4 Boltwood Avenue
Amherst, MA 01002
Phone:(413)259-3009
Fax:(413)259-2405
Website:amherstma.gov/jobs
Company Description:
The Town of Amherst seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community and strives toward racial equity and environmental sustainability. All are encouraged to apply. AA/EEO
| Job Title: | |
| Equipment Operator - Highway | |
| Salary Range: | Location: | To Commensurate With Experience | AMHERST, MA |
| Job Type: | Category: | Full Time | Government/Public Service |
| Education Level: | Work Experience: |
| High School or Equivalent Required |
4+
Preferred |
| Skills/Certifications/Licenses: | |
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Valid Massachusetts Class B CDL with endorsements for air brakes and tanker - Preference: Required | |
| Description: | |
Town of Amherst Equipment Operator DPW- Highway Division The Town of Amherst seeks an Equipment Operator to operate a variety of equipment utilized in construction, sanitary landfill, and maintenance and repair activities. Performs a variety of semi?skilled tasks in the maintenance of street, water, sewer and storm drainage systems.
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| Requirements: | |
Minimum Qualifications: High School degree or equivalent PLUS four (4) years’ experience involving the use of light equipment, two (2) of which must have been related to utility or street systems; OR equivalent combination of experience and education demonstrating the ability to perform the duties. Valid Massachusetts Class B CDL with endorsements for air brakes and tanker, Massachusetts 2A Hoisting Engineer License and Massachusetts 4G Mowers License. Hiring Range - $21.47 - $28.85 per hour depending on experience and/or qualifications. To view the full job description and qualifications and to apply visit https://amherstma.portal.opengov.com/categories/1089 The Town enjoys a long tradition of active, participatory, & professional government, and seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community. | |