Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works

CivicPlus, LLC; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Franklin’s Department of Public Works is hiring a Heavy Motor Equipment Operator to perform skilled equipment operation and manual labor for city/public works projects. Responsibilities include operating loaders, backhoes, excavators, and more, plus maintenance of fields and facilities; emergency response when declared.

Required qualifications include a Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement, high school diploma or equivalent, and ability to pass a background check and pre-employment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to work overtime and respond to emergencies.
• Ability to pass a background check with fingerprints.
• Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a wide range of construction, maintenance, and snow-removal equipment.
• Perform manual labor such as pipe laying, drainage work, and sidewalk repair.
• Maintain athletic fields, including mowing and field preparation.
• Assist in water and sewer plant/station operations.
• Complete required records and reports; follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Overtime availability

Adverse conditions

Math skills

Read and follow instructions

Criminal background check clearance

Education

High school diploma/equivalent

Tools

Loader

Backhoe

Excavator

Large tractors

Class B trucks with plows

Mowers

Rollers

Salt spreaders

Jackhammers

Air compressors

Job description

The Town of Franklin’s Department of Public Works (DPW) is accepting applications for the Heavy Motor Equipment Operator (HMEO) position, serving a vibrant townof 33,000 residents spread across 27 square miles. The Heavy Motor Equipment Operator is responsible for performing skilled equipment operation and manuallabor; maintaining Town public ways, utilities, facilities, grounds/athletic fields. The HMEO provides exceptional customer service and supports all DPW operations, including emergency response when declared.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a wide range of construction, maintenance, and snow-removal
• equipment, including but not limited to: Loaders, backhoes, excavators, large tractors, Class B trucks with plows/sanders, mowers, rollers, sweepers, salt spreaders, jackhammers, compactors, air compressors
• Perform manual labor such as pipe laying, drainage work, manhole construction and repair, concrete and asphalt repair, curb setting, sidewalk repair, and sign installation.
• Maintain and prepare athletic fields, including mowing, trimming, aerating, seeding, topdressing, and field lining.
• Conduct snow plowing, shoveling, and sanding for streets, sidewalks, and
• Assist in water and sewer plant/station operations.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and report mechanical issues.
• Complete required records and reports; follow all safety procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement
• Willingness to work overtime and respond during emergencies
• Ability to work under adverse conditions, including exposure to wastewater
• Ability to follow written/oral instructions and perform basic math
• High school diploma/equivalent
• Ability to pass a criminal background check with fingerprints

Collective Bargaining Agreement Highlights (FY27)

Schedule: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm winter hours

6:30 am - 2:30 pm summer hoursCallback: Minimum 4 hoursEducation Incentive: Associates $31.74 / pay period

Stipends / Incentives

Stipends / IncentivesLicensing- (10% increase - FY27)Drinking Water Operators Licenses Collection Systems CertificationBackflow Prevention Device Inspector / Tester CertificationMA Wastewater Treatment Plan Operator (WWTPO) ASE CertificationsTraining / CertificationCDL Trainer Incentive - $38.47 / pay period

Vacation/Holidays/Leave

Vacation/Holidays/LeaveHolidays 14 Paid HolidaysVacation Earned monthly, based upon equivalent creditable service timeSick Leave Earned monthly, 8 hours Personal Leave 4 days

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States and be able to pass a criminal background check and a pre-employment physical exam,including a drug test.

The Town of Franklin is an Equal Opportunity / Aff… The Town of Franklin does not discriminate inemployment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, military status, or disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these characteristics.