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Heavy Equipment Operator

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Hanson Highway Department

Hanson, MA (In Person)

$59,082 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Heavy Equipment Operator Hanson Highway Department Hanson, MA Job Details Full-time $26.58 - $30.23 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Union benefits Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications CDL B Hoisting License CDL High school diploma or GED Air Brake Endorsement Loader operation Backhoe operation Machine maintenance Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. This role requires a strong understanding of equipment operation and maintenance, as well as the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
ResJob Specifications:
The employee performs all of the duties of subordinate Highway Department classifications. The employee provides manual work involving specialized skills in the operation of equipment of considerable weight and complexity designed for the Highway Department and other public work activities and all other related work as required. The employee is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life. Heavy equipment may include trucks, front-end loaders which may have a backhoe attachment, bulldozers, graders, rollers, compactors, snow blowers, snow loader, catch basin cleaner operated by hydraulic hoist, sewer cleaning machine or other pieces of equipment of similar weight, design and complexity. The Heavy Equipment Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by Highway Department policies and procedures and other duties as outlined in the job description. Physical effort involved in performing duties under all weather conditions.
Skills/Qualifications:
A minimum of High School graduate or equivalency diploma. Prior municipal experience preferred. Qualifying experience in the operation of heavy equipment. Must possess and maintain all licenses and certifications required for this position and for all other positions in the Highway Department. Requires a Class B CDL with air brakes and a Class 2B Hoisting Engineer's License. A combination of education/experience will satisfy qualification requirements.
Pay:
$26.58 - $30.23 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Union benefits Vision insurance
License/Certification:
CDL Class B License (Required) Hoisting Class 2B License (Required)
Work Location:
In person