Equipment Operator

Department: Department of Public Works-Highway Division

Skilled manual work in the operation of public works vehicles and equipment and in performing construction and maintenance activities; all other duties as assigned.

High school diploma and two years of experience in public works construction and maintenance activities; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Massachusetts CDL Class B driver’s license required, with an air brake endorsement.
• Massachusetts Class 4G Hoisting License.
• Massachusetts 2B and IC Hydraulic license.
• Working knowledge of public works equipment operations and mechanics. Working knowledge of construction and maintenance procedures. Knowledge of traffic laws.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor under varying weather conditions. Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and properly.
• Skill in the effective and efficient use of equipment and machinery.

• Health Insurance - 70% employer premium contribution
• Paid time off – Three weeks’ vacation, personal and sick time
• 13.5 paid holidays
• $1,250.00 clothing allowance per year
• Annual step & COLA increases
• Emergency differential pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Training and education incentives
• Participation in Barnstable County Retirement System