Heavy Equipment Operator II

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II - FULL TIME

The Town of Belchertown is accepting applications for a Heavy Equipment Operator II to operate the more complex heavy motor equipment and perform manual work assisting in construction, maintenance and repair projects of the public works department.

Major duties include: Assists with street maintenance and repair projects by performing manual work and operating all public works department equipment; Operates all heavy equipment of high complexity; operates excavators, front-end loaders, backhoes, heavy dump trucks, sweepers, light tractors, jack hammers, small rollers, and roadside mowers; operates vehicles providing roadway snow removal and deicing. Inspects equipment for safety; lubricates and makes minor adjustments to the equipment as necessary; Assists the Mechanic/Truck Driver in servicing automotive equipment as necessary.

Minimum qualifications: High school graduation; three years of experience in highway construction including heavy automotive equipment operation; or any equivalent combination.


Special Requirements: Possession of a valid MA Class B Commercial Driver's License; MA Class A preferred. Possession of a valid MA Hoisting Engineer License, 2A.


This is a Grade 6 IUOE Local 98 union position with a salary range of $25.62-$33.72/hour, 40 hours per week.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The Town of Belchertown is an EEO employer, we encourage women, minorities and veterans to apply.

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