Light/Heavy Equipment Operator

Town of Hanover, NH; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hanover Department of Public Works is seeking a dedicated Light or Heavy Equipment Operator. This full-time role involves essential tasks such as operating heavy machinery for road maintenance and construction, assisting in traffic control, and ensuring safety protocols. The Town offers a competitive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, and supports obtaining necessary certifications for qualified candidates.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write at a high school level.
• Experience in street and drainage maintenance or related positions.
• Possession or ability to obtain a valid driver's license in New Hampshire.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to construct, improve, and maintain roads and drainage systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on assigned equipment.
• Assist with traffic control and customer service requests.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Communication

Mathematical calculations

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excavator

Loader

Bulldozer

Backhoe

Dump truck

Chainsaw

Job description

The Hanover Department of Public Worksseeks qualified candidates for the position of Light or Heavy Equipment Operator. This is a full-time (40 hour/week) and benefits eligible position. We offer a highly competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, and much more!
If you do not currently hold a CDL, the Town of Hanover will assist you in obtaining certification if you are the right fit.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, operating equipment to construct, improve and maintain roads and drainage systems; helping grade and set up base for new street construction and building sites; operating trucks to haul materials, plow snow, and clear ice from streets and sidewalks; assisting with installation and maintenance of storm drain systems, and performing routine road maintenance. Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands/Work Environment: Duties typically involve standing, walking, crouching, bending, stooping, and lifting both light and heavy objects. High degree of dexterity needed to operate and maintain job-related tools and equipment. Use of safety and protective equipment frequently required. Work is typically performed outdoors, at times in extreme cold, heat, and inclement weather.

Apply: This position is open until filled. Applications must be submitted via the Town's on-line application system. For helpful tips on how to apply on-line, please select the "Employment" page on the Town of Hanover website. All job offers contingent upon results of pre-employment background check. Criminal conviction does not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration. Each case is evaluated separately.

Light Equipment Operator Pay Range: $22.46 - $33.54 (Labor Grade 11)
Heavy Equipment Operator Pay Range: $23.58 - $35.15 (Labor Grade 12)

The Town of Hanover is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Operates heavy equipment in the maintenance and repair of town streets, including an excavator, loader, backhoe, dozer, dump truck, grader, chipper, and boom mower.
  
• Operates snow plows and sanding equipment.
  
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools, including a chainsaw.
  
• Installs drainage pipes and catch basins.
  
• Removes tree hazards.
  
• Builds forms; pours and finishes concrete; lays brick and block.
  
• Assists in traffic control at work sites.
  
• Patches potholes and utility cuts.
  
• Sets and installs road and street signs.
  
• Installs signs and holiday decorations.
  
• Responds to customer service requests; completes work orders.
  
• Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections.
  
• Maintains assigned equipment; changes oil and filters; changes spark plugs; removes and installs chains, blades, and bars.
  
• Performs related duties.

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
  
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
  
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a driver's licensevalid inthe State of New Hampshire for the type(s) of vehicle or equipment operated.

• Knowledge of the techniques, equipment, and supplies used in street and drainage system construction and maintenance.
  
• Knowledge ofestablishedsafety policies and procedures.
  
• Knowledge of the geography of the town, including street names and locations.
  
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
  
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of specialized equipment, tools and machinery, including an excavator, loader, bulldozer, backhoe, street sweeper, and dump truck.
  
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
  
• Skill in oral and written communication.