On-Water Mechanical Operator – Aquatic Restoration

SOLitude Lake Management; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day 1

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Vacation and sick days

Holiday pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

SOLitude Lake Management in Shrewsbury, MA seeks a Mechanical Specialist I to support mechanical application operations and equipment maintenance across diverse projects. You will learn and conduct mechanical control applications, identify aquatic plant species, and assist in mobilization of gear while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This role involves travel to project sites and hands-on field work. We offer a competitive hourly rate and benefits starting day 1, with opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of experience in the mechanical application field.
• Comfortable with on-water equipment applications.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Self-motivated - Able to work independently or with a group.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Positive attitude.
• Trustworthy and reliable.
• Proficient at communicating.
• Open-minded to new ideas.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Complete licensing/certification programs as necessary (OSHA 10, Hoisting, etc.).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Learn and conduct mechanical control applications.
• Observe and Identify aquatic plant species.
• Aid in the mobilization/demobilization of equipment.
• Assist in the staging of environmental control measures per project/permit requirements.
• Operate SOLitude and rental machinery effectively – watercraft, aquatic weed harvester, hydro-rake, loader, etc.
• Log all appropriate project-specific information in Mechanical log book – dates, management areas, material collected, # of loads, etc.
• Provide Project Coordinator with timely project progression updates.
• Aid in the training of new employees on operating/maintaining mechanical equipment in the field.
• Support the Mechanical Division with maintaining/repairing equipment in a group setting.
• Log all maintenance and repair work performed on mechanical machinery in the affiliated log book.
• Submit all company authorized purchase receipts and work hours in an accurate, organized and timely fashion.
• Travel and lodge at various locations, project-specific

Skills

Self-motivated

Organized and detail-oriented

Positive attitude

Trustworthy and reliable

Proficient at communicating

Ability to travel

OSHA 10

Hoisting certification

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SOLitude Lake Management in Shrewsbury, MA seeks a Mechanical Specialist I to support mechanical application operations and equipment maintenance across diverse projects. You will learn and conduct mechanical control applications, identify aquatic plant species, and assist in mobilization of gear while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This role involves travel to project sites and hands-on field work. We offer a competitive hourly rate and benefits starting day 1, with opportunities for growth