Skilled Laborer/Collector - Highway/Sanitation Division

Town of Natick; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 33,784,262 - 45,756,984; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training

Work schedule: Mon-Thu 7am-4pm and Fri

Insurance benefits on first day ofhire

Town retirement pension + LIUNA

Overtime opportunities

Career growth opportunities

CDL ELDT training

Clothing allowance

Job summary

The Town of Natick’s Public Works Department is seeking a Skilled Laborer/Collector for highway/sanitation. The role involves curbside trash and recycling collection, operating multiple light and heavy equipment, and performing physical labor in roadway maintenance.

This entry-level position offers CDL training, supervision by a foreman, and growth potential, with benefits including health and retirement plans, overtime opportunities, and in-house CDL ELDT training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License; CDL preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months upon hire.
• Three years of experience in construction, landscaping, building maintenance, or related field.
• Sign making/line striping experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, work in all weather conditions, and perform physically demanding labor.
• Familiarity with the operation of light and heavy-duty equipment.
• Strong work ethics and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with coworkers and the general public.
• Successfully completing a Cori check and DOT pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Curbside collection of trash and recycling.
• Operation of multiple pieces of light and heavy equipment.
• Manual physical labor in roadway maintenance operations.
• Winter sidewalk snow and ice clearing.

Skills

Physical labor

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Light equipment operation

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

SKILLED LABORER / COLLECTOR - HIGHWAY/SANITATION DIVISION

The Town of Natick’s Public Works Department is accepting applications/re­sumes for this position. The candidate will be responsible for curbside collection of trash and recycling, operation of multiple pieces of light and heavy equipment, manual physical labor in roadway maintenance operations, and winter sidewalk snow and ice clearing. This position works under the supervision of a Foreman or General Foreman and offers an entry‑level opportunity to learn to drive CDL vehicles and other medium‑heavy equipment, with growth potential.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License; CDL preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months upon hire.
• Three (3) years of experience in construction, landscaping, building maintenance, or related field.
• Sign making/line striping experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, work in all weather conditions, and perform physically demanding labor.
• Familiarity with the operation of light and heavy‑duty equipment.
• Strong work ethics and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with coworkers and the general public.
• Successfully completing a Cori check and DOT pre‑employment physical including a drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hoisting license or other relevant certifications.
• Experience with municipal or public works operations.

Perks

• Paid on‑the‑job training.
• Work schedule: Monday to Thursday (7 am‑4 pm) and Friday (7 am‑12 pm).
• Insurance benefits covered on first day of hire (no waiting period).
• Town retirement pension plus an additional LIUNA pension.
• Opportunity to earn extra money with overtime.
• Career growth opportunities available.
• In‑house training for CDL ELDT (Entry Level Driver Training).
• Clothing allowance.

Compensation

$24.5240 per hour at Step 1. The full pay scale ranges from $24.5240 – $33.2152 per hour, with step increases outlined in the union agreement. This full‑time position includes a lucrative benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, a defined contribution retirement plan, and more.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume in a single PDF to [e-mail]. If you prefer to complete an application, please visit the employment application page. Completed applications should be submitted to [e-mail] for consideration. A review of resumes and applications will begin immediately. Candidates who meet the qualifications will be contacted for an interview. If interviewed, candidates will be required to submit two professional references.

This position will remain open until it is filled.

EOE

The Town of Natick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.