Highway Maintenance Worker

Highway Maintenance Worker – City of Chicopee Employment Status: UFCW Laborers Union, Non-Exempt; Full-Time (40 Hours) Schedule: Mon-Fri – 7:00AM – 3:30PM Certifications/Licenses Required: MA Class B CDL License, MA Class A CDL License (must be obtained within one (1) year of hire) SUMMARY The City of Chicopee's Department of Public Works – Highway Division is hiring a Highway Maintenance Worker who is responsible for maintaining roadways, sidewalks, lawns, trees, drains, sewer lines and public infrastructures such as buildings. ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE Perform construction maintenance work on streets, sidewalks, tree belts and other public property. Perform excavation, bracing, sheet piling and grading. Fill potholes and cave-ins. Maintain, clean and construct sewers, catch basins, drains, and manholes. Actively participate in snow and ice removal operations. Perform "Flag" duties at job sites on occasion. Erect manholes and catch basins. Lay sewer pipe and house waste connections. May assist in forestry operations as needed. Operate air compressor and jackhammer. Perform general labor duties as needed. Drive highway maintenance vehicles and complete daily vehicle maintenance logs. Abide by City of Chicopee Health and Safety policies and procedures. See attached for full job description. QUALIFICATIONS Massachusetts Class B CDL License – Required Massachusetts Class A CDL License – Required (must be obtained within one (1) year of hire) Willingness to perform heavy manual labor. High School diploma or equivalent (or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience). Knowledge of and experience in performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and manual tasks. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. BENEFITS The City of Chicopee provides employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefit package including recurring sick time, vacation, thirteen holidays per year, retirement plan, and more. HOW TO APPLY If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today through one of the following: Select "Download Application" under "Tools". The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job ID: 2026-034 | Category: DPW – Highway Division | Status: Open | Salary Grade: 5L, Step 05 – Step 08: $18.31 – $21.00/Hour + License(s) | Posted: March 12, 2026 12:00 PM | Closing: September 14, 2026 9:00 AM #J-18808-Ljbffr