TEMPORARY LABORER - HOPE CEMETERY/PARKS

City of Worcester; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for Temporary Laborers to join their Parks Division. This role involves maintaining city parks and cemeteries, performing essential landscaping tasks, and ensuring facilities are in top condition. Ideal candidates will enjoy outdoor work, be able to lift heavy objects, and have basic landscaping skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the beautification of the community while working in a dynamic environment. If you thrive in a hands-on role and are ready to embrace the elements, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• Experience working with hand tools and basic landscaping skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform general landscaping duties and assist with special events.
• Remove trash and rubbish from assigned areas and operate small machinery.

Skills

Landscaping

Manual Labor

Operating Small Machinery

Customer Interaction

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Leaf Blower

Weed Trimmer

Lawn Mower

Hand Tools

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS

CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for Temporary Laborers for the Parks Division within the Department of Public Works and Parks. Under the direction of the Director of Maintenance, the position will maintain Hope Cemetery and City Parks by performing routine manual maintenance operations including, but not limited to; green space maintenance, event operations, facility maintenance and other work as assigned. All work is performed outdoors, in all types of weather conditions and in accordance with the City of Worcester standard Park/ Cemetery maintenance practices and procedures.

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Essential Elements

• Perform general landscaping duties and assist with special events
• Removal of trash and rubbish from assigned areas
• Operate small machinery/equipment, such as, leaf blowers, weed trimmers, and lawn mowers
• Perform manual labor with hand tools
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to interact with patrons and the general public in a proper and professional manner
• Ability to work in accordance with City of Worcester standard Park/Cemetery maintenance practices & procedures
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to accept supervision/guidance
• Ability to work thirty-five (35) hours per week and work holidays and weekends
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Experience working with hand tools
• Basic landscaping and custodial skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified American Red Cross First-Aid & CPR/AED
• Valid Driver's License
  
  

SALARY: $15.50 hourly, seasonal, non-benefitted.

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 2025, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, [e-mail]