HMEO Sweeper - DPW Sustainable Materials Management Division (R5)

US Lawns

Newton (MA)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 34,000

Full time

43 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid leave

Paid holidays

457 Deferred Compensation

Job summary

The City of Newton seeks a HMEO - Sweeper to operate street sweeping equipment, perform maintenance, and assist in snow and ice operations under the Sustainable Materials Management Division.

The role requires a High School diploma, CDL B, 1–3 years in waste collection, and the ability to work in outdoor conditions. Valid CDL and safe operation are essential, with good physical stamina and teamwork.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years of experience in waste collection.
CDL B required (Applicants with a CDL permit could be considered for this position)

Responsibilities

Operate street sweeping equipment and complete daily work assignments.
Daily cleaning and light maintenance of street sweeping equipment.
Perform CDL circle checks and basic servicing of equipment.
Participate in snow and ice removal operations and other emergencies as needed.
Maintain logs and report malfunctions to supervisor.

Skills

Waste Collection

Truck driving

Public Works operations

Safety precautions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CDL B

Tools

CDL B

Job description

Job Description

Primary Purpose

The HMEO - Sweeper operates a street sweeper and/or vacuum sweeper, performs routine cleaning and maintenance for street sweeping equipment, and participates in snow and ice operations as required under the direction of the Sustainable Materials Management Division. Responsibilities include operating equipment required for Public Works projects and ensuring for the safe and efficient operation of vehicles and machinery.

Supervision

Supervision Scope: Employee does not exercise any supervisory responsibilities.
Supervision Received: reports to the Director of Sustainable Materials Management and/or designee. Employee works under the general supervision of the Working Foreman. Employee is familiar with the work routine and uses initiative in carrying out recurring assignments independently, with specific instruction. Any questionable cases are referred to the supervisor for clarification or interpretation. Work is reviewed only to an extent sufficient to keep the supervisor aware of progress, and to ensure that completed work and methods used are technically accurate and that instructions are being followed.
Supervision Given: none

Essential Functions

Equipment operation and manual work relating to the activities of the Sustainable Materials Management Division.
Operate street sweeping equipment to complete daily work assignment.
Daily cleaning of street sweeping equipment.
Light-duty equipment maintenance including, but not limited to, refilling greaser reservoir and replacement of essential sweeping parts such as brooms and shoes.
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of medium and heavy-duty motor equipment that requires a Commercial Driver’s License.
Operates both standard and automatic drive trucks and motor equipment. Keeps logs of activities as required.
Operates sander to sand roadways, school parking areas, City Hall parking areas, and other municipally owned parking areas during snow and ice conditions.
Ensures that all safety precautions are followed while performing work.
Performs a CDL circle check; lubricates, adds oil, inflates tires and otherwise services equipment to ensure proper operation; reports any malfunctions to supervisor, and may assist in making minor repairs and maintenance. Completes a daily Vehicle Condition report.
Performs laboring functions at Sustainable Materials Management work sites and construction projects as needed.
Prepares for and responds to seasonal challenges including: snow removal, storm water emergencies, flooded areas, trees down, and unskilled laborer functions on Public Works Department projects.
Participates in snow and ice removal operations and other emergencies as declared by the city.
Performs similar or related duties as required by the supervisor.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

A candidate for this position should have a High School diploma or equivalent and one to three (1-3) years of experience in waste collection. CDL B required (Applicants with a CDL permit could be considered for this position)

Education, Training and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent and one to three (1-3) years of experience in waste collection.
CDL B required (Applicants with a CDL permit could be considered for this position)

Knowledge, Ability and Skill

Waste Collection
Knowledge of Public Works operations or related field
Truck driving and small equipment operating practices and procedures
Occupational safety precautions

Skill in:

Performing duties safely and efficiently And the ability to:
Operate heavy trucks in a safe manner in accordance with department safety guidelines
Detect mechanical problems, maintain non-vehicular equipment, and may assist in performing minor repairs
Read and follow oral and written instructions
Perform strenuous physical work over a period of time and lifts, carries, and places heavy objects often under adverse weather conditions.

Computer Skills

May be required to use a smartphone, laptop, or tablet.

Other:

A strong commitment to public service required.

Physical requirements/work environment

Employee works on loud to very loud work sites and is exposed to outdoor weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, more than 1/3rd of the time; toxic or caustic chemicals, extremes of heat and cold up to 1/3rd of the time. Employee is required to talk, listen, use hands, and reach with hands and arms more than 1/3rd of the time; stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. Employee frequently lifts up to 60 lbs., occasionally lifts up to or more than 100 lbs. Normal vision is required for this position. Equipment operated includes trucks in excess of 26,001 lbs., pneumatic tools, and hand tools. Position responsibilities require the use of judgment and initiative to interpret the numerous standardized practices, procedures, codes, or general instructions governing the work. Employee is expected to locate, select, and apply the most pertinent practice, procedure, regulation, or guideline for a given situation. Errors can result in personal injury/loss, delay or loss of service, damage to equipment or injury to others. The position has occasional contact with the public and frequent contact with City employees, in person to respond to inquiries and provide information and assistance.

Performance Standard

Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the City through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

Company Description

THE CITY

The City of Newton is a wonderful place to live and work. Newton has safe and attractive neighborhoods, an excellent public school system, an active community life, multiple transportation systems, proximity to Boston and a well-managed and financially strong City government. The City of Newton has a population of approximately 88,900, with 32,600 housing units and occupies a land area of 18.3 square miles. Newton is principally suburban-residential in character. Unlike many other communities that are established around a single Main Street or downtown, Newton is comprised of thirteen distinctive villages. Newton has a diversified economic base with approximately 4,700 establishments employing approximately 79,500 people. Newton is special in many ways. It is home to a variety of private secondary and post-secondary schools including a portion of Boston College, Lasell University, William James College, Hebrew College, and the UMass Amherst – Mount Ida Campus. The longest stretch of the Boston Marathon runs through the City, including the well-known Heartbreak Hill. Newton-Wellesley Hospital, part of the Mass General Brigham health care system, serves as an important partner to the City. In September 2018, Newton was again ranked #1 in Massachusetts as the best place to live and #12 in the U.S.

OUR GOVERNMENT

Newton has what is known as a “strong Mayor” form of government with the Mayor having the executive and administrative powers of the City. The legislative branch is comprised of 24 City Councilors. Mayor Marc C. Laredo was sworn in on January 1, 2026 after serving on the City Council. The City of Newton was evaluated by Moody’s Investors Services in February 2020 and assigned its highest rating of AAA. Newton was thus well-positioned to weather the pandemic and economic downturn.

AS AN EMPLOYER

The City of Newton believes that its employees are its greatest asset. To that end, we are committed to supporting our employees by providing competitive wages and growth, a comprehensive benefits package which includes a defined municipal pension plan, quality health and dental insurance plans, generous paid leave benefits, paid holidays, and access to supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation, short term disability plans, flexible spending accounts, and other employee benefits. We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Program and access to employee training and professional development opportunities. We continuously work to review and expand upon our benefit offerings. We encourage you to visit our Human Resources Department website to learn more about our organization and benefits which are available to our employees. And as always, you are encouraged to reach out to our dynamic HR Team by emailing hr@newtonma.gov.

Human Resources Diversity Statement

Actively recruit, develop, and retain a diverse and talented workforce.
Proactively address discrimination through education and in partnership with other departments and leaders.
Serve as a role model to celebrate and nurture diversity.
Foster inclusion by staying curious and clarifying assumptions.
Evaluate and develop policies and practices that reflect the diverse nature of our workforce.
Build and strengthen accountability at all levels to support diversity efforts.

The targeted salary range reflects what the City of Newtonreasonably and in good faith expects to offer for this position at the time of posting, but the final salary determination may be within or outside this range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, and market factors. The range will be reviewed regularly and is subject to change.

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