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Employment Opportunities

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES: TOWN OF CHESTERFIELD

Highway:

Town of Chesterfield-Highway Department

Job: Truck Driver/Equipment Operator/General Laborer (3 positions)

The Town of Chesterfield is currently accepting letters of interest and resumes from qualified individual for three full-time Truck Driver/Equipment Operator/General Laborer position within the Highway Department.
 
Nature of Work
Under the direction and supervision of the Highway Superintendent, this position involves a wide range of manual labor and equipment operation in support of the Town’s public works functions. Duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Snow and ice control, including plowing, sanding, and salting roads.
  • Roadway construction and maintenance, including paving, patching, and grading.
  • Drainage System installation and repair.
  • Routine and emergency equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Support for emergency response efforts, such as storm clean-up, and tree removal.
  • Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and may involve extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Employees must be available for on-call duty 24/7, year-round.
Essential Job Functions
  • Operate a variety of light and heavy motorized equipment, including:
  1. Dump trucks, sanders, snowplows
  2. Tractors, loaders, backhoes, road graders
  3. Gasoline-powered hand tools (chainsaws, compactors, etc.)
    • Perform routine inspections and minor repairs on equipment.
    • Assist in traffic control and site safety during roadwork.
    • Maintain accurate daily work logs and equipment usage records.
    • Follow all safety protocols and departmental procedures.
    Minimum Qualifications
    • High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
    • Valid Massachusetts CDL (Commercial Driver’s License), Class B with air brake endorsement
    • Valid Massachusetts Hydraulic Hoisting License 2A
    • OSHA-10 Certification (Construction Safety and Health)
    • Demonstrated knowledge of:
    1. Public works construction and maintenance practices
    2. Safe operation of heavy equipment and tools
    3. Roadway and drainage system maintenance
     
    Essential Physical Requirements
    • Ability to work an 8-hour shift, five days per week, or as scheduled.
    • Must be capable of maintaining prolonged periods of standing and/or sitting and walking throughout the workday.
    • Must be able to perform duties in a manner that ensures productivity and workplace safety.
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience in municipal highway or public works departments.
    • Familiarity with DPW operations and seasonal maintenance cycles.
    • Basic mechanical skills for equipment troubleshooting and repair.
    • Ability to read and interpret construction plans and diagrams.
    • Strong work ethic and dependability.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
    • Commitment to public service and community safety.

    Benefits include:

    Starting pay, up to $28.00 to $34.00 per hour, to commensurate with experience.

    Benefits are outlined in the Town of Chesterfield’s Personnel Policy and include:

    • Health Insurance 65% paid by Town/35% paid by Employee

    • Sick Pay-4.66 accruing hrs. per month

    • Personal Days Off-24 hours per year

    • Twelve paid holidays

    Application Process

    Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume and three (3) references with relevant contact information to:
                highway@townofchesterfieldma.com
    Or mail to:
    Town of Chesterfield
    Town Administrator
    PO Box 299
    Chesterfield, MA  01012

    Buildings Maintenance

    The Town of Chesterfield seeks to fill a Buildings maintenance position to help maintain the Town buildings. Duties may include changing water filters, winterizing buildings, installing and removing window air-conditioners, painting ramps or picnic tables, installing and removing tennis court nets, moving items, installing sump pump, etc. It is an on-call and as needed position.  May require several hours a week at times especially in the spring and late autumn. Various "handyman" skills a must.  Pay is $25.00/hour.  This is non-benefited position.

    Interested individuals should contact the Town Administrator at 413-296-4771 ext. 1 or submit a resume to the Town Administrator at: townadmin@townofchesterfieldma.com or PO Box 299, Chesterfield, MA 01012.  EOE