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Town of Marblehead

Heavy Equipment Operator Water & Sewer

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What they do

An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$65,563 / year median in Massachusetts

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

SUMMARY :
Operates Backhoe, Crane, front-end loader, Vacuum Truck, and the like, where special operating skills and licenses are required. Assists Mechanic/Pipefitters with daily inspection and maintenance of systems and emergency repairs. May be exposed to storm events as well as traffic, toxic chemicals, and electrical hazards, below-ground structures and trenches.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Using the heavy equipment of the department, excavates trenches, lifts and lays piping, moves material required in construction and repairs to water mains, sewer mains and drain lines. 2. Uses the same equipment in emergencies, as required to repair or otherwise keep systems operating during periods of flooding, electrical power failure, and the like. 3. Assists in maintenance of pumping stations, water tanks, outfalls, and equipment. Performs troubleshooting for malfunctioning equipment, collection system, and distribution system as directed 4. Does necessary masonry work, assists in video inspections and sealing of sewer lines, conducts manhole inspections. Performs leak detection, hydrant flushing, grease and root control, sewer cleaning and the like. 5. Operate other equipment the department has, including but not limited to pumps, compressors, generators, rodding machines, and tractors. 6. Mark out-of-water, sewer mains and services. 7. Assists Mechanic Pipe Fitter II with maintenance of distribution and collection system. 8. Performs other duties of a similar nature and complexity, as directed.
REQUIRED
High school diploma or equivalent, , Commercial Driver's License (with air brake and Tanker endorsement), Hydraulic Class C License. Additional licenses 4A, 1C, and 4G. Minimum of 3 years of related experience. Must demonstrate the ability to operate all of the Commission's equipment Preferred but not required : Grade 1 Water Distribution License; Grade 1 Collection License.
EOE/AA Pay:
$27.69 - $33.78 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 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

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Health and Wellness Programs