INTERNAL DPW Heavy Motor Equipment Operator Cemetery (W2)
$27 per hourFull-time
Town of Wakefield
Open to Internal Applicants Only
About the Role
Operates heavy equipment performs manual labor related to the construction maintenance and repair of public infrastructure; inspects the equipment for proper operating condition; carries out preventive maintenance procedures; related work as required.
Core Responsibilities (a full job description is available to the right under job details)
- Operates Class B trucks and Class 2 and 4 hydraulic equipment normally assigned to a public works equipment operator. Type of equipment varies by the assigned division.
- Inspect equipment prior to operation to assure that all controls and safety devices are functioning properly. Lubricate and otherwise service the equipment as part of a programmed preventive maintenance schedule. Report malfunctions to the Foreman or making repairs.
- Performs manual labor in the maintenance of parks playgrounds and athletic fields. Including mowing trimming and seeding; cleaning grounds and disposing of trash; raking shoveling; and planting trimming and removing trees and shrubs.
- Prepares and maintains fields in playable condition for use by the public.
- Repairs playground equipment in a safe condition for use by the appropriate age group.
- Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on park vehicles.
- Clear snow and ice from town roadways park and cemetery roadways walkways ramps and steps.
- Performs minor carpentry and painting.
- Operates equipment as directed during snow and ice events
- Assists with similar tasks in the Cemetery and Forestry Divisions as required.
- Responds to weather related emergencies and other emergencies as required by the Director of Public Works or his/her designee.
- Scheduled and emergency overtime may be necessary due to emergency and routine work and acceptance of overtime is expected.
- Performs related work as required or the situation dictates.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent; three to five years of related work experience or technical training to perform assigned duties at the journeyman level; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements
- Massachusetts Class B Commercial Drivers License
- Massachusetts CDL-N Tanker Endorsement
- Massachusetts Class 2A 1C 4E Hoisting Engineers License
- OSHA 10 Certification.
Position Details
- Reports to: Park Foreman
- Pay/Classification: Laborers Union - Grade W2
- Range: $27.2343-$37.0333 per hour
- Location: DPW Garage 35 North Ave
- Schedule: Monday - Friday. 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (40 hours weekly)
To Apply
Please complete a Town application via the website and attach resume and cover letter or by mail to Town Hall 1 Lafayette Street Wakefield MA 01880. Applications will be received until the position is filled with preference given to applications received by October 24 2026.
The Town of Wakefield 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 EOE is the Law poster 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 in advance to request assistance.
Required Experience:
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