Laborer 2, Parks & Forestry

Company: Town of Needham   Location: Needham, MA  

The Town of Needham is seeking qualified individuals to fill the full-time position of Laborer 2 within the Parks & Forestry Division of the Department of Public Works. This entry-level position is ideal for those looking to grow their career through on-the-job training opportunities while being provided great benefits such as employer-paid training opportunities, professional development and certification opportunities, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options, and more. For a full list of benefit offerings, please view the "Benefits" tab at the top of the posting.

Work Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 6:30am – 3:30pm; Friday, 6:30am – 12:30pm (40 hours/week)
 
More About the Division

The Parks and Forestry Division provides for the care and maintenance of public shade trees, including tree pruning, removal of public trees that are deemed to be hazardous or diseased, and roadside brush control. The division conducts the annual tree planting, maintains parks and athletic fields, provides support for athletic and recreational programs, and maintains the grounds at Ridge Hill Reservation.

CON #26005

 

Duties and Responsibilities

These duties are a general summary and not all inclusive:

• Perform routine laboring duties of a skilled nature, alone or as part of a crew, such as digging, raking, weeding, lifting, mowing and grass trimming, carrying, shoveling, and tree planting.
• Cut and remove severed tree limbs, dead branches, leaves, and brush.
• Assist in seasonal responsibilities including assembling and dismantling spectator stands and related equipment and pool, field, and ice-skating rink maintenance.
• Operate and utilize various types of vehicles, power equipment, and hand tools.
• Operate a small dump truck.
• Maintain work area and equipment in safe and operable condition, adhering to all applicable safety and health rules and regulations; maintain general cleanliness and appearance of workspace or facility.
• Mandatory participation in the Snow & Ice Program; may include road treatment, plowing, snow hauling, etc.; provides backup support and assistance for other DPW projects as needed.

 

Requirements

The following requirements may be substituted by any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job:

• General knowledge equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Valid MA Driver’s License.
• Must have a Class B CDL permit upon hire with the ability to obtain a Class B CDL license within six months of hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and the general public.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions for frequent and extended periods, requiring the ability to lift, carry, and position heavy objects.

Preferred but not Required Qualifications: 

• Class 2A, 1C, or 4E Hoisting Engineer’s License
• Class A or B CDL license

 

Pre-Hire Process:

For positions requiring a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), including a CDL permit, the Town of Needham conducts pre-employment physicals and drug testing and post-employment random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with U.S. DOT Regulations.

Instructions to Apply:

Please apply via our applicant portal at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/needhamma/jobs/5073436/laborer-2-parks-and-forestry?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs.

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