What are the responsibilities and job description for the HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR INTERNAL ONLY position at Town of North Attleborough?
INTERNAL
(LABORERS UNION MEMBERS ONLY)
POSITION TITLE: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR – GR. 4
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Full-time 37 hours per week
Pay: $26.18 - $36.72 per hour
Skilled manual work in the operation of Public Works equipment of substantial weight And complexity for all highway department projects; all other related work as required. Works under the direct supervision of the Working Foreman. Performs duties in accordance with established procedures and techniques, requiring independent judgement in operating equipment.
Frequent moderate and occasionally strenuous physical effort required in performing work under field conditions with unavoidable exposure to bad weather and a variety of hazardous conditions.
Assists with all Highway Department projects including resurfacing and widening of roadways, patching potholes, repairing guardrail, building and repairing sidewalks and curbing, constructing drainage structures, excavating and backfilling trenches, cleaning catch basins and drainage lines, sweeping streets, repairing road signs, and moving, clearing, and trimming brush along highways, may assist with tree work including the operation of saws and chipper; assists other Town departments on specific projects. Performs laborer’s duties when not assigned to equipment operation.
Operates vehicles providing roadway snow removal, sanding and scraping ice; mixes and salt; may plow, sand and salt sidewalks, assists in emergency repairs as required.
Salary/Benefits as per the LABORERS Collective Bargaining Agreement
POSTING DATE: SEPTEMBER 21, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2026
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit cover letter and resume to: HRstaff@nattleboro.com Job ID: TFY27-8
The Town of North Attleborough is committed to providing equal treatment for all who seek access to its services or opportunities for employment and advancement. No discrimination will be tolerated on the basis of race, creed, political affiliation, color, sex, national origin, age or handicap.
(LABORERS UNION MEMBERS ONLY)
POSITION TITLE: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR – GR. 4
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Full-time 37 hours per week
Pay: $26.18 - $36.72 per hour
Skilled manual work in the operation of Public Works equipment of substantial weight And complexity for all highway department projects; all other related work as required. Works under the direct supervision of the Working Foreman. Performs duties in accordance with established procedures and techniques, requiring independent judgement in operating equipment.
Frequent moderate and occasionally strenuous physical effort required in performing work under field conditions with unavoidable exposure to bad weather and a variety of hazardous conditions.
Assists with all Highway Department projects including resurfacing and widening of roadways, patching potholes, repairing guardrail, building and repairing sidewalks and curbing, constructing drainage structures, excavating and backfilling trenches, cleaning catch basins and drainage lines, sweeping streets, repairing road signs, and moving, clearing, and trimming brush along highways, may assist with tree work including the operation of saws and chipper; assists other Town departments on specific projects. Performs laborer’s duties when not assigned to equipment operation.
Operates vehicles providing roadway snow removal, sanding and scraping ice; mixes and salt; may plow, sand and salt sidewalks, assists in emergency repairs as required.
Salary/Benefits as per the LABORERS Collective Bargaining Agreement
POSTING DATE: SEPTEMBER 21, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2026
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit cover letter and resume to: HRstaff@nattleboro.com Job ID: TFY27-8
The Town of North Attleborough is committed to providing equal treatment for all who seek access to its services or opportunities for employment and advancement. No discrimination will be tolerated on the basis of race, creed, political affiliation, color, sex, national origin, age or handicap.
Salary : $26 - $37