Senior Equipment Operator & Maintainer IV – Highway Division

Town of Berlin (Connecticut); Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Berlin (Connecticut) seeks an Equipment Operator – Highway Division to maintain roads and public facilities, operate a range of town equipment, and perform routine preventive maintenance. The role includes snow removal duties and potentially irregular hours.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, at least three years of related experience, a valid CT Class B CDL with a clean driving record, and strong mechanical aptitude. Safety and public interaction are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 3+ years of equipment operation/maintenance experience.
• Valid CT Class B Commercial Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to interact politely with the public and work independently.
• Willingness to respond to calls for duty at irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Operates Town equipment: dump trucks, street sweepers, tractors, wood chippers, etc., and performs inspections and maintenance.
• Performs snow and ice removal, including night/weekend work when required.
• Builds/repairs drainage, installs piping and related structures.
• Maintains roads, sidewalks, signs, and related facilities; assists with traffic control at worksites.
• Adheres to safety policies; inspects equipment and reports concerns; ensures compliance with laws.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Follow directions

Work independently

Interact with the public

Team/work relationships

CDL Class B

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Town of Berlin (Connecticut) seeks an Equipment Operator – Highway Division to maintain roads and public facilities, operate a range of town equipment, and perform routine preventive maintenance. The role includes snow removal duties and potentially irregular hours.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, at least three years of related experience, a valid CT Class B CDL with a clean driving record, and strong mechanical aptitude. Safety and public interaction are emphasized.