JOB SUMMARY

Operates heavy duty trucks equipment used in municipal maintenance and construction activities. Performs a variety of labor duties utilizing standard hand tools and small power tools.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the supervision of the Road Agent and Laborer I who assigns work, reviews work in progress and/or at completion, and provides instructions as necessary. Duties are performed according to established and specified procedures.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

(The listed examples are illustrative only and may not include all duties found in this position.)

  1. Operates such heavy equipment such as front-end loader, backhoe, grader, and trucks.Operates on an emergency and seasonal basis, trucks, and equipment for winter snow removal and other seasonal clean-up operations such as plowing snow and hauling and spreading salt and sand.
  2. When not engaged in equipment operation, performs various semi-skilled tasks essential to public works and utilities operations such as mowing, sweeping, raking, digging, cleaning and installing culverts, cutting brush, repairing signs, and laying asphalt.
  3. Operates hand saws, chain saws, shovels, rakes, and other hand and light power tools. Reports need for any repair to supervisor.
  4. Performs landscaping and grounds maintenance such as lawn mowing, raking, gardening
  5. Loads and unloads heavy materials from trucks; stocks materials in storage areas or at work site; moves sand, dirt, trash, stone, etc. with wheelbarrow.
  6. Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of the functions, operating methods, and care required of the equipment used in public works projects; knowledge of the work hazards, safety practices, and traffic laws relating to equipment operation. Skill in the operation and care of heavy maintenance and construction equipment.Ability to drive heavy equipment, including a snow plow; ability to use hand and power tools; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to perform strenuous physical labor under varying and adverse weather conditions; ability to maintain effective working relationships with department heads, employees, and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Completion of high school education or equivalent. At minimum possession of a valid New Hampshire CDL-B operator’s license, the ability to safely use a back hoe, to safely use plowing equipment, plus have the ability to use a variety of hand tools; OR any equivalent combination of education and experience to meet the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

ALSO the candidate should be available 24 hours per day to meet emergency situations and must pass a New Hampshire Department of Transportation physical examination.

PHYSICAL EXERTION/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Strenuous physical effort demanded in heavy lifting and carrying (a minimum of 75 lbs.) and in performing work, sometimes under hazardous road conditions, in varying weather conditions with exposure to weather conditions, fuels, lubricants, solvents, and other fluids, as well as dirt, dust, grease, refuse, and other disagreeable materials; exposure to minor injuries such as cuts and bruises; exposure to long periods of sunlight; poisonous plants, and insects and bees.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and to:

Town Administrator

818 First NH Turnpike,

Northwood, NH 03261

Or via Email to

Jgunter@northwoodnh.org