DPW Highway Division - Heavy Equipment Operator

DPW Highway Division - Heavy Equipment Operator

Come join Team Chatham!

The Town of Chatham is currently accepting applications for the position of Heavy Equipment Operator in the Department of Public Works Highway Division.

Under general direction of the DPW Director and direct supervision of the Highway Division Foreman, the Heavy Equipment Operator performs all functions within the Highway Division including skilled and unskilled labor, operation of heavy machinery, work related to installation and maintenance of drainage systems, resurfacing roads and sidewalks, maintaining roadside visibility and signage, street cleaning, and re-landscaping after construction projects.

This position participates in snow removal; plowing and sanding as assigned. Callbacks and overtime for weather‑related and state‑of‑emergency operations are mandatory.

Duties require frequent and extended periods of outside work, subject to all weather conditions and extremes. Physical requirements include continuous walking, standing, climbing and regular and sustained periods of physical exertion. Must be able to lift 100lbs.

Qualifications:

Massachusetts Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B (Class A preferred) with tanker endorsement, Hydraulic License and pertinent endorsements (2A, 1C, 4E, 4G). Current DOT Medical Card required.

Position is 40 hours per week with overtime potential. Starting annual wage as of 7/1/26 is $61,068.80–$63,544.00 ($29.36–$30.55/hour) depending on qualifications and experience. Position is covered under the Chatham Municipal Employees Association and is Benefits and Pension eligible.

Please email cover letter and resume (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). attention Megan Downey, Human Resources Director or apply online. Position will remain open until filled.