The Town of Falmouth welcomes applications for a Mechanical Equipment Operator (MEO) II position with the Department of Public Works (DPW) Highway Division. This is a stable, full-time, year-round, benefited position that works 40 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with opportunities for overtime, Town-supported licensing and training, and advancement within the DPW. Double-time is paid for any overtime required between midnight and 7:00 a.m.

This position offers the opportunity to work both at the Waste Management Facility (WMF) and alongside the Highway Division team throughout Town while gaining valuable experience operating specialized public works equipment and supporting essential municipal operations. The MEO-II plays an important role in supporting safe, efficient, and responsive municipal operations both at the WMF and throughout the Town’s roads, drainage infrastructure, and various public facilities.

Under the direction of the Highway Superintendent or their designee, the successful candidate will operate specialized heavy equipment and public works vehicles and perform skilled manual work involving the construction, operation, and maintenance of public works roads, structures, drainage systems, and facilities.

Duties at the WMF include:

• Loading and transporting roll-off containers
• Compacting rubbish and metal recycling containers for removal
• Operating front-end loaders and other heavy equipment
• Assisting with the maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and accessibility of the WMF
• Supporting daily WMF operations and resident services as needed and as assigned

Responsibilities as part of the Highway Division team throughout the Town include:

• Operating specialized and heavy equipment such as trucks, backhoes, front-end loaders, rollers, street sweepers, roadside mowers, basin cleaning equipment, trailers, and tractor tandems
• Assisting with roadway, drainage, and stormwater infrastructure projects
• Laying pipe and repairing or maintaining storm sewer systems
• Constructing, repairing, and patching streets and sidewalks
• Installing and repairing catch basins, guardrails, fencing, and signage
• Operating hand and power tools associated with public works construction and maintenance activities
• Performing laborer duties and assisting Highway Division crews as needed
• Performing related public works duties as assigned

The MEO-II position also supports snow and ice control operations, including plowing, sanding, and de-icing roads, sidewalks, schools, parking areas, and other municipal facilities. This position responds to emergency call-back assignments and assists with emergency repairs and storm response operations as needed.

This is an active, hands-on outdoor position involving moderate to heavy physical work performed in a variety of weather and environmental conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, coastal conditions, construction sites, confined spaces, and other potentially hazardous public works environments.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in public works construction and maintenance activities involving the operation of heavy and specialized equipment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience that demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment CORI background check, physical, and drug screening test.

The successful candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, hardworking, and able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Candidates must be able to operate equipment safely and effectively, lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, safely perform physically demanding work throughout the workday, and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers and the public.

Required Licenses:
• Massachusetts Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements;
• Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer License with Restrictions 2-A and 4-E; and
• OSHA-10 Certification (or ability to obtain within 180 days of hire)

The Town is willing to train the right candidate to obtain the required CDL-A and hoisting licenses through the Town’s in-house training program, with training costs covered by the Town.

Anticipated Starting Hourly Rate: Step 1 ($28.36/hour) - Step 3 ($30.67/hour)*, commensurate with qualifications and experience, with eligibility for annual advancement along the 9-step pay scale. Overtime opportunities available, including double-time pay for overtime worked between midnight and 7:00 a.m. *Rates effective the first full paycheck in July 2026 (FY27).

Comprehensive benefits package, including 13 paid holidays per year; vacation, sick, and personal paid time off; Town contribution of up to 75% of the cost of health insurance; cost-effective dental, vision, life insurance, and disability policy plans; enrollment in the Town's defined benefit pension plan; voluntary pre-tax and Roth 457(b) plans; and opportunities for professional development.

Preference Date to Apply: Monday, June 15, 2026 by 4:30 p.m. The position will remain open until filled; however, candidates who apply by this date and time will be given preference over later applications.

About the Town of Falmouth as an Employer: The Town of Falmouth is a people-centered municipality committed to public service excellence. We strive to foster an inclusive and supportive work culture grounded in professionalism, collaboration, and accountability, and we invest in our employees through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. The Town offers competitive compensation, and benefit-eligible positions offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance and other valuable benefits, and include participation in the Town's pension plan. All applicants must be able to interact and work effectively and respectfully with individuals and groups of various abilities, cultures, backgrounds, ages, and identities.