Heavy Motor Equipment Operator 2026-058

City of Chicopee

Position:

Heavy Motor Equipment Operator

Department: DPW - Water

Employment Status: Non-Exempt, UFCW 1459 Laborers, Full-Time

(40 Hours/Week )

Pay Grade : Grade 10L: Step 05 - Step 08

Hourly Rate : $22.52/Hour - $26.29/Hour + Licenses

Schedule : Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Certifications/Licenses Required: Massachusetts Class B CDL Driver's License, Massachusetts Grade 2B Hoisting License (Grade 2A Preferred), High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

SUMMARY

The City of Chicopee’s Department of Public Works’ Water Division is hiring a Heavy Motor Equipment Operator who will be responsible for manual work in the construction, installation, operation and maintenance of a water system including water mains, service connections, hydrants, meters and valves. In addition to perfo1ming the duties of a water system maintenance worker, responsibilities include the operation of various Water Department heavy equipment for the repair and installation of water mains, water services, and appurtenances. This person must be available for emergency work in the event of a water main or service failure and may be required to work emergency stand-by duty.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

Operates Water Department equipment for the repair and installation of water mains, water services, and appurtenances.

• Is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Water Department equipment, including keeping a maintenance log, scheduling maintenance at the Central Maintenance Garage in accordance with equipment specifications with prior approval of the supervisor. Also performs minor maintenance on equipment such as greasing and lubricating, washing and waxing.
  
• Excavates and backfills trenches. Lifts and lowers materials. Loads and unloads trucks and trailers. Picks up and hauls materials.
• May Perform any and all duties of a Water System Maintenance Worker, as follows:
  • Operates motorized vehicle as directed by a supervising authority and under his direction
  • Performs semi-skilled manual work in the construction, operation, and maintenance of a water system.
  • Excavates and backfills trenches.
  • Installs and repairs water mains and appurtenance. Installs and repairs water service connections.
  • Operates, cleans, and maintains tapping and drilling machines.
  • Operates, cleans, and maintains pumping equipment used in the installation and maintenance of water mains and service connections.
  • Repairs patches with bituminous and concrete materials. Installs, maintains, and repairs fire hydrants. Installs and removes domestic, commercial, and industrial meters.
• May be required to read water meters, on a part-time basis.
• Washes and cleans all motor vehicles, as directed by the foreman or other supervising authority.
  • The excavation and backfill of trenches
  • The installation and repair of water mains and appurtenances.
  • The installation and repair of water service connections.
  • In conjunction with the Water Department Engineer, measure (tie-in) valves, hydrants and service connections to maintain and record locations.
  • The operation, cleaning and maintenance of tapping and drilling machines
  • The operation, cleaning and maintenance of pumping equipment used in the installation and maintenance of water mains and service connections.
  • The repair of trenches and excavations by patching with bituminous and concrete materials.
  • The installation, maintenance, and repair of fire hydrants.
  • The installation and/or removal of domestic, commercial and industrial meters
  • The snow removal for access to Water Department quarters and adjacent ways for employee vehicle parking and other city properties.
• Must be available for emergency work in the event of a water main failure.
• May be required to work Emergency Stand-by Duty.
• Required to participate in snow/ice removal operations at Water Department property and areas maintained by the Water Department.
• May be required to participate in water infrastructure related tasks/operations as assigned by the Water Superintendent, the Superintendent of Public Works, and/or their designee.
• Abide by City of Chicopee Health and Safety policies and procedures.

(See attached for full job description)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Massachusetts Class B CDL Driver's License. Required
• Massachusetts Class A CDL driver's license. - Preferred
• Massachusetts Grade 2B Hoisting license. - Required
• Massachusetts Grade 2A Hoisting License. - Preferred
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), and five (5) years' experience with construction and excavation work, with a minimum one ( I ) year of experience working with a municipal water system; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

BENEFITS

The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which include the following:

Recurring Sick Time,

Vacation,

Thirteen Holidays Per Year,

Retirement Plan, and more…

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today through one of the following:

‘I ndeed Apply ’

OR

Select: “ D ownload Application” under “Tools”

Human Resources Department

Chicopee City Hall – 1st Floor

274 Front Street

Chicopee, MA, 01013

Questions?

Phone: (413) 594-1510

Email: [email protected]

The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer .