PW10 MEO III Maintenance Craftsperson & Laborer

BASIC FUNCTION: Maintains and operates various types of heavy motorized equipment used in the maintenance, construction, and repair of the city's infrastructure and facilities; undertakes a variety of maintenance activities for public works and/or maintenance.   SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receive general supervision from the Supervisor, Commissioner, and Water Superintendent. Provides technical guidance to crew workers. assigned to positions of grade 10 and lower.   RESPONSIBILITIES: Under supervision, operates various types of motor equipment, front-end loader, compressor, and jackhammer.  Performs other skilled and unskilled tasks in connection with such operations. Under direction, performs tasks involving manual labor requiring the highest degree of skill in the construction, operation, and maintenance of water mains, water gates, sewers, and drains. Performs tasks involving manual labor requiring a lesser degree of skill and incidentally supervises the work or a group (not more than ten) of laborers engaged in such work.  Performs related work as required.  During snowstorms, this position supports and assists the Highway Division with snowplowing and removal operations as needed.   EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Minimum:  ~ High School or GED with 2 Years of experience in the Department of Public Works. License/Certification: Must possess a Hoisting License 2B Backhoe/Loader. Must possess a CDL Class B with Air Brake and Tank Endorsement (or six (6) months to obtain a Tank Endorsement). Preferred: Equipment Operations Experience.   DEFINITION of HEAVY EQUIPMENT: Heavy equipment is distinguished from light equipment based on the weight/capacity of the equipment and/or nature of the work performed. The following equipment is classified as heavy: Crawler, Tractor, Road Grader, Dump Trailer, Front End Loader — 3 cu or larger, and Excavator.   Environmental Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environments with a wide range of weather conditions, exposure to vibrations and noise; work on slippery or even surfaces, work with electrical energy; work with and around heavy machinery; work in or near vehicle traffic; exposure to dust and fumes from motorized equipment; possible exposure to toxic chemicals; irregular working hours for inclement weather situations and other circumstances.   Physical Conditions  Essential functions may require maintaining physical, conditions necessary for sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods; moderate lifting and carrying which includes the ability to lift up to one hundred pounds; pulling, reaching, bending, climbing, and kneeling; use of fingers, both hands and legs required; must be able to distinguish colors and operate assigned vehicles.   #J2025 – 0011 Posted 8/4/25| Posting Removal: Until Filled| DPW Water & Sewer. HOURS OF WORK: Full-time (40 hours/week) Monday to Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM. SALARY: Union PW-10 ($1,207.18-$1,292.78/week).   ADDRESS ALL COVER LETTERS AND RESUMES TO: ~ Human Resources Department. ~ City of Medford – Room 204. ~85 George P. Hassett Drive. ~ Medford, MA 02155.   Or send a cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to [email protected] .   For the posting, please visit the City of Medford's website – .   The City of Medford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/504 Employer Residents of the City of Medford, Women, People of Color, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.