Seasonal Laborer II (Beartown) Summer 2025

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Seasonal Laborer II, where you will engage in diverse manual tasks to support skilled trades in maintaining and enhancing public spaces. This role offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors, contributing to the upkeep of beautiful parks and facilities. If you have a passion for hands-on work and a commitment to community service, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to make a tangible impact while enjoying the natural beauty of Massachusetts. Apply today and be part of a dedicated team that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• At least six months of experience in manual labor for construction or maintenance.
• Ability to operate hand-held power tools and vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor tasks to assist skilled tradesmen.
• Install drainage and sewer pipelines, and maintain public grounds.
• Operate vehicles and hand-held power tools for various tasks.

Skills

Manual Labor

Basic Construction Skills

Operating Hand-held Power Tools

Vehicle Operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand-held Power Tools

Motor Vehicles

Job description

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Job Description - Seasonal Laborer II (Beartown) Summer 2025 (250002GQ)

Position Information:

Title: Seasonal Laborer II

Location: Beartown State Forest, Monterey

Start Date: 4/20/25

End Date: 11/1/25

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 Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Seasonal Laborer II to perform the following duties:

• Performs various manual labor tasks, which may require some specialized skill, to assist in the work of skilled tradesmen and craftsmen such as carpenters, plumbers and masons.
• Performs various manual tasks in connection with the installation of drainage, sewer and/or water pipelines of conduits, such as positioning, joining and sealing pipe sections and culverts, erecting and removing shoring and bracing for trenches and excavations.
• Digs trenches and similar excavations, refills excavations, spreads and levels to grade dirt, gravel and other materials using pick and shovel.
• Sets and repairs curbing; patches broken or eroded pavement by braking surface and mixing and applying a variety of paving materials such as mortar, concrete, cements, etc. using small hand tools in order to keep roadways and sidewalks in a safe condition.
• 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 hand-held 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.
• Load and unload trucks, 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.
• Operate hand-held power tools, tapping machines and rodding machines.
• Operate motor vehicles including light vehicles, trucks, etc., in connection with assigned unit activities.
• Perform related duties as required.

Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position.

Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.

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.

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. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Primary Location

Job

: Equipment, Facilities & Services

Agency

: Department of Conservation & Recreation

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day

Job Posting

: Mar 4, 2025, 8:42:55 PM

Number of Openings

: 1