City of Chicopee is hiring: Heavy Motor Equipment Operator 2025-091 in Chicopee

Overview

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, 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 performing 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.
• 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. 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:
• Operates motorized vehicle as directed by a supervising authority and under their 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 appurtenances; 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.

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 (1) year of experience working with a municipal water system; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package including: 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: Select: Download Application under Tools. The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job ID 2025-091 Category DPW - Water Division Status Open Salary Grade 10L: Step 05 - Step 08; $22.52/Hour - $26.29/Hour + Licenses Posted September 15, 2025 4:00 PM Closing December 31, 2025 9:00 AM