Heavy Equipment Operator - Tree & Park (40 Hours Weekly)

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Cohasset (MA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Town of Cohasset is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Tree & Park Division. The role focuses on operating heavy machinery to maintain parks, open spaces, and public grounds, including tree work and storm response.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of heavy equipment experience. A DOT medical card is required, and a Class B CDL must be obtained within one year, with reimbursement support from the city. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of advanced technical or vocational training/experience in operating heavy equipment.
• Valid DOT medical card required.
• Within one year of employment, obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with employer reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (e.g., front-end loader, backhoe, chipper truck, stump grinder, gang mower) for tree and park maintenance, construction, and repair.
• Support tree and park operations including tree removal and pruning, debris management, turf maintenance, and storm response.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and safety checks on equipment and vehicles.
• Assist with a range of field operations and labor tasks within the Tree and Park Division.
• Maintain a safe work environment following safety procedures and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training in heavy equipment

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator - Tree & Park - full-time, 40 hours per week.

The Town of Cohasset is seeking a qualified Heavy EquipmentOperator to join its team at the Tree & Park Department of Public Works.

Position Overview:

The Heavy Equipment Operator performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties in support of Tree and Park Division operations. This position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in the maintenance, repair, and improvement of parks, open spaces, and public grounds, including tree work, landscaping, and storm response activities. Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance and inspections on assigned equipment, assisting with tree removal and pruning operations, and supporting seasonal and special projects as needed. The role also includes general labor duties to ensure safe, efficient, and well-maintained public spaces. This position reports directly to the General Supervisor and plays a key role in maintaining safe, efficient, and high-quality operations

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment (e.g., front-end loader, backhoe, chipper truck, stump grinder, and gang mower) in support of tree and park maintenance, construction, and repair activities.
• Support tree and park operations, including tree removal and pruning, brush and debris management, turf maintenance, and storm response.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and safety checks on assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Assist with a wide range of field operations, including duties typically performed by light equipment operators and laborers within the Tree and Park Division.
• Complete manual labor tasks associated with tree work, landscaping, and general park maintenance activities.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following established safety procedures and performing additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:A HighSchool diploma or equivalent, plus a minimum of two (2) years of advancedtechnical or vocational training and experience in the operation of heavyequipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid DOTmedical card. Tree & Park employees must obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License within one year of employment, with reimbursement opportunities for the cost of the license. Skilled experience in operating vehicles and equipment is required.

Preferred Qualifications:Tree & Park employees are preferred to hold 2B, 4E, and 4G hoisting engineer’s licenses. Knowledge of departmental operations and safe and effective heavy equipment operation techniques and practices is also preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

• This is a full-time, benefited position classified as GradePW1 -1 without CDL ($ 26.72 per hour), PW2 -1 with CDL ($29.38 per hour).
• The Town of Cohasset offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package
• A collective bargaining unit represents this position and is 40 hours per week. Work schedule is Monday- Friday, 7 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

To Apply Here

The Town of Cohasset is committed to full compliance withthe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable federal, state,and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. The Town providesreasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to enablethem to perform the essential functions of their positions. Applicantsrequiring reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process areencouraged to contact the Human Resources Department [e-mail].

The Town of Cohasset is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, geneticinformation, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status,veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, orlocal law.

All offers of employment are conditional upon thesatisfactory completion of a Criminal offense record inquiry ( CORI check),pre-employment DOT physical examination, drug test & all other backgroundchecks where required