DPW - Highway Division Heavy Equipment Operator

$29.36 - $30.55 per hour

Full-time

Town of Chatham

Come join Team Chatham! The Town of Chatham is currently accepting applications for the position of Heavy Equipment Operator in the Department of Public Works Highway Division.

Under general direction of the DPW Director and direct supervision of the Highway Division Foreman, the Heavy Equipment Operator performs all functions within the Highway Division including, but not limited to, skilled and unskilled labor including operation of heavy machinery, work related to installation and maintenance of drainage systems resurfacing roads and sidewalks, maintaining roadside visibility and signage, street cleaning and re-landscaping after construction projects.

This position participates in snow removal; plowing and sanding as assigned. Callbacks and Overtime for weather related and state of emergency operations are mandatory.

Duties require frequent and extended periods of outside work, subject to all weather conditions and extremes. Physical requirements include continuous walking, standing, climbing and regular and sustained periods of physical exertion. Must be able to lift 100lbs.

Is this job the perfect fit for you? Find out by viewing the full job description (PDF) on our website ( for more information regarding prerequisite experience, abilities and certifications, including Massachusetts Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B (Class A preferred) with tanker endorsement, Hydraulic License and pertinent endorsements (2A, 1C, 4E, 4G). Current DOT Medical Card required.

Position is 40 hours per week with overtime potential. Starting annual wage as of 7/1/2026 of $61,068.80 - $63,544.00 ($29.36 - $30.55/hour) depending on qualifications and experience. Position is covered under the Chatham Municipal Employees Association and is Benefits and Pension eligible.

Please email cover letter and resume to View email address on jobs.institutedata.com attention Megan Downey, Human Resources Director or apply online. Position will remain open until filled.

ADA/EO/AAE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $61,068.80 - $63,544.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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