Lead Heavy Equipment Operator - CDL-A Required

Rochester, City of (NH); Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester, City of (NH) seeks a skilled operator for heavy construction and maintenance tasks in municipal services. The role includes leading unskilled workers, operating backhoes, loaders, graders, and excavators, and driving public works trucks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with experience in equipment operation and maintenance, and a strong safety mindset. CDL-A Tanker endorsement is required or as special requirement.

Qualifications

• Experience operating, maintaining and repairing heavy equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in varied weather.
• Attention to safety and detail in a public works environment.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy construction and maintenance equipment (backhoes, loaders, grader, excavator).
• Drives trucks in public works operations and transports materials.
• Performs routine maintenance on assigned equipment and tools.
• Directs unskilled and semi-skilled workers as a lead.
• Interacts with the public and maintains safety on site.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Mechanical ability

Safety orientation

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Rochester, City of (NH) seeks a skilled operator for heavy construction and maintenance tasks in municipal services. The role includes leading unskilled workers, operating backhoes, loaders, graders, and excavators, and driving public works trucks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with experience in equipment operation and maintenance, and a strong safety mindset. CDL-A Tanker endorsement is required or as special requirement.