Maintenance Equipment Operator II - Wachusett

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.

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) oversees nearly half a million acres of land, making up one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country. Our work focuses on nurturing the vital connection between people and the environment by protecting, promoting, and enhancing our common wealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well-being of all. DCR infrastructure connects people to and through the beautiful landscapes and accessible recreational facilities we care for – strengthening our communities and driving our economy. Our staff strive to build a healthier, more resilient Massachusetts where all residents and visitors can relax, reflect and feel a sense of belonging in our open spaces and public lands. To learn more about DCR, our facilities, and our programs, please visit www.mass.gov/dcr or contact us at mass.parks@mass.gov.

Job Opening:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for Maintenance Equipment Operator II - Wachusett to perform the following duties:

Reporting Location: West Boylston Crew Headquarters, 77 Lancaster Street, West Boylston, MA

Please submit a cover letter and resume as part of the application process.

General Statement of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Equipment Operator II operates heavy or specialized equipment used in excavating, grading, and other activities to construct, maintain, and/or repair roadsides, parks, and other projects.

Detailed Statement of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains roads, parking lots, fields and forest through the operation and transportation of heavy or specialized equipment.

• Operates equipment such as road graders, heavy and light trucks, front-end loaders, forklifts, backhoes, excavators, and farm tractors.

• Assists in land maintenance using chain saws, brush cutters, cement mixers, compressors, pneumatic hammers, sprayers and chippers

• Maintain access to the roads in a watershed system to maintain the watershed for the operation of a drinking water supply.

• Assist in construction projects such as installing septic system, constructing and maintaining building, roads and associated structures.

• Assist in dam or dike maintenance through repairs of drainage structures, embankments and placing rip rap.