Seasonal Maintenance Equipment Operator I (North Point Maintenance Facility) Winter 25/26

POSITION INFORMATION:
 

MEO I

Start Date: 11/16/2025

End Date:  03/21/2026

North Point Maintenance Facility:

SHIFT VARIES/WEEKENDS REQUIRED, 2 position(s)-

 Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.

 Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

 Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

About the Department of Conservation and Recreation:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, golf courses, skating rinks, trails and parkways.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Maintenance Equipment Operator I.

Safety Sensitive Positions such as the Maintenance Equipment Operator I require that the employee participate in the DCR Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing Program Policy and be subject to a Pre-placement and Random DOT Drug and Alcohol testing.

Incumbents of this position will operate heavy power-operated equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders and bulldozers used in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of roadways, highways, parks, etc.; will operate heavy dump trucks, snow plows, sanders, tractor-drawn mowers and other equipment for highway and grounds maintenance; will operate light vehicles such as passenger cars and panel trucks for transporting personnel and materials; will perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment; will maintain records and prepare reports and perform related work as required.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Operates heavy power-operated equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders, bulldozers and catch basin machines used to construct, maintain or repair roadways, parks or drainage systems.

Operates heavy dump trucks, snow plows, sanders, sweepers or tractor drawn mowers to maintain roadways and grounds.

Performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as lubricating, fueling, cleaning and checking tire pressure, battery, oil, water and coolant levels.

Maintain records and prepare reports on such matters as vehicle