Street Sweeper Operator (Overnight Shift)

Town of Brookline; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Town of Brookline Department of Public Works is seeking a dependable Street Sweeper Operator to join the Highway and Sanitation Division on the overnight shift. This role offers an overnight schedule with an hourly rate of 28.86 plus a 15 night differential per shift, supporting safety, cleanliness, and emergency operations in the community.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and 1–2 years of experience operating heavy trucks/equipment, with a valid MA CDL Class B and MA

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Massachusetts CDL, Class B required.
• Valid MA Hoisting Engineer’s License required.
• Experience operating heavy trucks/equipment and overnight work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate street sweepers to clean town streets and roadways during overnight hours.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety inspections of the street sweeper and related equipment.
• Assist with other roadway and sanitation-related tasks as needed.
• Support emergency operations, including snow and ice response, as required.
• Maintain accurate logs of work performed and equipment usage.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Massachusetts CDL Class B

MA Hoisting Engineer’s License

Job description

Career Opportunities with Town of Brookline

Department: Department of Public Works-Highway

Location: 870 Hammond Street
Chestnut Hill, MA, 02467

Job Title: Street Sweeper Operator (Overnight Shift)
Department of Public Works – Highway and Sanitation Division
Hours: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Includes One Weekend Day)
Hourly Rate: $28.86 + $15 night differential per shift

The Town of Brookline Department of Public Works is seeking a dependable and skilled Street Sweeper Operator to join our Highway and Sanitation Division on the overnight shift. This role is ideal for candidates looking for alternative work hours and meaningful position that directly contributes to the safety and cleanliness of our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate street sweepers to clean town streets and roadways during overnight hours
• Perform routine maintenance and safety inspections of the street sweeper and related equipment
• Assist with other roadway and sanitation-related tasks as needed
• Support emergency operations, including snow and ice response, as required
• Maintain accurate logs of work performed and equipment usage

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1–2 years of experience operating heavy trucks and equipment (experience with sweepers preferred)
• Experience with snow and ice operations is a plus
• Valid Massachusetts CDL, Class B required
• Valid MA Hoisting Engineer’s License required
• Strong attention to safety and the ability to work independently overnight

The Overnight Street Sweeper offers a competitive hourly rate of $28.86/hour and a night differential of $15 per shift, as well as generous benefits including health insurance, pension plan, generous paid time off, and more.

The Town of Brookline is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce.