EMPLOYMENT / PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
Vacancy No.: 26-309-2
Title of Position: Transmission & Distribution Operator-Truck Driver, Water Division
Salary Range: $23.52 - $30.00 per hour/40 hours per week
Date Posted: November 5, 2026
Deadline for Applying: November 20, 2026
Remarks: This is a Classified/Bargaining Unit Position. Examination Weight: 60% Written / 40% Oral
Summary: Under the general supervision of the Chief of Water this position is responsible for operating and maintaining vehicles and equipment, and performing laborer tasks necessary to the operations to the Water Division. Duties include:
- Operates light motor equipment such as trucks and snowplows.
- Operates equipment and assists in the installation of curb stops, water lines, hydrants, and other components of the water system.
- Transports personnel and materials.
- Performs laborer or semi-skilled laborer tasks.
- Performs maintenance or light manual tasks when not operating vehicles;
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education & Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and one year of related experience operating vehicles and equipment commonly used in excavation and construction, to include routine vehicle maintenance; or a combination of substantially equivalent education and experience.
NOTE: Must possess a Class B Rhode Island Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Must also possess, or obtain within one year of appointment, a State of Rhode Island Class 1D Distribution License.
The City of Warwick offers a robust menu of employer provided benefits to include individual and family health and dental insurance; paid time off to include holidays, vacation, personal time and sick leave; pension, life insurance, and optional, supplemental retirement plans.
https://www.warwickri.gov/personnel-department/webforms/submit-application-or-resume
THE CITY OF WARWICK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and one year of related experience operating vehicles and equipment commonly used in excavation and construction, to include routine vehicle maintenance; or a combination of substantially equivalent education and experience. Special Requirements Must possess a Class B Rhode Island Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Must also possess, or obtain within one year of appointment, a State of Rhode Island Class 1D Distribution License.