Front End Loader Operator Jobs in Worcester, MA (NOW HIRING)

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. DCR is a dynamic agency and is one of the largest park systems in the nation. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, golf courses, trails and parkways.

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 Department of Conservation and Recreation's (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. Our 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, Division of Water Supply Protection, seeks applicants for a Maintenance Equipment Operator II (MEO II) - Wachusett/Sudbury Region to perform the following duties:

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. 

• May exercise working supervision over 1-5 lower grade employees. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Considerable knowledge of the 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 have or specialized road and logging equipment; knowledge to make emergency repairs to equipment  knowledge of operation and maintenance of heavy or specialized equipment;

• Knowledge of methods, practices and techniques used in the maintaining and operation of a water storage system; knowledge of crafts and labor force operations required in general maintenance and repair work;

• Knowledge of 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; knowledge of the use of equipment and vehicles as required in connection with the care and maintenance of a water storage system; 

• Knowledge of the safety practices and procedures used in the 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 the transporting of heavy equipment; skilled in the driving of equipment with trailers;

• Skilled in using small hand tools such as pliers, hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, shovels, etc.;

• Skilled in the using of hand held power tools such as drills, chain saws, brush cutters, etc.; 

• Skilled in using a variety of motorized equipment such as snow blowers, lawnmowers, forklifts, dollies, compressors, chippers, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE:

Current and valid: 

• Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License;

• Massachusetts CDL A or CDL B license

• 2A Massachusetts Hoisting license 

This is a safety sensitive position. Safety Sensitive Positions that require CDL license will also 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MA 4G Hoisting License