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Massachusetts Port Authority Heavy Equipment Operator in Bedford, Massachusetts
Heavy Equipment Operator
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Salary
$1,596.00 - $2,128.00 Weekly
Location
Bedford, MA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
FY2025-00113
Department
Aviation
Division
Hanscom Maintenance
Opening Date
03/21/2025
Closing Date
4/4/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
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ABOUT US
The Massachusetts Port Authority is Powering What’s Possible™ for your career. We are a dynamic organization that connects people and businesses to the global community by air, land, and sea. Our employees are essential in moving planes, cargo, and cruise ships safely, efficiently, and sustainably. We are an economic engine, managing real estate assets where people live, work, and play. Together, the properties we own and operate generate $20 billion for the region’s economy. With a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and being good neighbors, we achieve results that positively impact the people and businesses of New England.
Hanscom Field (BED) is the premier general aviation airport in the Greater Boston area, providing safe, reliable services for private and corporate aircraft while strategically supporting Boston Logan International Airport. Committed to safety, reliability, and environmental stewardship, we foster community harmony through initiatives like the Fly Friendly noise abatement program. With a rich history dating back to 1941, Hanscom Field remains a dynamic hub for aviation, driving regional connectivity and prosperity. Integral to Massport's mission, we actively contribute to enhancing regional connectivity, fostering economic growth, and prioritizing safety and sustainability in aviation.
ABOUT YOU
As a Heavy Equipment Operator (Bargaining Unit, Local No. 25), you excel in this role by proficiently operating heavy equipment and machinery, ensuring meticulous landscaping and facility maintenance, and responding promptly to cleaning tasks from offices to restrooms. Your dedication to safety, proactive equipment maintenance, and effective communication with supervisors and customers ensures smooth operations and a well-maintained environment.
What you will do:
Operate a variety of heavy equipment including plows, loaders, and backhoes, ensuring proper maintenance and upkeep as directed.
Maintain cleanliness of streets and airfield, performing landscaping tasks such as grass cutting, weed control, and debris removal.
Perform general maintenance duties including repairs on water lines, sewers, and airport structures, and assist with minor repairs and painting.
Clean common areas and offices, including washing walls, floors, and windows, and responding to cleaning requests promptly.
WHAT YOU OFFER
Proficiency in reading, basic oral, written, and mathematical skills, with manual dexterity and ability to operate required machinery.
5 years of relevant airport-related experience.
Massachusetts CDL "A" and hoisting license.
*Click here for detailed job description (https://www.massport.com/sites/default/files/2025-03/Massport-Job-Description-Heavy-Equipment-Operator-Hanscom-3-19-25.pdf)
WHAT WE OFFER
Collaboration with colleagues at all levels of leadership from all different disciplines, from Aviation to Maritime and beyond. Every day is different at Massport and the breadth of our impact on the Massachusetts region through our facilities provides many opportunities for our employees to grow, learn, and explore the many areas of our business. Our business is all about connecting. We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day. Further, Massport is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and committed to workforce diversity and inclusivity.
What we believe in :Work/life balance
Supporting the people and businesses of New England
A supportive and inclusive culture
Achieving results and having positive impact
Opportunities for growth
Being good neighbors in the communities we serve
Providing safe, healthy, and secure work environment
Protecting the environment
- Click here for information on our comprehensive compensation and benefits packages (https://www.massport.com/media/xg1eylvc/220728_hr_benefits-one-sheet.pdf)
We're a world-class organization of people moving people and goods--connecting Massachusetts and New England to the world safely, securely, and efficiently, with a commitment to sustainability, our neighboring communities, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day.
We provide comprehensive compensation and benefits packages*:
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Vacation time, sick time, personal days
• 12 Holidays per year
• Massport Retirement Plan (Pension)
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457b) with employer match
• SMART Plan retirement plan advisor/financial planning
• Discounted MBTA passes
• Public service loan forgiveness program for federal student loans
• Professional development programs
• Mentorship program
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition programs
• Employee resource groups
• Flexible spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• Community engagement
• Volunteer opportunities
• On-site employee parking
• Bike racks
• Electric car charging stations
• Mother's suite for new/nursing mothers
*Benefits may vary by position and/or location.
For more information, please visit www.massport.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to workforce diversity and inclusivity.
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Do you have a Massachusetts CDL "A" and hoisting license?
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Employer
Massachusetts Port Authority
Address
One Harborside Drive, Suite 200S East Boston, Massachusetts, 02128-2909
Phone
617-568-3900
Website
http://www.massport.com
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