Employment Opportunities

The Town of Amherst is an Equal Opportunity Employer

PUBLIC WORKS

Laborer / Driver

The Town of Amherst, New Hampshire Department of Public Works (DPW) Highway division is accepting applications to fill a Laborer/Truck Driver position. This full-time position is a rewarding career building opportunity. We are looking for a team member who can work in a professional, customer orientated environment. Job responsibilities include a variety of routine semi-skilled duties involving driving, basic routine year-round maintenance, and repair of the town’s roadway systems including snow removal and maintenance of town owned facilities and grounds. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 12 months minimum experience as a construction laborer or maintenance aide, basic computer skills (preferred), or a combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge and skills to perform the job. Preference given to NH CDL Class A license with air brake and tanker endorsements. NH CDL Class B required (must be obtained by the end of 6-month probation). Normal work hours are 6:30 AM till 2:30 PM Monday through Friday. Starting hourly rate of $23.61 hr. adjusted depending on qualifications with full benefit package, including State of NH retirement.  The Town of Amherst is an equal-opportunity employer.

A complete Job Description can be viewed here.

Applications will be accepted until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their resume and cover letter along with a Town of Amherst application to Craig Durrett, [email protected]

Plow Driver - Winter-On-Call

The Town of Amherst, NH, DPW is accepting applications for an “On-Call” DPW Plow Driver. This position will be responsible for being on-call to respond during winter-related weather events to clear and treat the Town sidewalks in the Amherst Village. The position will be tasked with operating a Trackless sidewalk machine, fully equipped with cab/heat, and various implements to include sidewalk plow, snowblower, and sander. This job may require working during nighttime hours and early mornings, to clear and treat sidewalks before school opens. Familiarity with plow equipment is preferred, however we are willing to train the right candidate. The pay range is $24.43 to $28.34 per hour. Starting pay will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position will remain open until it is filled.

A complete Job Description can be viewed here.

Applications will be accepted until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their resume and cover letter along with a Town of Amherst application to Craig Durrett, [email protected]

On-Call Solid Waste Attendant

Amherst NH Department of Public Works is hiring a Transfer Station attendant to fill a vacancy at the Amherst Transfer Station. This position is “On-Call” to cover during times of staffing deficiencies, there is no penalty for refusal of hours and no minimum hours.  We are looking for someone who likes to interact with residents and is willing to educate them about recycling and solid waste. The “Application for Employment Package” is available on our website at Employment Application (amherstnh.gov) Position is open until filled. The starting rate is commensurate with experience, up to $23.92. 

The Town of Amherst is an Equal Opportunity Employer.