TRUCK DRIVER / EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

If you want a career that is more than a job and can make a difference in our community, we are looking for you! The Kingston Department of Public Works seeks qualified candidates to join our team as a Truck driver/Equipment Operator. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) and benefits eligible position. We offer a highly competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, disability, life insurance, paid vacation, paid sick leave, entry into the NH retirement system, and much more! Responsibilities include but are not limited to, operating trucks and equipment to construct, improve and maintain roads and drainage systems; helping grade and set up base for new street construction and building sites; operating trucks to haul materials, plow snow, and clear ice from streets and sidewalks; assisting with installation and maintenance of storm drain systems, and performing routine road maintenance. Other duties as assigned to support the town.

Benefits:

Pay range is $26-$29 DOE. Offering short- and long-term disability and excellent health and dental benefits. Support your future with admission into the NH retirement system, as well as PFPOPE a 457 (b) deferred compensation plan which allows for up to $21,000 additional tax-free contribution allowance. We work from 6 AM to 2 PM M-F, allowing for work life balance as well as 16 recognized holidays and vacation time that increases with each year of service. Numerous Overtime opportunities. Sick days are accrued at 8 hours per month of service. Also offering clothing, boot and safety allowances and more.

Experience and Education:

Must possess a valid

CDL B - CDL A

preferred. Increased compensation for plow, mechanical, heavy construction and maintenance experience/ability. High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years' experience in operating trucks and construction equipment.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Duties typically involve standing, walking, crouching, bending, stooping, and lifting both light and heavy objects. High degree of dexterity needed to operate and maintain job-related tools and equipment. Use of safety and protective equipment frequently required. Work is typically performed outdoors, at times in extreme cold, heat, and inclement weather. A 15-mile response radius to 12 Main St. Kingston, NH is required.

Apply:

This position is open until filled. An application is available at www.kingstonnh.org . Submit cover letter, resume, application and (2) letters of professional references via email to highwayadmin@kingstonnh.org . All job offers contingent upon results of pre-employment background check. Criminal conviction does not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration. Each case is evaluated separately. Please email or call us at 603-642-8042 with any questions.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$26.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan

Trucking Driver Type:

Company driver

Trucking Route:

Local Work Location:

In person