Laborer/Craftsperson - Grounds

Town of Barnstable • Hyannis, MA

5d

About The Position

Routine manual work in public works construction and maintenance activities; all other duties as assigned. Mowing, planting, trimming, raking, liter pickup and maintaining grounds of Town property, fields and playgrounds. Operates trucks and power equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma with one year experience in public works related activities; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CDL Class B drivers license or ability to obtain during first six months of employment.
• Ability to operate hand tools and power equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral instruction.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to observe required safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Mowing
• Planting
• Trimming
• Raking
• Liter pickup
• Maintaining grounds of Town property, fields and playgrounds
• Operates trucks and power equipment

Benefits

• Health Insurance - 70% employer premium contribution
• Paid time off Three weeks vacation, personal and sick time
• 13.5 paid holidays
• $1,250.00 clothing allowance per year
• Annual step & COLA increases
• Emergency differential pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Training and education incentives
• Employment advancement opportunities
• Participation in Barnstable County Retirement System

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED