Maintenance Craftsperson, Forestry Division

Town of Westborough; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

2 weeks vacation at start

Sick days

Various stipends

Job summary

The Town of Westborough seeks a full-time Maintenance Craftsperson I in the Forestry/Tree Division to support tree removal, planting, and maintenance for town streets and properties. The role requires readiness for on-call duties during storms and emergencies.

Applicants may advance to the higher wage range by holding MA CDL Class B and Massachusetts Hoisting License for Backhoe/Front End Loader. The anticipated hiring range is $24.28–$33.81 per hour.

Qualifications

• Essential functions include removal and planting of town trees.
• Responsibilities include tree trimming, cutting and chipping, and planting.
• On-call duties during inclement weather events and emergencies including snow and tree removal.

Responsibilities

• Remove and plant town trees.
• Trim and cut trees as required.
• Chip branches and plant new trees.
• Be available for on-call duty during severe weather and emergencies.

Skills

Tree trimming

Tree cutting

Chipping

Planting

On-call readiness

Job description

MAINTENANCE CRAFTSPERSON I
Forestry Division Department of Public Works

The Town of Westborough Department of Public Works seeks applications from energetic, team-oriented individuals for the full-time position of Maintenance Craftsperson I (Forestry/Tree Division). Position is primarily focused on removal and planting of town trees. Essential functions of the position include tree trimming, tree cutting, chipping, and planting. The position requires availability for on-call duties during inclement weather events and other emergencies including snow and tree removal.

To be considered for higher end wage range, applicants must possess a Massachusetts CDL Class B and Massachusetts Hoisting License for Backhoe/Front End Loader.

The anticipated hiring range is $24.28 – $33.81. Benefits include 13 paid holidays, 2 weeks of vacation at start, sick days, and various stipends.

A full job description may be obtained at the Town of Westborough Human Resources website. Submit a resume to Kristin Merrill, HR Coordinator, 34 West Main Street, Westborough, MA 01581 or email via [e-mail]. Applications are reviewed as received.

The Town of Westborough is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. The Town of Westborough seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community and all are encouraged to apply.