Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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.. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways.. Installs, repairs and maintains signs such as regulatory, historic and information signs by performing such tasks as digging holes and installing supports using a variety of hand or handheld power tools.. Plants, transplants, prunes, trims and fertilizes trees, flowers and shrubs; seeds lawns and gardens; sprays for insects and plant diseases; and performs related tasks such as cutting grass, raking leaves and watering trees, shrubs and flowers as required for the upkeep and beautification of public grounds.. equip vehicles for grass cutting, roadway cleaning, snow removal, etc.

seasonal laborer

Job Description - Seasonal Laborer II- Cochituate State Park (240004O7) Job Description Seasonal Laborer II- Cochituate State Park - (240004O7) Description POSITION INFORMATION: Seasonal Laborer II Cochituate State Park Start Date: 05/05/24 End Date: 10/26/24 (24 weeks @ 40hrs.) About The Department Of Conservation And Recreation 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. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. Duties <ul><li>Cleans and maintains public areas of assigned location such as restrooms, campgrounds, parking lots, trails, beaches etc.</li><li>Performs various manual labor tasks which may require some specialized skill.</li><li>Installs, repairs and maintains signs such as regulatory, historic and information signs by performing such tasks as digging holes and installing supports using a variety of hand or handheld power tools.</li><li>Plants, transplants, prunes, trims and fertilizes trees, flowers and shrubs; seeds lawns and gardens; sprays for insects and plant diseases; and performs related tasks such as cutting grass, raking leaves and watering trees, shrubs and flowers as required for the upkeep and beautification of public grounds.</li><li>Load and unload trucks (firewood, park supplies, equipment, etc..), physically or by use of dollies; unpacks and stores supplies and equipment in stockrooms, storerooms or warehouses; and takes periodic inventories of supplies and equipment.</li><li>Performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and tools by washing, inspecting, tightening, lubricating and sharpening edges on all cutting tools.</li><li>Perform related duties such as repairing and painting guard rails; setting up wooden horses, cones etc. for traffic control purposes; moving equipment, sweeping, collecting and removing trash.</li><li>Operate handheld power tools.</li><li>Install attachments such as mowers, plow blades, leaf catcher buckets and vacuum cleaners to tractors and/or trucks in order to </li></ul>equip vehicles for grass cutting, roadway cleaning, snow removal, etc. <ul><li>Operate motor vehicles including light vehicles, trucks, etc., in connection with assigned unit activities.</li><li>Operate camp registration offices, issue admission tickets, receive receipts and maintain simple records</li><li>Perform related duties as required. </li></ul>Qualifications First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least six months of full-time, or equivalent part- time experience in performing manual labor in connection with general construction or maintenance work. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Official Title: Laborer II Primary Location : United States-Massachusetts-Wayland-Route 30 Job : Equipment, Facilities & Services Agency : Department of Conservation & Recreation Schedule : Full-time Shift : Multiple Job Posting : Apr 23, 2024, 12:55:44 PM Number of Openings : 1 Salary : 1,589.73 Biweekly If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Moneesha Dasgupta - 6176450358 Bargaining Unit: 02-AFSCME - Service/Institutional Confidential: No Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: No Guides Apply for a Job Apply for a Job for JAWS Users Create a Profile Create a Profile for JAWS Users System Requirements

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