Equipment Operator IV — Highway & Road Maintenance

Town of Berlin; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Berlin is seeking an Equipment Operator - Highway Division to perform a range of equipment operation and road maintenance duties. The role involves operating dump trucks, sweepers, mowers, chippers, and more, with routine inspections and preventive maintenance.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a CT Class B CDL with a good driving record, plus strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work independently, including irregular hours for snow/ice operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 3 years' related equipment operation experience.
• CT Class B Commercial Driver’s License with a good driving record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow directions and work independently.
• Knowledge of safe operation, care, maintenance and repair of tools and equipment; traffic laws and Division regulations; ability to interact with the public.
• Available to respond to calls for duty at irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate Town equipment including dump trucks, street sweepers, tractor-mowers, wood chippers, compactors, asphalt hot box, chainsaws, concrete mixers, and road saws.
• Operate the loader at Highway Division yards and perform vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Perform snow and ice removal, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Build and repair drainage systems; install road drainage piping, culverts and related structures.
• Maintain roads, bridges, sidewalks and signs; patch potholes and perform resurfacing as needed.
• Control traffic at work sites with work zone traffic controls and flagging as required.
• Apply technical knowledge to solve problems and maintain a clean, orderly work area.
• Follow safety policies, assist coworkers, ensure safe operation of equipment, and comply with driving laws.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Public interaction

Safety awareness

Independent work

Traffic control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CT Class B CDL

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Job description

Town of Berlin is seeking an Equipment Operator - Highway Division to perform a range of equipment operation and road maintenance duties. The role involves operating dump trucks, sweepers, mowers, chippers, and more, with routine inspections and preventive maintenance.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a CT Class B CDL with a good driving record, plus strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work independently, including irregular hours for snow/ice operations.