Heavy Equipment Operator Working Foreman

Heavy Equipment Operator Working Foreman DPW Streets

The Town of Danvers welcomes applicants for the full-time benefited position of Heavy Equipment Operator Working Foreman for the DPW Streets Division. The Town of Danvers is a reputable Town on the North Shore providing a supportive and welcoming environment for all Town staff including a commitment to professional development and policies that promote and support a healthy work/life balance . This position is responsible for highly skilled work in the operation of automotive and/or complex highway construction maintenance equipment requiring a hydraulic license. This position manipulates controls on vehicles and/or attachments and to perform routine daily maintenance on assigned equipment.

We are currently looking to fill three (2) Heavy Equipment Operator Working Foreman positions in the DPW Streets Division. This is a benefitted full-time position that works 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday: 7:00AM - 3:00PM). This position earns $27.12/hourly with the ability to move through the pay scale via step system to a maximum of $31.21/hourly (AFSCME Unit A).

The Town will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteerism education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item in the qualification section of the job description is labeled required.

Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in roadway maintenance construction and operation of heavy trucks and equipment to include operation of gas and diesel hydraulic equipment preferred. Graduation from high school or trade school required. Associates degree preferred. Possession of a Commercial Drivers License including general knowledge and airbrake and tanker endorsements required. Requires possession of Hydraulics License. Completion of or ability to complete within twelve (12) months of hire OSHA Confined Spaces Safety Course is required. Completion of or ability to complete within twelve (12) months of hire excavation safety and competent person training is required.

To apply please send a Town application resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Department by email to or by mail to Town Hall 1 Sylvan Street Danvers MA 01923. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

The Town of Danvers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The is available for your reference.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact us at or x3030 in advance to request assistance.

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