EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Heavy Equipment Operator

Town of Hopkinton, NH

Join Our Team!

The Town of Hopkinton is seeking a dependable and skilled professional to join our Highway Department as a Heavy Equipment Operator. In this role, you will perform a variety of tasks involving manual labor, truck driving, and equipment operation that are essential to maintaining and improving the Town’s roads and infrastructure.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe and reliable roadways year-round, including during winter weather events and emergencies.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for at least one to two years. 
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid CDL-B driver’s license in the State of New Hampshire
• Ability to safely operate equipment such as dump trucks, loaders, graders, and backhoes.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Full-time position with excellent benefits, including health, dental, and retirement
• Competitive hourly wage (Grade 10: $23.27–$32.58, depending on experience)
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• A meaningful role serving the Hopkinton community
• View the full Job Description and Employment Application

Additional Requirements

• Must be available for 24-hour on-call response, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to deal with weather events and emergencies.
• Subject to background check and DOT random drug testing.

How to Apply

Please submit a completed Town application to: Dan Blanchette, Director of Public Works

• Email: dpwdirector@hopkinton-nh.gov
• Mail: Town of Hopkinton, 330 Main Street, Hopkinton, NH 03229

Application Deadline:

Open until filled.

The Town of Hopkinton is an equal opportunity employer — we welcome candidates from all backgrounds.