DPW Foreman

The Town of Holliston is seeking applicants for the Foreman position for the Town of Holliston’s Department of Public Works.

Applicants must have the equivalent of completion of four (4) years of high school and five (5) years knowledge of the construction trades as they relate to road construction, maintenance and repair. Proficient in the area of roadway snow and ice control. Must know how to calculate asphalt and concrete quantities, figure grades for drainage, sidewalk and road projects. Have knowledge of Dig Safe and ADA regulations.

Applicant must also have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in road construction, maintenance, repair and snow and ice control. Must have experience in calculating materials, figuring grades and reading blue prints for projects.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid Class B Mass. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Class C hoisting license with restrictions no less than 2B and 4E and 4G.

The Foreman will confer with the Deputy DPW Director to ensure proper and timely completion of assigned tasks and establish long range construction and maintenance/repair programs. Monitor condition of town’s roadway system, sidewalks and drainage system and recommend future construction/repair projects.

Prepare small construction, repair and maintenance estimates in support of budgetary operations. Operate snow and ice control equipment and upon request of the Deputy DPW Director assist with monitoring its operations. Must set up and operate all levels and transit equipment and calculate necessary measurements for projects as requested by the Deputy DPW Director.

Please see the job description on the Town website for further detail.

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible union position classified as Grade L5, and is 40 hours per week. The starting salary range is L5, $32.05 - $37.03. The full range is $32.05 - $40.19.

Please e-mail your application and resume to Human Resources at [email protected]

Applications can be found on the Town website. Applications may also be dropped off at Town Hall in the Human Resources Office. Preference will be given to applicants who apply by noon on Wednesday March 4, 2026. The position will be open until filled.

The Town of Holliston is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.05 - $37.03 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person