Seasonal Long Term Laborer II Winter 26-27- Flood Control

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts in Boston is seeking a Seasonal Long Term Laborer II for the Flood Control program. The assignment runs 11/29/2026 through 03/20/2027 (15 weeks), from 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday.

The position reports to the Fens Gate House in Boston and may revert to a short-term role if under 90 days. Primary duties include maintenance around water, operating and maintaining pump stations, debris removal, vegetation control, and winter weather tasks.

Qualifications

• Six months of full-time, or equivalent part-time, manual labor experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance of machinery and equipment under supervision.
• Work around water to remove, install, and maintain stop logs at dams and water control structures.
• Clear debris from dam spillways and trash racks; cut, remove, and dispose of vegetation with hand tools.
• Remove and dispose of debris and sediment from pump station sumps as required.
• Clean vehicles inside and out; clean buildings and facilities using cleaning tools.
• Shovel snow, spread salt and sand, chip ice, and operate snow blower during winter.

Skills

Manual labor

Job description

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Job Description - Seasonal Long Term Laborer II Winter 26-27- Flood Control (260007JU)

Job Description

Seasonal Long Term Laborer II Winter 26-27- Flood Control - ( 260007JU )

Description

Position Information:

Seasonal Laborer II—Flood Control (Boston): 11/29/2026-03/20/2027 (15 weeks) @ 40 hrs: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm. 1 position(s).

This position reports to the Fens Gate House at 0 Charlesgate East, Boston

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.

Position Summary:

DCR Flood Control is responsible for maintaining the elevation of the Charles and Mystic River Basins, comprising nearly 1,000 acres of water sheet, thereby protecting real estate valued at approximately $60-billion as well as countless lives; operation of 14 pump stations preventing flooding of Storrow Drive, Soldiers Field Road, and Memorial Drive in the communities of Boston and Cambridge; operation of two coastal flood protection pump stations in Revere, MA; and operation of numerous dams along the Charles River, Mother Brook, Mystic River, and Neponset River.

Duties:

Assist in the maintenance of machinery and equipment including greasing, changing drive belts, removing pump inspection covers and other components as directed and under the supervision of experienced staff.

Work over, around, and in water performing activities including removing, installing, and maintaining stop logs at dams and other water control structures; clearing debris from dam spillways, trash racks, and other areas; cut, remove, and dispose of vegetation using hand tools such as saws, clippers, string trimmers, and similar.

Remove and dispose of debris and sediment from pump station sumps using buckets, shovels, and other tools as required.

Clean vehicles including interior and exterior.

Clean building facilities including bathrooms, windows, floors and other areas using brooms, mops, vacuums, dusters, and other cleaning implements.

Shovel snow, spread salt and sand, chip ice, and operate snow blower during inclement weather and at other times.

Assist with moving heavy objects and equipment such as lumber, stoplogs, motors, logs, trash, etc.

Safely operate, and maintain, DCR vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates should be comfortable working around water, climbing ladders, working at height, working in tight and restricted locations, and spending extended time outside, including during inclement weather.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ability to prioritize, manage, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously.

Possession of a current and valid Mass Driver's license

About the Division of Design and Engineering:

Continuing over a century of visionary land stewardship, DCR’s Division of Design & Engineering (D&E) collaborates with colleagues within DCR, other agencies, and communities across the state to plan, design, build, and maintain a diversity of outdoor recreational experiences and unique landscapes throughout the Commonwealth. In addition, our staff is responsible for maintaining public infrastructure including dams, seawalls, parkways and park roads, sidewalks and trails, and stormwater systems. This requires employing a diverse range of talent including architects, engineers, landscape architects, planners, tradespeople as well as business, finance and administrative support who work together to support D&E’s mission. Our staff is unified by a passion for providing access to high quality public open space and outdoor recreation for all ages and abilities, and strive to improve visitor experience, enhance universal accessibility, and help modernize DCR’s facilities and resources to be more carbon neutral, energy independent, and resilient to climate change.

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.

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.

An Equal Opportunity / Aff… 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.

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Boston-10 Park Plaza

Job

Equipment, Facilities & Services

Agency

Department of Conservation & Recreation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Oct 29, 2026, 10:19:49 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

45,178.64 - 58,341.14 Yearly

If you have Diversity, … contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Moneesha Dasgupta, [e-mail] - 6176450358

Bargaining Unit : 02-AFSCME - Service/Institutional

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No