Maintenance Equipment Operator II - Wachusett

The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) manages one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the nation, protecting and enhancing natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts.

Maintenance Equipment Operator II (MEO II) – Wachusett/Sudbury Region

• 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 chainsaws, brush cutters, cement mixers, compressors, pneumatic hammers, sprayers and chippers.
• Maintains access to roads in a watershed system to support the operation of a drinking water supply.
• Assists in construction projects such as installing septic systems, constructing and maintaining buildings, roads and associated structures.
• Assists in dam or dike maintenance through repairs of drainage structures, embankments and placement of rip rap.
• Might exercise working supervision over 1–5 lower‑grade employees.

• Considerable knowledge of methods and techniques used in the use, care and maintenance of a wide variety of heavy and specialized road and logging equipment.
• Knowledge to operate heavy or specialized road and logging equipment; ability to make emergency repairs to equipment and knowledge of operation and maintenance of heavy or specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of methods, practices and techniques used in the maintenance and operation of a water storage system; knowledge of crafts and labor force operations required in general maintenance and repair work.
• Knowledge of the planning and care of trees and similar forestry work in connection with watershed protection.
• Knowledge of the care and maintenance of roads and walkways.
• Knowledge of excavation practices and the use of equipment and vehicles required in connection with the care and maintenance of a water storage system.
• Knowledge of the safety practices and procedures used in water storage system operations.
• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations concerning trenching, confined space, and underground excavation procedures.
• Considerable skill in the operation of equipment assigned and the operation of a wide variety of heavy equipment.
• Skilled in transporting heavy equipment; skilled in driving equipment with trailers.
• Skilled in using small hand tools such as pliers, hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, shovels, etc.
• Skilled in using handheld power tools such as drills, chainsaws, brush cutters, etc.
• Skilled in using a variety of motorized equipment such as snow blowers, lawnmowers, forklifts, dollies, compressors, chippers, etc.

• Current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
• Massachusetts CDL A or CDL B license.
• 2A Massachusetts Hoisting license.
• Because this is a safety‑sensitive position that requires a CDL, the employee must participate in the DCR Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing Program Policy and be subject to pre‑placement and random DOT drug and alcohol testing.

• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver’s License (CDL).
• Based on the assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class C Equipment Operator’s License issued by the Department of Public Safety.

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When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self‑select out of opportunities if they do not meet 100% of the job requirements.

We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

United States – Massachusetts – Clinton – 506 Wilson Street

Full‑time, Day shift.

57,556.34 – 79,201.20 per year.

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact the Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator:
Melixza Esenyie – 617‑626‑1282.