Employment Opportunities
It is the policy of the Town of Dalton to afford equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to everyone.
Highway Heavy Equipment Operator
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Position Description: Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Summary: Performs the skilled operation of heavy equipment used in highway maintenance and
construction activities. Also performs various semi-skilled tasks essential to public works
operations. Utilizes chain saws, and other tools to perform required maintenance of highways,
roads, and town properties.
Supervision Received: Works under the supervision of the Road Agent who assigns specific work to
be performed. Work is carried out with relative independence and judgement to reach desired
results. Work is reviewed for assurance that proper results are obtained, and that appropriate care
and safety is exercised in equipment operations.
Supervision Exercised: When assignment dictates, provides general supervision to other crew
members. Ability to work as a team is required. Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with Department heads, Town officials, employees and the general public is required.
Examples of Essential Duties:
The listed examples are illustrative only and may not include all duties found in this position.
1. Operates all pieces of heavy construction and maintenance equipment owned by the Town including
grader, front end loader, backhoe, roller, street sweeper, snowplows, chain saws, log splitter, and
related pieces of heavy and other equipment.
2. May service equipment and make minor repairs; reports need for major repairs to Road Agent. Is
responsible for maintaining equipment in working order by performing routine and other repair,
and/or working with the Road Agent to have such maintenance/repair accomplished.
3. Operates trucks and equipment on an emergency and seasonal basis, for winter snow removal and
other seasonal clean-up operations.
4. Cleans and rebuilds culverts and catch basins.
5. When not engaged in heavy equipment operation, performs various semi-skilled tasks essential to
public works operations, such as mowing, sweeping, raking, laying asphalt, hauling cold patch,
oiling and painting roads, trimming trees and brush, splitting logs, stacking wood, loading wood
boiler, etc.
6. Obtain regular training and retraining as required by the town (e.g. on the use of chainsaws).
7. Employ appropriate safety precautions, including use of personal protective equipment as
indicated, following safe procedures and practices in the use of all equipment;
following all traffic laws; etc.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Knowledge of the functions, operating methods and
maintenance required of the heavy equipment used in public works and utilities projects; knowledge
of the work hazards, safety practices and traffic laws relating to heavy equipment operation. Skill
in the operation and care of heavy maintenance and construction equipment. Ability to perform
strenuous physical work under adverse weather conditions. Ability to detect needed repairs and make
necessary adjustments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
Department heads, Town officials, employees and the general public.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
• High school diploma or equivalent, with two years progressively responsible experience in the
operation and care of heavy equipment and highway maintenance; or any equivalent combination of
education and experience which demonstrated possession of the required knowledge, skills and
abilities. Snow plowing experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid CDL-B license is required and must be maintained for continued tenure in
this position.
• Pre-employment and random drug testing is required.
Physical Exertion / Environmental Conditions: Physical effort demanded in heavy lifting and
carrying and in performing work in varying weather conditions with exposure to dirt, dust, grease,
refuse and other disagreeable materials; exposure to injuries such as cuts and bruises; exposure to
and use of hazardous equipment; exposure to varying weather conditions, including rain, sun, wind,
snow, cold and hot temperatures, etc.
Work Location: In person
Send resume to: townadmin@townofdaltonnh.gov
Transfer Station Attendant – Part-time
Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
Job Overview
Work for the Town of Dalton as a Transfer Station Attendant and be a vital part of our waste management and recycling operations! In this energetic role, you’ll be responsible for efficiently managing the transfer station, ensuring smooth handling of waste materials, and maintaining a clean, safe environment for our residents. Your proactive approach will help us deliver exceptional service while supporting environmental sustainability. This paid position offers the opportunity to work with heavy equipment and contribute to community sanitation efforts.
Duties
- Plans, accomplishes, organizes, directs and coordinates the activities of the Department. Is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Transfer Station.
- Responsible for cleanliness, maintenance, repair and organization of the facility and surrounding grounds.
- Turns all revenue and transaction summaries in to the town administration on a weekly basis, at a minimum. Turns in time sheets as required to meet payroll deadlines.
- Recommends plans and policies to be observed in the conduct of operations.
- Oversees private contractors hired to assist in completion of Department projects.
- Trains employees (including highway department staff and others providing back-up coverage) in proper equipment operation and maintenance activities.
- Operates and maintains front-end loader, compacting and snow removal equipment as needed. Coordinates with Highway Department for use of their equipment.
- Works with State and Federal agencies to assure Town’s compliance.
- Maintains knowledge, and ensures that employees maintain knowledge, of current regulations and any changes in regulations.
- Stays current of trends in solid waste and recycling through literature, workshops, contacting other towns, recycling companies, solid waste disposal facilities, trucking companies, etc.
- Educates the public on proper disposal and recycling through direction at the Transfer Station, public meeting, newspaper ads, handouts, website information, etc.
- Markets recyclables in the best interest of the town, and ensures that recyclables meet quality marketing standards.
- Oversees and accomplishes the separation of all materials; assess and collect required fees per established schedules.
- Maintains written record of all fees collected and provides fees and documentation to the Town Administrator as required by town financial policies and procedures.
- Monitors and schedules the pick-up of compacted waste and of recycled materials.
- Attends meetings as necessary to fulfill the requirements and obligations of the position. Reports to the Select Board at their regular meetings on at least a quarterly basis.
- Works with the Fire Rescue Department regarding the maintaining and burning of any materials.
- Works with the Highway Department regarding use of their equipment and use of their staff for back-up coverage.
- Provides Town Administrator with data and information needed to apply for available grants and to fulfill the reporting requirements of grant awards.
- Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred:
- Knowledge: Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in the management of solid waste and recyclables, and the operation of transfer stations; local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations applicable to the operation of the transfer station; hazards and safety precautions common to transfer station machinery and equipment.
- Ability: To establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, employees, elected officials, officials of other governmental jurisdictions, consultants, contractors and the public; to express ideas effectively both orally and in writing; to prepare reports and maintain records.
- Skill: Organizational skills in the operation and maintenance of transfer stations equipment, tools and facility; in providing exceptional customer service.
The Attendant performs responsible duties requiring the exercise of judgement and initiative in accomplishing and overseeing the operations.
Job Environment:
- The majority of work is performed outdoors with exposure to extremes of heat and cold temperatures and inclement weather. Incumbent is subject to the hazards associated with working at a Transfer Station and around heavy equipment. Work environment is very loud. Has exposure to hazardous materials/fumes from recycling automotive batteries. Weekend duty is required.
- Regularly operates various types of equipment including: hand and power tools; and related equipment; front-loader and other heavy equipment; as well as a telephone and other standard office equipment.
- Interact with the public, Town Administrator, various transfer stations, solid waste district, Casella/NCES, AVRRDD, trucking companies, NH Department of Environmental Services, recycling companies, and other entities/individuals as may be required.
- Errors in judgment may result in time loss and delay, cause damage to buildings and/or equipment, result in serious personal injury and injury to others, and have legal repercussions.
Work Location: In person
Send resume to: townadmin@townofdaltonnh.gov