Craftsworker, Water,Sewer, Drains
Town of Needham

Job Order #: 21424366

Needham, MA 02492

Full Time

40 hours per week

POSTED 9/9/2024

EXPIRES 12/8/2024

Job Description

Description:

The Town of Needham is seeking a qualified individual to fill the full-time position of Craftsworker on the Sewer team of the Water, Sewer, and Drains division of the Department of Public Works. Under the supervision of the Working Foreman, the Craftsworker will perform technical labor and operate specialized equipment to help maintain and repair the water, sewer, and drains system, handwork relating to water, sewer and drain projects, snow and ice treatment and removal, and preparing routine records and reports.

The Water, Sewer, and Drains Division operates and maintains the Town's water system, including supply, storage, treatment, distribution, and metering; maintains the storm drain system, including compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES); and maintains and cleans the sewer collection system.


This position is ideal for those looking to grow their career through on-the-job training opportunities while being provided great benefits such as employer-paid training opportunities, professional development and certification opportunities, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options, and more. For a full list of benefit offerings, please view the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform routine tasks associated with connecting valve operations, installing water meters, pipeline construction, and maintenance such as cleaning culverts and drains, manual labor tasks, hot mix asphalt placement, and assisting in valve installations.
Provide water meter inspection and support to residents within/surrounding their homes.
Assist skilled tradespeople, including outside contractors, engaged in construction, maintenance, and repair work, acting as a lead person on a maintenance work crew, when applicable.
Perform tasks requiring specialized skill in the maintenance and operation of equipment, including but not limited to pickup trucks, pump trucks, pumps, generators, sewer maintenance equipment, vactor truck, jet flush truck, CCTV truck, snow removal, sanding, and salting equipment.
Respond to routine inquiries, requests and complaints from residents, contractors, and other Town departments.
Clean & inspect catch basins, sewer and drain lines, and structures.
Maintain work area and equipment in a regulations and operable condition, adhering to applicable safety and health rules and regulations, and endeavoring to continuously improve services provided to taxpayers.
Mandatory participation in the Snow & Ice Program, including treating roads with salt/chemical spreaders, plowing, snow hauling, and maintaining all equipment used.

Requirements:
Requires a valid MA Driver's License; CDL Class A or B
Requires one (1) to three (3) years of directly relevant experience.
General knowledge equivalent to the completion of high school and specialized courses; and the ability to communicate basic project information to members of the public.
Ability to work with a team or independently.
Demonstrated communication and customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications or Ability to Obtain the Following:
CDL Tanker Endorsement, must have the ability to obtain in 6 months.
Hoisting License Class 4E, must have the ability to obtain in 6 months.
OSHA 10 Hour Training is required by the end of the first year of employment.
Hoisting License Class 2B.
CDL Class A.

**Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on September 20, 2024.**

How To Apply

MassHire and Town of Needham, is working together to fill this position. Please submit resume/job number to Rick at rbaccari@masshiremsw.com, it will then be forwarded to the hiring manager.

Address

1471 Highland Ave
Needham, MA 02492

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Shift

First

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Per Diem Position

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Union Position

No

Apprenticeship

No

Pay

$24.94 - $31.00 per year

Benefits

  • Major Medical
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Vacation Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short Term Disability Leave
  • Long Term Disability Leave

Benefit Details

**In addition to a competitive salary, the total offer will feature a comprehensive benefits package**

Name

Rick Baccari

Title

Business Services Rep.

Email

rbaccari@masshiremsw.com

Phone

Not Specified

Address

MassHire MSW Career Center
Norwood, MA 02062

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