Equipment Operator

Peckham Industries
Palmer, MA
Peckham Industries

Location: Palmer, MA


Pay Range: $45.57 - $46.10


Salary Interval: Seasonal


Description: Application Instructions

About Us:

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our " family by choice " ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the company's construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Position Description

Job Summary:

The Equipment Operator holds a union position and is responsible for operating various equipment used in road, site, and highway construction.

Essential Functions:

  1. Mastery. Operate heavy equipment of varying sizes and capacities used in road, site, and highway construction, including but not limited to pavers, shuttle buggies, rollers, graders, rubber tire excavators, and other equipment as required.
  2. Assist in maintenance and other physical duties as needed on the job site.
  3. Protect Family and Friends. Consistently wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all company policies and OSHA safety regulations; promptly report safety concerns, equipment issues, or incidents to the Construction Manager.
  4. Follow Daily Procedures & Protocols as set forth in job orientations & trainings.
  5. Compulsive tinkering. Conduct routine equipment inspections and perform preventive maintenance; clean equipment and report defects or repair needs to a supervisor.
  6. Focused. Communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors, both in person and through two-way radios.
  7. Work-life rhythm. Maintain reliable attendance and demonstrate dependability and consistency in meeting scheduled work hours.

Position Requirements

Requirements, Education and Experience:

1. Two years of experience in operating heavy equipment, preferred.

2. Must be able to work variable hours including day shifts, night shifts, some weekend hours, and overtime.

3. High School Diploma or GED, preferred.

4. Proficient verbal and written English

5. Must have a valid driver's license

6. Legal right to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

Position may require up to 100% travel by personal vehicle to project locations throughout the state of Massachusetts and New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This position works indoors and outdoors at times in inclement weather. Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 lb. or more. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time as well as lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, walking, reaching, driving, and repetitive motion.

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact .

Compensation details: 45.57-46.1 Hourly Wage

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Posted 2026-02-22

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