Equipment Operator (I, II or III) - Yarmouth

Start Date: July 03, 2024 | End Date: September 01, 2024
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Public Works

Position:                    Equipment Operator (I, II or III)

FLSA Status:            Non-Exempt/Hourly

Location:                   Yarmouth Public Works

Pay Range:                Base Hourly Rate per I, II or III Status (before Stipends): E.O. I = $23.52 p/hr.; E.O. II = $24.75 p/hr.; E.O. III=$26.56 p/hr.  This position will receive                                                    stipends, as eligible.

Closing Date:            Open Until Filled

Description:  The Town of Yarmouth is currently accepting applications for the position of Equipment Operator (I, II or III).  The position requires both physical labor, and skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of heavy equipment and maintenance of Town roads and infrastructure.

The following is provided for information as to potential category placement (I, II or III).  Starting placement designation will be at the discretion of the Public Works Director and Highway Superintendent. 

Equipment Operator I:  A Candidate who is new to Public Works work tasks (entry level) and starting the progression towards Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) attainment. 

Equipment Operator II:  The Candidate may have Public Works or construction experience with a shorter attainment window/timeline to the CDL. 

Equipment Operator III:  The Candidate holds prior Public Works experience and holds a current Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License in good standing. 

Requirements:

• Experience in operating heavy equipment such as loaders, backhoes, excavators, street sweepers, dozers, Class B plow trucks and dump trucks.
• Class B CDL w/Tank Endorsement required (Class A preferred). 
• A strong work ethic and dedication to customer service is a must.

Candidates with less experience are encouraged to apply, as the Town will make considerations and will train individuals with similar skillsets and experience.  The Town of Yarmouth will provide training to hired Employees in attaining their Class A or Class B Commercial Drivers’ License.

Salary & Benefits:  In addition to competitive pay and excellent benefits, the Town of Yarmouth provides ongoing training, a 4-day workweek during the summer months, 13 paid holidays, stipends, safety bonus, clothing allowance, wellness stipend and more.  Some eligibility periods will apply for stipends, etc. 

To Apply:  Please submit a complete application packet to hr@yarmouth.me.us.  Your materials should be addressed to the attention of Jessica Factor, Human Resources Director.  Please include the Town’s Employment Application, with a cover letter and/or resume. 

The Town of Yarmouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).  The Town of Yarmouth does not discriminate in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral or any other aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. The Town of Yarmouth does not discriminate against qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, job training, fringe benefits, classification, referral or any other aspect of employment. The Town of Yarmouth also provides qualified applicants and employees with disabilities with reasonable accommodations that do not impose undue hardship on the Town of Yarmouth.

Posting Date: July 3, 2024