The town of Goshen is seeking a full-time Highway Superintendent. Position is responsible for the overall planning and direction of Highway Department operations, including managing personnel, road maintenance and repair, snow and ice removal, vehicle and equipment upkeep, roadside management and related infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day operations of the Highway department.
- Supervise staff, assign work schedules, and ensure quality standards.
- Oversee road construction, maintenance and repair, contracts, materials bidding, and departmental projects.
- Prepare and administer departmental budgets, payroll, purchasing, and reporting.
- Coordinate with MassDOT, coordinate relevant grant opportunities and implement grant funded projects.
- Coordinate with other town departments as needed.
- Respond to public inquiries and represent the department to residents and officials.
- Operate department equipment as needed.
Qualifications:
- Associate degree or equivalent; three to five years of relevant experience with supervisory background strongly preferred.
- Civil engineering knowledge or equivalent trade experience desirable.
- Required licenses: Class B CDL with air brake endorsements and minimum 2B Hoisting License. Additional licenses (1C, 4E, 3A, CSL) preferred.
- Strong knowledge of highway operations, construction practices and snow/ice control.
- Excellent organizational, planning, communication and leadership skills.
Hands-on role involving both office and field work in all weather conditions. Requires on-call, year-round availability. Starting salary range $70,000-$85,000.