Equipment Operator - Transfer Station

Town of Duxbury • Duxbury, MA

1d • $25 - $32

About The Position

Performs skilled work within the Department of Public Works as determined and assigned by a Manager or Superintendent in the Public Works Department.

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D. with three (3) years of experience in operation of mechanical equipment assigned to the division such as a road grader, backhoe, and trucks to perform maintenance, repair and tasks assigned, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential function of the position.
• Valid Massachusetts Driver's License, Hydraulics 2B, and Class B CDL.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods under varying climatic conditions.
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of the operation of necessary equipment and tools used in the performance of assigned work.
• Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with fellow employees, supervisors, and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Uses extensive knowledge and skill for repair, maintenance and modification various work assignments.
• Suggests modifications to equipment for safer and more efficient operation, constructs and installs as directed.
• Maintains records and reports, in the absence of the Foreman.
• Performs similar tasks as assigned, including functions of those in a lower classification.
• Operation of mechanical equipment requiring specialized skills and licenses such as a backhoe, loader, large trucks, tractors, etc.
• Works under limited supervision; performs specialized tasks.
• Hauls trash to off-site location using Class A license.
• Participates in town-wide snow and ice removal operations.
• Responsible for processing of financial transactions via credit card and check from the public
• Trains new employees in performing assigned duties.

Benefits

• 75% town/25% employee paid: health insurance; Blue Cross and Blue Shield PPO & HMO plans
• Defined benefit pension
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Pay
• Personal Time Off Days
• Sick Leave
• Clothing and Cleaning Allowance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED