Public Works

Dracut; Dracut (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Dracut is seeking a MEO Laborer to support street and public lands maintenance under the Public Works Director. The role requires operating heavy equipment, performing general labor, and adhering to a set schedule with supervision.

Required are a MA Class B CDL within six months and the ability to obtain Class 2A/1C hydraulic licenses within one year. The position is full-time with 40 hours per week and non-exempt status.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years related experience desirable.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of hazards associated with the trade.
• Ability to work well with others and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor driven equipment including trucks, tractors, road rollers, rotary snow fighters, tar distributors, road sweepers, leaf loaders, road flushers, hoisting equipment and hydraulic equipment, pay loaders, and Town owned equipment.
• Load and unload trucks, plow and salt streets, sidewalks, roadways, and parking lots as designated.
• Grease, oil and clean equipment; perform minor maintenance.
• Perform labor duties such as shoveling snow, digging holes, cleaning litter and debris.
• Trim shrubs/trees along sidewalks and roadways, mow grass, remove snow and ice; apply salt.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Public Works Director.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Town of Dracut is seeking a MEO Laborer to support street and public lands maintenance under the Public Works Director. The role requires operating heavy equipment, performing general labor, and adhering to a set schedule with supervision.

Required are a MA Class B CDL within six months and the ability to obtain Class 2A/1C hydraulic licenses within one year. The position is full-time with 40 hours per week and non-exempt status.