Laborer/Craftsperson - Grounds, DPW Structures & Grounds

Town of Barnstable; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Barnstable is seeking a Laborer/Craftsperson for the Department of Public Works. Responsibilities include manual work for maintaining grounds, operating trucks, and power equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in public works, and a CDL Class B license or the ability to obtain one. This role involves heavy labor under varying weather conditions, ensuring a reliable workforce for community maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with one year experience in public works activities or equivalent.
• CDL Class B drivers license or ability to obtain.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions, and observe safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manual work in public works construction and maintenance.
• Tasks include mowing, planting, trimming, and maintaining town property.
• Operate trucks and power equipment.

Skills

Manual labor

Ability to operate hand tools

Ability to perform heavy labor

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power equipment

Job description

Laborer/Craftsperson - Grounds, DPW Structures & Grounds

Department: Department of Public Works-Structures and Grounds Division

Routine manual work in public works construction and maintenance activities; all other duties as assigned. Mowing, planting, trimming, raking, liter pickup and maintaining grounds of Town property, fields and playgrounds. Operates trucks and power equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma with one year experience in public works related activities; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. CDL Class B drivers license or ability to obtain during first six months of employment.

Additional Qualifications:

Ability to operate hand tools and power equipment. Ability to understand and carry out oral instruction. Ability to perform heavy manual labor under varying weather conditions. Ability to observe required safety precautions.

Apply: www.townofbarnstable.us under employment

Deadline: Open until Filled. Application review will begin June 17th, 2025.