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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Town of Lexington
We are currently accepting applications for a full-time (40 hrs / wk) position :
Heavy Equipment Operator
Department of Public Works
Starting Hourly : $23.86
with excellent benefits
The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application form must be received in the Town's Human
Resource Department. This position will remain open until filled.
Scope of Work
This position maintains and operates various types of heavy motorized equipment used in the
maintenance, construction and repair of Town infrastructure and facilities, and undertakes a variety
of maintenance activities pertaining to public works and / or utilities operations and services.
Supervision
Received Lead Man, Crew Chief and / or Superintendent
Exercised May assign work in absence of Lead Man, Crew Chief or Foreman
Essential Job Functions
Operates a variety of motorized maintenance and construction equipment as assigned (e.g.,
front-end loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, snowplows, tractors, etc.) to assist with
construction, repair and / or maintenance projects in the Highway, Water / Sewer, or Parks
divisions of the Department.
Operates mechanical and other non-grade-determining equipment (e.g. air compressors,
power saws, paint machine, concrete mixer, leaf blower, lawn mower, weed wacker, leaf
vacuum, welder, jack hammers, etc.) related to assigned maintenance, construction and repair
projects.
Participates in snow and ice removal and treatment operations, sometimes after normal work
hours; participates in other inclement weather operations and services; assists in coordination
and monitoring of contractual snow removal crews.
Maintains and cares for all equipment, machinery and vehicles used during work assignments;
regularly performs preventative maintenance tasks; reports required maintenance and repair
of equipment and vehicles to Road Machinery personnel.
Provides effective and efficient customer service and promotes and maintains responsive
community relations.
Follows safe work practices.
Other Job Functions
Performs related duties as assigned.
Requirements of Work
Graduation from high school (or GED equivalent) plus additional technical or specialized training,
including or supplemented by at least 3 years of public works or utilities construction, maintenance
and repair experience, some equipment operations experience preferred; or any equivalent
combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, ability and skills :
Knowledge
govern the performance of the duties being performed.
minimize risks.
Town of Lexington policies and procedures.
Ability to
circumstances.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors,
coworkers, contractors, residents and the general public.
Skill in
The operation of heavy trucks, vehicles, equipment, machinery and tools used
in assigned operations.
Necessary Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver's license; ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License with Air
Brake Endorsement and a Massachusetts Class 2A Hoisting License.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed mostly outdoors; hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate
computers and various types of tools, equipment and machinery.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, prolonged visual
concentration and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand,
walk, talk and hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or
controls and reach with hands and arms.
cold, wetness and humidity; and to other unpleasant conditions such as dim lighting, dust,
odors, noise, vibration, toxic agents, electrical currents, heavy machinery, smoke and
disease.
The employee must frequently lift and / or move up in excess of 50 pounds.
DEFINITION of HEAVY EQUIPMENT
Heavy equipment is distinguished from light equipment based on weight / capacity of the equipment
and / or nature of the work performed. The following equipment is classed as heavy equipment : Class 8
Dump Truck, Loader Backhoe, Excavator & Front End Loader (greater than 3 CY).
APPLICATION PROCESS
All applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available from the Internet at
www.lexingtonma.gov, emailing jobs@lexingtonma.gov, calling (781) 698-4590 or by visiting the
information, but cannot serve as a substitute for completing the required application form.
Pre-employment physical including drug screening is a condition of employment.
Application and cover letter must be received in the Town's Human Resource
Department. This position will remain open until filled.
The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and / or accept applications after the
deadline, to best serve the interest of the community.
After the deadline all applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified candidates will be
invited to one or more interviews. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as
soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application.
Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact the
Human Resources Department.
Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to the :
Human Resources Department
Town of Lexington
1625 Massachusetts Avenue
Lexington, MA 02420
781) 698-4590
Last updated : 2024-04-23
Full Time
$67k-92k (estimate)
02/08/2023
06/21/2024
lexingtonal.org
LEXINGTON, AL
50 - 100
2001
A E HENDERSHOT
<$5M
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