Mobile Event Trailer Driver & Operator - Bear Force One

Job Title: Mobile Event Trailer Driver & Operator, Bear Force One

Department: Development/Revenue

Location: Marlborough, MA

Reports To: AVP, Development – Fundraising & Partner Engagement*

Special Olympics Massachusetts’ mission is to provide year-round sports training and competition in a variety of Olympic type sports for all children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, prepare for entry into school and community programs, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendships with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. Special Olympics Massachusetts is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, culture, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, neurodiversity, age, parental status, socio-economic background, military service, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law.

Job Summary:

Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA) is embarking on a new strategic plan that focuses on revenue and programmatic growth across the state through 2030. A primary area of focus and strategy for this plan is revenue growth through signature and community fundraising, with a particular focus on Mobile Polar Plunge. The Mobile Event Trailer Driver & Operator, Bear Force One will be a seasonally contract position, providing support for all Mobile Polar Plunge events from October 2026 to May 2027. This is not a traditional driving position. The Mobile Event Trailer Driver & Operator, Bear Force One is responsible for safely towing a large mobile plunge trailer throughout Massachusetts, as well as setting up, operating, maintaining and breaking down the unit at community fundraising events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely tow SOMA’s mobile plunge unit, Bear Force One (BF1), to and from Mobile Polar Plunge and other Special Olympics Massachusetts events across the state. BF1 weighs approximately 11,000lbs empty and 36,000lbs when filled with water, and is towed with a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD.
• Lead the set-up, break-down, and operation of BF1 at event locations, including parking and leveling the unit, filling and emptying the pool, and ensuring the safety of participants and volunteers while operating the unit and during event set-up and break-down.
• Manage the operational quality of the unit and all related equipment, conducting pre- and post-transport inspections, and organizing the unit’s maintenance schedule and requirements.
• Support any scheduling and logistics related to the event, including participating in site visits as needed, and ensuring proper resource allocation and overall efficiency.
• Be ready, willing and able to take on other duties as assigned.

Position & Environment Requirements:

• Position is contracted for from October 2026 to May 2027 but hours, needs, and responsibilities will vary week to week depending on the mobile plunge events schedule. The number of mobile plunge events to cover in a given week may vary as the schedule will fluctuate with more events some weeks than others.
• Must be able to work long hours, including nights and weekends
• Must be able to work in all environments, including outdoors in cold or warm temperatures which may require appropriate clothing or other protection to maintain health and safety. Some work may require accommodation for cold, snow and ice.
• Must be able to safely and competently transport BF1 to and from events, load and unload event equipment of varying sizes and weights, and independently set-up and operate BF1.
• Must commit to at least 85%-90% of Mobile Plunge events, including transporting and operating BF1. Typically, the busiest part of the season is February-April with an average of 5 Mobile Plunge events per week.
• *Position will be managed by staff but must be able to work collaboratively with, and take direction from, a small group of volunteer leaders invested in the Mobile Polar Plunge.

Skills Needed:

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage a wide array of tasks, projects and responsibilities
• Demonstrated capability to conduct oneself in a calm and professional demeanor when dealing with people and/or difficult situations
• Ability to work well with a diverse group of staff, volunteers, and other constituents

Background Requirements:

• Clean driving record required
• CDL preferred

Position is paid at a $20-25/hourly rate, dependent on skill and experience.