Heavy Motor Equipment Operator II (Hwy/San)

Town of Brookline; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 32,799 - 46,715; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Excellent working conditions

Job summary

A local government entity is seeking Heavy Motor Equipment Operators (MEO II) in Massachusetts. This role involves operating heavy vehicles for road maintenance, trash collection, and snow removal. Candidates should have a high school diploma, 1-2 years of relevant experience, a valid Massachusetts CDL, and a Hoisting Engineer's License. The position offers an hourly rate of $28.86 and comes with generous benefits. The department emphasizes equal opportunity and diversity in hiring.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience operating heavy trucks and equipment, preferably in construction, utility, roadway, or sanitation work.
• Experience in snow and ice operations preferred.
• Valid Massachusetts CDL, Class B.
• Valid MA Hoisting Engineer’s License.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump trucks, front-end loaders, street sweepers, and sanitation packers.
• Perform pothole, sidewalk, and road repairs.
• Conduct regular vehicle inspections.

Skills

Operating heavy trucks and equipment

Manual labor tasks

Road maintenance

Sanitation operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dump trucks

Front-end loaders

Street sweepers

Sanitation packers

Job description

Career Opportunities with Town of Brookline

Department: Department of Public Works-Highway

Location: 870 Hammond Street
Chestnut Hill, MA, 02467

The Town of Brookline DPW Department is seeking reliable and skilled Heavy Motor Equipment Operators (MEO II) to join our Highway and Sanitation Division. This position performs a variety of manual and skilled labor tasks related to road maintenance, sanitation, snow and ice operations, and the operation of heavy equipment.

Duties include operating dump trucks, front-end loaders, street sweepers, sanitation packers, and other heavy vehicles and equipment; transporting personnel and materials; performing pothole, sidewalk, and road repairs; and conducting regular vehicle inspections. Responsibilities also include trash, yard waste, and dumpster collection, snow plowing and sanding, and supporting emergency response operations as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1–2 years of experience operating heavy trucks and equipment, preferably in construction, utility, roadway, or sanitation work
• Experience in snow and ice operations preferred
• Valid Massachusetts CDL, Class B
• Valid MA Hoisting Engineer’s License

Hourly rate: $28.86 plus generous benefits and excellent working conditions. These positions are open until filled. Apply today!

The Town of Brookline is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce.