What are the responsibilities and job description for the Union Equipment Operator / Driver / Laborer position at Town of Fair Haven?
Are you skilled with heavy equipment and looking for hands-on work that keeps your community running? The Department of Public Works is hiring an Equipment Operator/Driver/Laborer to help maintain the Town's roads, water systems, and public properties.
What You'll Do
● Operate heavy-duty trucks and equipment — including small trucks to tandem axle, a front-end loader, and a tractor/loader/backhoe — for road, sidewalk, and utility work
● Maintain, repair, and construct roadways, sidewalks, and culverts
● Support winter operations, including snow and ice control with overtime and non-standard work hours required
● Install and maintain water mains, hydrants, catch basins, and sewer systems
● Care for Town properties, including parks, playgrounds, and Cedar Grove Cemetery
● Perform routine vehicle and equipment maintenance and minor repairs
What We're Looking For
● Ability to safely and proficiently operate heavy-duty trucks and equipment
● Comfort working outdoors in all weather, with moderate to significant physical effort
● Strong teamwork and communication skills
● Basic math and writing ability
● High School diploma or GED
● Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License
Why Join Us
This is steady, essential public-service work — you'll see the direct impact of your labor on the community every day, working alongside a close-knit crew under the general supervision of the DPW Foreman & Town Manager.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.07 - $32.82 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $33