Heavy Equipment Operator/Truck Driver

Applications are being accepted for a Truck Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator.  Mandatory CDL-A, must  possess or obtain within one (1) year a NH Weighmaster’s license and a Solid Waste Operator Certificate through the Town.  Duties are day-to-day operation of heavy equipment in and around facility, as well as the transfer of all solid waste and recyclables to the deposit/drop-off sites.   Includes operating a tractor-trailer, excavator, loader, backhoe, will train for automated collection truck, baler, lifts, hand tools, snow plowing w/plow and wing for the Highway Division, general facility maintenance, and assisting residents, etc.  Additional requirements are a good work ethic, positive attitude, hard worker, and team player.

 Must pass all background checks and tests, including criminal, motor vehicle, physical, references, and DOT drug and alcohol testing (for CDL Drivers only).  Starting pay of $17.75.  Full benefit package.  6-month probation.  Random DOT testing.  Work hours Monday-Friday, 7:00 am 3:30 pm, and rotating Saturdays, 8:00 am-1:00 pm, as scheduled.  Emergency call-outs and overtime as needed or required.

You may either refer to the town website at www.hooksett.org for an application and job description, or pick one up at the Public Works building located at 210 West River Road, Hooksett, NH  03106.

 Please hand-deliver or mail completed Town Application, resume, and cover letter to:  Town of Hooksett, 35 Main Street, Hooksett, NH 03106, Attn: Town Administrator or email townadministrator@hooksett.org.

 The Town of Hooksett is an Equal Opportunity Employment Employer.

 Closing Date:  Position open until filled.