Groundskeeper I- Seasonal Ponkapoag Golf Course

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Canton, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents. The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission. The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Seasonal Groundskeeper I. The basic purpose of this work is to provide for the care and maintenance of grounds and facilities including buildings, open space areas, lawns, trees, shrubs, flower beds, walks, roadways and parking lots.

Requirements

None
Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid appropriate hoisting license, issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety, may be required.
Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid pesticide applicator's certificate issued by the Pesticide Bureau, Department of Food and Agriculture, may be required.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License preferred.
Ability to understand and apply the rules, regulations, procedures, specifications and standards governing assigned unit activities.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
Ability to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.

Responsibilities

Trims, prunes, cuts and/or plants flowers, bushes, etc, as part of groundskeeping activities.
Seeds, waters, weeds and/or fertilizes lawns, flower beds, shrubs, etc.
Sprays lawns, flower beds, shrubs, etc. with fertilizers or pesticides.
Assists in designing floral beds and planning plan placement for grounds beautification.
Cuts lawns using hand mower or power mower.
Maker minor repairs of sidewalks, roadways and parking lots and clears them of snow.
Performs related duties such as emptying rubbish barrels; picking up trash; cleaning ditches, drains and catch basins on grounds or roadways; shoveling snow and raking leaves.
Prune, cut and remove tree limbs and branches.
Clean and maintain recreational facility restroom facilities
Excavate grounds using backhoe and front and back loaders.
Vacuum, sweep, and clean the interior of recreational facilities.
Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

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.
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