Motor Equipment Operator III (Water/Sewer)

Town of Brookline; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 35,789 - 50,972; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Job summary

The Town of Brookline is hiring a Motor Equipment Operator III for the Department of Public Works-Water in Brookline, MA. This role involves operating heavy equipment for water and sewer activities and includes responsibilities like snow removal, excavation, and technical supervision.

Qualified candidates should possess a valid Class A CDL and MA Hoisting Engineer's License, along with a high school diploma and experience driving heavy equipment. The starting salary is $31.49 per hour, with generous benefits and excellent working conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A and valid MA Hoisting Engineer's License.
• Experience driving heavy equipment and trucks, including operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of excavation practices and safety in construction.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including backhoes, dump trucks, and front-end loaders.
• Excavate broken water pipes and assist with asphalt work.
• Drive sanders and plows during snow and ice emergencies.
• Perform manual labor duties when not operating equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety practices

Driving skills

Education

High school diploma

Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A

Valid MA Hoisting Engineer's License

Job description

Motor Equipment Operator III (Water/Sewer)

Department: Department of Public Works-Water

Location: 333 Washington Street, Brookline, MA 02445

Salary: $31.49 per hour

The Brookline DPW is seeking candidates for Motor Equipment Operator III to provide heavy equipment operation and manual labor relating to the activities of the Water and Sewer Division.

• Operate heavy equipment, such as back hoes, vactor-jet truck, crane truck, dump trucks, bobcat, front-end loaders, bucket trucks and tractor trailers; ensure that vehicles and equipment are clean and operating properly.
• Depending on division assignment, an employee may excavate broken water pipes, fire hydrants, sewer and drain pipes, and highways, assist with asphalt work, trench work, and sidewalk work, assist with the installation of fire hydrants, move heavy pipes, move plates to cover trenches, and drive trailers to haul material.
• During snow and ice emergencies, drive sanders, plows, and front-end loaders and remove snow and ice.
• Perform other labor duties when not operating equipment, including operating jack hammers, wheel barreling concrete, raking asphalt, assisting other personnel installing pipes, or other necessary tasks.
• May provide technical supervision at a job site.
• Perform similar or related work as required, or as situation dictates.

Qualifications

You must have a Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A; Valid MA Hoisting Engineer's License.

Other Requirements

High school diploma; one or two years of experience driving heavy equipment and trucks; experience working on a packer, performing snow and ice removal, and using heavy equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge of operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, safety practices and the use of equipment at construction sites, and knowledge of excavation practices. Ability to drive and operate a range of potentially dangerous heavy equipment safely in congested areas, recognize hazards and conditions surrounding the work environment, lift heavy objects and perform heavy manual labor. Equipment operation and driving skills.

Starting salary $31.49 per hour plus generous benefits and excellent working conditions. Multiple positions available. Positions open until filled. Please indicate in your resume that you have Valid CDL and Hoisting Licenses.

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