Public Works Heavy Equipment Operator — Union Role with Overtime

Town of Westwood; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Westwood Department of Public Works invites applications for a Heavy Equipment Operator in the Highway Division. You will proficiently and safely operate a diverse range of heavy equipment on roadway projects under the Senior Working Foreman’s direction.

The ideal candidate has 3 years of Public Works experience, MA Class B CDL, and a Hoisting Engineer’s license or ability to obtain within six months. Full-time with comprehensive benefits and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent; 3 years of Public Works construction and maintenance activities, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of materials and techniques for Public Works construction/maintenance and repair.
• Massachusetts Class B CDL required; Hoisting Engineer’s license required (2A preferred, 2B and 4G required) or ability to obtain within six months.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor under varying weather conditions.
• Must pass background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assist with DPW projects such as repairing roads, potholes, curbs, sidewalks, drainage systems, and catch basins.
• Operate heavy equipment like bucket trucks, backhoes, loaders, road sanders, rollers, and other DPW vehicles.
• Support seasonal needs including snow removal, sanding, ice control, and emergency highway repairs; provide on-call service during snow events.
• Use hand and power tools (jackhammers, chainsaws, blowers, trimmers, weed whackers) and landscaping equipment.
• Safely operate equipment and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Manual labor

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Westwood Department of Public Works invites applications for a Heavy Equipment Operator in the Highway Division. You will proficiently and safely operate a diverse range of heavy equipment on roadway projects under the Senior Working Foreman’s direction.

The ideal candidate has 3 years of Public Works experience, MA Class B CDL, and a Hoisting Engineer’s license or ability to obtain within six months. Full-time with comprehensive benefits and overtime opportunities.