Heavy Motor Equipment Operator (HMEO), Highway Division

The Town of Needham is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Heavy Motor Equipment Operator (HMEO) within the Highway Division. Under the supervision of the Assistant Superintendent the HMEO performs a variety of skilled laboring duties which include the operation and maintenance of motorized equipment roadway handwork snow and ice treatment and removal and preparing routine records and reports.

The Highway Division operates and maintains the Towns public roadways including the construction improvement repair and maintenance of Town roads sidewalks curbs walls and related structures. The Highway Division also oversees snow plowing snow removal sanding and salting operations.

This opportunity is ideal for those looking to advance their career in Public Works in a municipal setting. There are great benefit offerings such as paid training and professional development opportunities; medical dental and vision coverage; and more!

Schedule: Monday Thursday 6:30am 3:30pm; Friday 6:30am 12:30pm (40 hours/week)

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These duties are a general summary and not all inclusive:

• Operation of light and heavy motorizedvehiclesand hydraulic equipment such as heavy trucks front-end loaders backhoes tractors sweepers pavers rollers and other equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair to equipment perform inspections on departmental vehicles and equipment maintain equipment logs and reports and oversee and/or support various vehicle operations.
• Performs routine skilled and semi-skilled work at intermediate levels in the construction repair and resurfacing and maintenance of public ways and related infrastructure including sidewalks curbs medians grade shoulders and associated traffic signals signage and appurtenances.
• Prepare roadways for larger resurfacing projects to be performed by Town contractors (patching inlays edging etc.).
• Set up traffic safety patterns and safe work zones.
• Maintain work area and equipment in safe and operable condition adhering to all applicable safety and health rules and regulations; maintain general cleanliness and appearance of workspace or facility.
• Mandatory participation in the Snow & Ice Program; may include road treatment plowing snow hauling etc.; provides backup support and assistance for other DPW projects as needed.
• Mandatory participation in the On-Call Program (after completion of 6-month probation) including responding to roadway emergencies removing obstructions and addressing traffic control issues.

• Valid MA Drivers License
• CDL Class A or B
• Class 2A/2B Hoisting Engineers License or the ability to obtain within six months of employment (condition of hire)
• OSHA 10-hour Training required at time of hire or the ability to obtain within 1 year of employment

The following requirements may be substituted by any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to perform the job:

• General knowledge equivalent to the completion of high school and specialized courses
• One (1) to three (3) years of directly relevant experience
• Class 1C Hoisting Engineers License beneficial but not required
• Ability to work with a team or independently
• Ability to communicate basic project information to members of the public
• Advanced-level skills using heavy motor equipment preferred
• Ability to lift up to and including 100 pounds (for example use of a wheelbarrow that is full of materials) using body mechanics and assistance tools

Pre-Hire Process:

For positions requiring a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) including a CDL permit the Town of Needham conducts pre-employment physicals and drug testing and post-employment random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with U.S. DOT Regulations.

How to Apply:

To apply please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking Apply.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on December 9 2025.

The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race age gender national origin disability religion or belief sexual orientation marriage/civil partnership pregnancy/maternity veteran status or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview please contact us at.