PW10 MEO III Maintenance Craftsperson & Laborer

City of Medford; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Medford seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Water and Sewer Division, responsible for operating heavy machinery and performing public works maintenance. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and experience in similar roles.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in the Department of Public Works.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.
• License requirements include CDL and Hoisting License.

Responsibilities

• Operate motorized equipment like front-end loaders and jackhammers.
• Perform manual labor tasks in maintenance and construction.
• Assist with snowplowing during winter storms.

Skills

Equipment Operations

Manual Labor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Hoisting License 2B Backhoe/Loader

C.D.L. Class B with Air Brake and Tank Endorsement

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION:

Maintains and operates various types of heavy motorized equipment used in the maintenance, construction, and repair of the city's infrastructure and facilities; undertakes a variety of maintenance activities for public works and/or maintenance. This position works for the Water and Sewer Division of the Department of Public Works.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receive general supervision from the Supervisor, Commissioner, and Water Superintendent. Provides technical guidance to crew workers. assigned to positions of grade 10 and lower.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under supervision, operates various types of motor equipment, front-end loader, compressor, and jackhammer.
• Performs other skilled and unskilled tasks in connection with such operations.
• Under direction, performs tasks involving manual labor requiring the highest degree of skill in the construction, operation, and maintenance of water mains, water gates, sewers, and drains.
• Performs tasks involving manual labor requiring a lesser degree of skill and incidentally supervises the work or a group (not more than ten) of laborers engaged in such work.
• Performs related work as required.
• During snowstorms, this position supports and assists the Highway Division with snowplowing and removal operations as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

• High School or GED.
• 2 Years of experience in the Department of Public Works.
• License/Certification:
  • Hoisting License 2B Backhoe/Loader.
  • C.D.L. Class B with Air Brake and Tank Endorsement (or six (6) months to obtain a Tank Endorsement.).
    
    

Preferred:

• Equipment Operations Experience.
  
  

DEFINITION of HEAVY EQUIPMENT:

Heavy equipment is distinguished from light equipment based on the weight/capacity of the equipment and/or nature of the work performed. The following equipment is classified as heavy: Crawler, Tractor, Road Grader, Dump Trailer, Front End Loader — 3 cu or larger, and Excavator.

Environmental Conditions:

Indoor and outdoor environments with a wide range of weather conditions, exposure to vibrations and noise; work on slippery or even surfaces, work with electrical energy; work with and around heavy machinery; work in or near vehicle traffic; exposure to dust and fumes from motorized equipment; possible exposure to toxic chemicals; irregular working hours for inclement weather situations and other circumstances.

Physical Conditions:

Essential functions may require maintaining physical, conditions necessary for sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods; moderate lifting and carrying which includes the ability to lift up to one hundred pounds; pulling, reaching, bending, climbing, and kneeling; use of fingers, both hands and legs required; must be able to distinguish colors and operate assigned vehicles.

HOURS OF WORK: Full-time (40 hours/weekly) Monday to Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
SALARY: Union PW-10 ($1,177.74-$1,261.25 /weekly), ($61,242.48 - $65,585.00/Annually).

ADDRESS ALL COVER LETTERS AND RESUMES TO:

• Human Resources Department.
• City of Medford – Room 204.
• 85 George P. Hassett Drive.
• Medford, MA 02155.

Or send a cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to [e-mail].

For the posting, please visit the City of Medford's website – www.medfordma.org.

The City of Medford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/504 Employer Residents of the City of Medford, Women, People of Color, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.