Truck Driver​/Laborer, DPW, Highway​/Stormwater & Parks​/Cemeteries

Town of Weston, MA DPW Truck Driver/Laborer Highway/Stormwater and Parks/Cemeteries Divisions

40hrs p/wk benefited. $28.89 to 29.61 p/hr DOQ. To see all benefits and wage rates;
Collective Bargaining Agreements and the most recent MOA are available on the Human Resources page (Collective Bargaining Agreements | Weston, MA). CDL required upon hire or must obtain CDL within first 6 months of employment. Incumbent must be available for overtime for mandatory emergency and sanding and plowing operations.

40hrs p/wk benefited. $28.89 to 29.61 p/hr DOQ. To see all benefits and wage rates;
Collective Bargaining Agreements and the most recent MOA are available on the Human Resources page (Collective Bargaining Agreements | Weston, MA). CDL required upon hire or must obtain CDL within first 6 months of employment. Incumbent must be available for overtime for mandatory emergency and sanding and plowing operations.

The Town of Weston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, genetics, sexual orientation, active military status or disability.

Under direct and general supervision, performs manual labor in connection with public works construction and maintenance programs; and performs related work as required.

Operate the following
- Heavy and Light duty truck with or without dump body, sand spreader, snow plow and trailed equipment, compressor, pavement breaker, jack hammer, pavement saw cutter, leaf vacuum /blower, walk behind sidewalk sweeper, motorized plate compactor, curbing paver, grass mowers, trimmers and chain saws. Perform routine and preventive maintenance of light motorized equipment. Assist mechanic with minor repair work.

Perform various manual tasks such as but not limited to:
Repair, clean and construct catch basins, culverts, manholes and waterways;
Cut, remove and load roadside vegetation;
Collect leaves at roadside;
Install and make repairs to asphalt pavement;
Plow, blow, shovel and load snow;
Install and make repairs to sidewalks, curbs, stone walls, fences and guard rails;
Maintain public works facilities;
Collect and dispose of rubbish; and other duties as required.

High School Diploma or equivalent supplemented by one year of experience in construction labor and the operation of light motorized equipment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Valid Massachusetts CDL driver’s license or ability to obtain a license within six months of employment.

Hoisting 2A, 4E and/or 4G

Working knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in general public works construction and maintenance activities. Working knowledge of the effective operation of light motorized equipment and knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and the precautionary measures necessary to avoid accidents.

The ability to perform heavy manual labor. The ability to work out of doors and to endure exposure to extreme weather conditions. The ability to lift 60 pounds, (Example: pneumatic pavement breaker). The ability to climb or otherwise transverse rough or uneven terrain (Example: drainage trenches, ditches and culverts). The ability to work in close quarters (Example: catch basins, water service, water main and drainage pipe trenches.)