Heavy Truck Driver II Job at Town of Yarmouth Massachusetts in August

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Job Title: Heavy Truck Driver II
Department/Division: Department of Public Works/Highway Division
Union Affiliation: United Steel Workers
Status: Full-time
Pay Grade: 7
Hours Per Week: 40
Pay Rate: starting $24.70-$29.84 per hour commensurate with experience, plus benefits

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Town of Yarmouth is searching for a professional truck driver to join our Highway team!

Working under the direct supervision of the Highway Supervisor, the Heavy Truck Driver II operates a variety of heavy trucks and hand and power tools, mows grass/trims shrubs/rakes/seeds, installs and repairs drainage, completes brushing assignments, performs minor maintenance on equipment, and plows roads and sidewalks using heavy trucks and shovels. Performs manual labor in the construction and maintenance of roads and sidewalks, replaces and repairs sign poles. Picks up litter and deceased animals from roadways, and performs other duties as assigned.

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency plus one year experience in light equipment operation and truck driving or any equivalent combination of education and experience. CDL Class B License with air brake endorsement and a 1D Hoisting License is required.

Physical requirements include the ability to perform heavy manual labor under varying weather conditions for long periods of time. Ability to drive heavy trucks for long periods of time during all types of weather conditions. Required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. Required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk and hear. Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 100 pounds independently. Must be able to conduct visual inspections while in the field.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Submit an employment application form, resume, and cover letter to humanresources@yarmouth.ma.us with “Heavy Truck Driver II” in the subject line and include your full name, address, phone number and email address on the cover letter and resume. Please go to www.yarmouth.ma.us/jobs & complete an employment application form. (Current employees are not required to complete an employment application form). Applications received prior to September 5, 2025 will receive preference.

The Town of Yarmouth is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans/M/F. We encourage Veterans and those with Disabilities to apply. Applications are reviewed confidentially. Applicants that require accommodation in the job application process are encouraged to contact us at (508) 398-2231 x1274 or emailhumanresources@yarmouth.ma.us for assistance.