Public Works Laborer/Operator

Town of Thomaston; Thomaston (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

MainePERs Retirement

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance Options

Income Protection Coverage Options

Double-Time for Sunday call-outs (min

13 paid Holidays off

Cell phone and uniform allowance

Continued training opportunities, CDL

Job summary

The Town of Thomaston Public Works Department is seeking a Laborer/Operator 1 to maintain roads, vehicles, and sidewalks in town. Work includes summer maintenance and winter plowing, with overtime opportunities during snow events.

Hours are 7am–3:30pm, Monday through Friday. Duties cover equipment operation, routine maintenance, curbside trash removal, and storm drain work. CDL training may be provided if not yet certified at date of hire.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• License: Valid Maine motor vehicle operator’s license and Class B CDL (or ability to become certified within 18 months).
• Experience: Snow removal and road maintenance experience preferred, but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Equipment operation: use trucks, sanders, and other equipment for plowing, sanding, and snow removal.
• Maintenance duties: routine maintenance, curbside trash removal, mowing, storm drain work, and road patching.
• Emergency response: available for emergency callouts as needed.

Skills

Time management

Public interaction

Physical capability

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Public Works Department is seeking a dedicated and skilled Laborer/Operator 1 to join our team. Enjoy working outside in our beautiful town during the summer months, doing general maintenance on vehicles, roads, and sidewalks; drive a truck or snow plow in the winter months, keeping our roads sanded and safe for the community and first responders. This is your chance to be a part of essential services that keep our town safe and running smoothly, from snow removal to street maintenance.

Why Join Us?

• Dynamic Work Environment: Every day brings new challenges and opportunities using different machines in different areas of town to complete different projects.
• Work-Life Balance: Work from 7am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday, leaving afternoon and evenings free.Earn overtime with plowing in the winter when you need it most.
• Community Impact: Your work directly improves the quality of life for residents by ensuring safe and well-maintained streets and public areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Equipment Operation: Use existing or learn new skills operating trucks, sanders, and other necessary equipment for plowing, sanding, and snow removal.
• Maintenance Duties: Participate in routine maintenance and repairs of department equipment, assist in curbside trash removal, and perform varied maintenance work such as rebuilding storm drains, mowing, and patching roads.
• Emergency Response: Be available for emergency callouts as needed, such as road debris, snow storms, or assisting other departments.

What We’re Looking For:

• Time Management: Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Public Interaction: Deal courteously with the public and maintain effective relationships with colleagues and community members.
• Physical Capability: Be physically capable of sustained lifting, standing, crouching, climbing, and walking. Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally more than 80 pounds safely.
• Team Player: Work positively in a team environment and follow instructions with good judgment.
• Employee-Coverage Health Insurance paid 100% (generous child and family coverage available)
• MainePERs Retirement
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance Options
• Income Protection Coverage Options
• Double-Time for any Sunday call-outs, minimum 3-hours pay for any call-outs
• Generous sick and vacation leave accruals
• Cell phone and uniform allowance
• 13 paid Holidays off
• Continued training opportunities, including Class B CDL Training if not certified at date-of-hire.
• Wage increased from $25.46 (bump to $26.23 after successful completion of 6-month probationary period)

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• License: Valid Maine motor vehicle operator’s license and Class B Commercial Driver’s License (or ability to become certified within 18 months).
• Experience: Snow removal and road maintenance experience preferred, but not mandatory.