Equipment Operator I

Town of Barnstable; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance - 70% employer premium contribution

Three weeks’ vacation

13.5 paid holidays

$1,250 clothing allowance per year

Annual step & COLA increases

Emergency differential pay

Overtime opportunities

Training and education incentives

Participation in Barnstable County Retirement System

Job summary

A local government entity is seeking a dedicated individual for skilled manual work in public works operations. The candidate will be responsible for operating heavy equipment, performing various construction and maintenance activities, and completing other assigned duties. Required qualifications include a high school diploma, two years of experience in public works, and a Massachusetts CDL Class B license. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and clothing allowances.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with two years of experience in public works.
• Must possess Massachusetts CDL Class B with air brake endorsement.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate public works vehicles and equipment.
• Perform construction and maintenance activities.
• Complete all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Manual labor under varying weather

Traffic laws knowledge

Construction and maintenance procedures knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Two years of experience in public works construction

Tools

Massachusetts CDL Class B drivers license

Massachusetts Class 4G Hoisting License

Massachusetts 2B and IC Hydraulic license

Job description

Department: Department of Public Works-Highway Division

Skilled manual work in the operation of public works vehicles and equipment and in performing construction and maintenance activities; all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma and two years of experience in public works construction and maintenance activities; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Qualifications:

Massachusetts CDL Class B drivers license required, with an air brake endorsement.

Massachusetts Class 4G Hoisting License.

Massachusetts 2B and IC Hydraulic license.

Working knowledge of public works equipment operations and mechanics. Working knowledge of construction and maintenance procedures. Knowledge of traffic laws.

Ability to perform heavy manual labor under varying weather conditions. Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and properly.

Skill in the effective and efficient use of equipment and machinery.

• Health Insurance - 70% employer premium contribution
• Paid time off – Three weeks’ vacation, personal and sick time
• 13.5 paid holidays
• $1,250.00 clothing allowance per year
• Annual step & COLA increases
• Emergency differential pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Training and education incentives
• Participation in Barnstable County Retirement System