2026 Seasonal Maint Equipment Operator II (Nahant Beach)

Job Description

POSITION INFORMATION:

Position: Seasonal Maintenance Equipment Operator II

Location: Nahant Beach

Start/End Date: 4/26/26 - 10/31/26 (27 weeks)

Work Hours: 40 hours - Shift varies; holidays and weekends required

# of position(s): 1

Salaries are based upon full-time/40 hours worked per week. Work schedules and days off are at the discretion of the Supervisor. This position may require working weekends and/or holidays.

Please Note: Salary range compensation by hours worked is determined by several factors, including experience, seniority, the agency's budget, and the nature of the role (e.g., short-term contract vs. full-time position). For union positions, salary is determined in accordance with the applicable bargaining unit's salary schedule and governing regulations.

For the status changes to short term: 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.

• Operates heavy power-operated equipment such as cranes, backhoes, front-end loaders, bulldozers and catch basin machines used to construct, maintain or repair roadways, parkways, parks or drainage systems.
• Operates heavy dump trucks, snow plows, sanders, sweepers or tractor-drawn mowers, and surf rakes or sickle bars to maintain roadways, parkways and grounds.
• Performs routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as lubricating, fueling, cleaning and checking tire pressure, battery, oil, water and coolant levels, etc.
• Maintains records and prepares reports on such matters as vehicle use, mileage, destinations, accidents, gas and other vehicle expenses, such as fuel, repairs, etc.
• Loads and unloads furniture, equipment and supplies; mixes and applies materials such as sand, salt, gravel, etc.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervise staff.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class 2 Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Possession of a current and valid 2A Massachusetts Hoisting license (This is referred to in the Job Specs as Mass. Class C Equipment Operators License)
• Possession of current and valid CDL license (This is referred to in the Job Specs as a Mass. Class 2 Motor Vehicle Operators License)

• Knowledge of the methods and techniques in the use, care and safe operation of a wide variety of heavy and specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of the preventative maintenance procedures relative to heavy equipment used for roadwork, parkland work and snow clearing work.
• Knowledge of the State Laws, pertaining to the operation of equipment upon the highways.
• Skilled in the operation of equipment assigned.
• Skilled in the operation of a wide variety of heavy equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy and/or specialized equipment.
• Ability to operate snow clearing equipment such as snow plows, sanders and front-end loaders.
• Ability to make minor emergency vehicle repairs.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time in varying climatic conditions.
• Knowledge of the standard procedure in operating mobile radio communication equipment.