Job Description

LINESMAN Department of Public Works

The City of Watertown, Department of Public Works, seeks an individual to perform installation,
maintenance and repair work relating to the City's fire alarm, electrical and communications systems,
including repairs fire alarm street boxes and master boxes; installs, maintains and repairs the electrical
systems of the City. Maintains the bucket truck, emergency vehicle and safety equipment. Re-lamps and
repairs street lights at Municipal parking lots and other sites; City Hall outdoor lighting and scoreboard
lighting; repairs municipal electrical equipment.
Works under the general supervision of the ChiefElectrician; responsible duties require the exercise of technical judgment in performing electrical work.
Required Qualifications; High School or vocational school diploma (or GED) with technical training;
experience working with electrical systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A
Massachusetts Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with airbrakes endorsement and a clean
driving record. Applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Record Release Form, post-offer
physical examination and Department of Transportation CDL screening.
Salary Range Begins At: $2,030.42 bi-weekly, excellent benefits package, which includes paid vacation,
personal and sick time, pension plan, flexible spending, deferred compensation, training as well as other
benefits available to City employees.
To Apply: Candidates should submit a City of Watertown application form is available at
https://watertown-ma.gov/253/City-Employment-Opportunities and current copy of their CDL Class B
License. An application with cover letter and resume is accepted by email: recruiting@watertown-ma.gov,
fax: 1-617-923-8195.

How To Apply

To Apply: Candidates should submit a City of Watertown application form is available at https://watertown-ma.gov/253/City-Employment-Opportunities and current copy of their CDL Class B License. An application with cover letter and resume is accepted by email: recruiting@watertown-ma.gov, fax: 1-617-923-8195.