Heavy Equipment Operator - Tree & Park (40 Hours Weekly)

Key Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (e.g., front-end loader, backhoe, chipper truck, stump grinder, and gang mower) in support of tree and park maintenance, construction, and repair activities.
• Support tree and park operations, including tree removal and pruning, brush and debris management, turf maintenance, and storm response.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and safety checks on assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Assist with a wide range of field operations, including duties typically performed by light equipment operators and laborers within the Tree and Park Division.
• Complete manual labor tasks associated with tree work, landscaping, and general park maintenance activities.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following established safety procedures and performing additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent, plus a minimum of two (2) years of advanced technical or vocational training and experience in the operation of heavy equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid DOT medical card.
• Tree & Park employees must have a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
• Skilled experience in operating vehicles and equipment is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Tree & Park employees are preferred to hold 2B, 4E, and 4G hoisting engineer’s licenses.
• Knowledge of departmental operations and safe and effective heavy equipment operation techniques and practices is also preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• This is a full-time, benefited position classified as Grade PW1 -1 without CDL ($ 26.19 per hour), PW2 -1 with CDL ($28.80 per hour).
• The Town of Cohasset offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.
• A collective bargaining unit represents this position and is 40 hours per week.
• Work schedule is Monday- Friday, 7 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.