The City of Pittsfield\'s Department of Public Services, Highway
Division, is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of
Highway Maintenance Craftsperson. The Craftsperson performs skilled
labor duties in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets,
highways, bridges, and related traffic control systems. Other
responsibilities may include incidental facility maintenance and general
public works related duties. We are an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer committed to promoting a multicultural work force,
excellence in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working
relationships. We strongly encourage people of color, people with
disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, bilingualists, and people from other
underrepresented groups to apply for our open positions - recognizing
and respecting that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to
our team and essential to our public service. Responsibilities Performs
labor duties in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets,
highways, bridges, and related traffic control systems, including
incidental facility maintenance & general public works related duties.
Performs maintenance duties operating heavy dump trucks, backhoes,
loaders, specialized road construction & maintenance equipment, stripers
& mowers and other grounds or tree maintenance equipment. Performs daily
servicing & maintenance on equipment assigned, including incidental
related welding. Performs incidental building maintenance work on
functionally related buildings and structures, including painting,
carpentry, plumbing, and masonry repairs and operates hand and power
tools in the performance of the tasks assigned. Works with contractors
during construction or excavation on streets, bridges, sidewalks,
driveways etc. Works with & directs employees of lesser skill levels in
maintenance of streets & highways and related buildings & structures.
Works with contractors in the marking out and/or location of utilities
and appurtenant devices and structures during construction or excavation
on streets, bridges, culverts, sidewalks, driveways, etc.; Checks
highway-related contractor work for satisfactory completion and
compliance with permits. Safely operate vehicles assigned. Walk routes
as required. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Incumbent
shall be required to work at any time during the 24 hour day to respond
to weather related or emergency needs. Qualifications High school
diploma or equivalent. At a minimum, shall hold a valid Class A
Commercial Driver\'s License with air brake and tanker endorsements and
Hoisting Licenses Class 1C (telescoping booms without cables), Class 2A
(excavator, backhoe and front-end loader), Class 4E (catch basin
cleaner) and Class 4G (specialty lawn mower); all licenses suitable for
use in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Two years of acceptable
experience operating heavy equipment such as trucks, snowplows,
loader/backhoes, bulldozers, loaders or other hydraulic equipment of a
type to be used in the performance of tasks assigned. Two years
acceptable experience as a construction journeyman or equivalent in
street construction or general contracting industry. Strong working
knowledge of construction methods, techniques, equipment, materials and
safety practices used in a Public Services Department; Demonstrated
ability to read and use drawings and maps. Ability to climb ladders and
enter manholes, access ways & underground vaults, walk long distances
over uneven terrain, lift 50 lbs from ground to chest height in a
standing position, and work outdoors during all seasons. Ability to
interact with people on an up-beat and friendly basis, regardless of
circumstances. HOURS Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 4:00 SALARY Class A CDL
Starting rate \$21.23-\$21.87 an hour Annual increases up to \$28.53 an
hour Class B CDL Starting rate \$19.29-\$19.87 an hour Annual increases
up to \$2 .92 an hour