Borough of Metuchen Employment Opportunities

Notice of Employment:

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS DRIVER/LABORER – the Borough of Metuchen

 The Borough of Metuchen, Middlesex County is accepting applications for the full-time position of driver/laborer for the Department of Public Works. Duties include but are not limited to: • Buildings and ground maintenance • Grass cutting • Storm sewer maintenance • Road maintenance • Snow plowing • Paving • Driving vehicles that require a Class B CDL.

Requirements: • Applicants should be able to perform manual labor under all weather conditions and be able to understand and carry out verbal instructions. • Applicants must be able to safely operate grass cutting equipment, chainsaws, chippers, snow blowers, leaf machines, and similar equipment as directed. • Applicant must also have a valid NJ Driver's license with a Class B CDL endorsement with air brakes. • Successful applicants must undergo a background check and drug test prior to employment. Employment is expected to begin as soon as possible. Starting salary is $29.27 per hour. Current hours of employment are 6:00am-2:30pm, with some occasional required overtime. Interested applicants must complete an employment application or apply with a resume.

ADDITIONAL HOW TO APPLY INFORMATION: Applicants can complete an employment application by contacting the DPW department or by emailing their resume to the Director of the Department of Public Works at fhall@metuchen.com. Applications or resumes can also be faxed to 732-632-8557 or mailed to the attention of Fred Hall, 44 Jersey Ave., Metuchen, NJ  08840 in an envelope marked ATTN: DPW Director.