Light Equipment Operator/Attendant

Massport; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/life balance

Inclusive culture

Growth opportunities

Safe work environment

Community impact

Environmental commitment

Job summary

Massport is hiring a Light Equipment Operator to support safe, efficient parking operations at BOS. You will operate and maintain equipment across facilities, ensuring access and compliance in all conditions. The role requires hands-on mechanical aptitude, safety awareness, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Massport offers growth opportunities, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to environmental stewardship and community service in New England.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years airport related experience.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Massachusetts Hoisting License class 2A required.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains equipment to keep parking facilities safe and running efficiently.
• Monitors garages and parking areas with attention to safety, security, and compliance.
• Delivers responsive, customer-focused support and clear communication in high-traffic settings.
• Supports facility upkeep and responds to emergencies to maintain operations.

Skills

Airport related experience

Driver's license

Hoisting license class 2A

Job description

The Massachusetts Port Authority is Going Above and Beyond™ 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.

Massport’s Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) serves as a vibrant gateway to New England and beyond, seamlessly connecting global travelers and ensuring the satisfaction of millions. Driven by a steadfast commitment to safety and security, environmental stewardship, convenience, and exceptional customer service, we take pride in fostering meaningful connections between people, cultures, and opportunities. Through innovative collaboration, embracing sustainability, and serving as an economic catalyst for our communities, we cultivate a thriving and welcoming hub that fuels the growth and prosperity of our region.

ABOUT YOU

As a Light Equipment Operator (Bargaining Unit, Local 25), you bring a strong work ethic and mechanical aptitude, with the ability to operate confidently in fast-paced, physically demanding, and safety-sensitive environments. You are attentive, reliable, and customer-focused, with strong situational awareness and the ability to remain calm, responsive, and solution-oriented while supporting operations, security, and service needs.

What you will do:

• Operates and maintains a wide range of equipment to keep parking facilities safe, accessible, and running efficiently across all conditions.
• Monitors garages and parking areas with strong attention to detail, ensuring safety, security, and compliance while identifying and addressing issues promptly.
• Delivers responsive, customer-focused support, providing timely assistance and clear communication in high-traffic environments.
• Supports facility upkeep and responds effectively to urgent and emergency situations to maintain continuity of operations.

What you offer:

• 3 - 5 years airport related experience.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Massachusetts Hoisting License class 2A required.

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.

• Work/life balance
• A supportive and inclusive culture
• Opportunities for growth
• Providing safe, healthy, and secure work environment
• Supporting the people and businesses of New England
• Achieving results and having positive impact
• Being good neighbors in the communities we serve
• Protecting the environment