DPW Chauffeur/ Laborer

Weston Conservation Department; Weston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Weston DPW seeks a Truck Driver/Laborer for Highway, Stormwater and Parks/Cemeteries divisions. 40 hours per week, benefits, wage range $28.89 to $29.61 per hour depending on DOQ. CDL required on hire or within six months. Overtime availability for emergencies and winter operations.

Responsibilities include operating heavy/light trucks and equipment, maintenance, and installation/repair of sidewalks, curbs, and drainage systems, plus general public works tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus 1 year in construction labor or related field.
• Massachusetts CDL license required or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Knowledge of public works construction, maintenance, and safety rules.
• Must perform heavy manual labor outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and light trucks and associated equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on light equipment and assist mechanics.
• Repair and construct catch basins, culverts, and waterways.
• Cut and load roadside vegetation and collect leaves.
• Install and repair sidewalks, curbs, and guard rails.
• Plow, shovel, and load snow during winter operations.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

Outdoor work in all weather

Lift up to 60 pounds

Ability to operate public works tasks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Light motorized equipment maintenance

Snow plow operation

Job description

Town of Weston, MA DPW

Truck Driver/Laborer Highway/Stormwater and Parks/Cemeteries Divisions

40hrs p/wk benefited. $28.89 to $29.61 p/hr DOQ. To see all benefits and wage rates; Collective Bargaining Agreements are available on the Human Resources page (Collective Bargaining Agreements | Weston, MA). CDL required upon hire or must obtain CDL within first 6 months of employment. Incumbent must be available for overtime for mandatory emergency and sanding and plowing operations.

This position will remain open until filled

The Town of Weston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, genetics, sexual orientation, active military status or disability.

Truck Driver/Laborer, DPW

Under direct and general supervision, performs manual labor in connection with public works construction and maintenance programs; and performs related work as required.

Typical examples of duties may include but are not limited to:

• Operate the following- Heavy and Light duty truck with or without dump body, sand spreader, snow plow and trailed equipment, compressor, pavement breaker, jack hammer, pavement saw cutter, leaf vacuum /blower, walk behind sidewalk sweeper, motorized plate compactor, curbing paver, grass mowers, trimmers and chain saws.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance of light motorized equipment.
• Assist mechanic with minor repair work.
• Repair, clean and construct catch basins, culverts, manholes and waterways.
• Cut, remove and load roadside vegetation.
• Collect leaves at roadside.
• Install and make repairs to asphalt pavement.
• Plow, blow, shovel and load snow.
• Install and make repairs to sidewalks, curbs, stone walls, fences and guard rails.
• Maintain public works facilities.
• Collect and dispose of rubbish.
• and other duties as required.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications

Training and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent supplemented by one year of experience in construction labor and the operation of light motorized equipment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Required Licenses: Valid Massachusetts CDL driver’s license or ability to obtain a license within six months of employment.

Preferred Licenses: Hoisting 2A, 4E and/or 4G

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Working knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in general public works construction and maintenance activities. Working knowledge of the effective operation of light motorized equipment and knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and the precautionary measures necessary to avoid accidents.

Physical and Environmental Requirements: The ability to perform heavy manual labor. The ability to work out of doors and to endure exposure to extreme weather conditions. The ability to lift 60 pounds, (Example: pneumatic pavement breaker). The ability to climb or otherwise transverse rough or uneven terrain (Example: drainage trenches, ditches and culverts). The ability to work in close quarters (Example: catch basins, water service, water main and drainage pipe trenches.)