Mounted Unit Laborer I 90 Days STS

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Milton, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Park Ranger assigned to the agency's Mounted Unit. The Ranger will conduct mounted patrol, programs, special and ceremonial events, at assigned park(s) to promote compliance with regulations, provide visitor information, provide for the safety of visitors and protection of the natural, cultural and park resources, prepare and conduct education programs, lead walks, participate in special events and any other duties to carry out the mission of the Bureau of Ranger Services.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Manual dexterity, physical stamina and endurance.
• Ability to work in a dusty environment.
• Willingness and ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Willingness and ability to work under exposure to adverse weather conditions.
• Skill in using simple motorized equipment such as blowers, snow blowers, lawnmowers, forklifts, dollies, etc.
• Skill in using small hand tools such as pliers, hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, etc.
• Ability to provide park visitors with general assistance, directions, information on MDC park’s activities and services.
• Ability to provide park visitors with information on the historical, cultural, and feature.
• Ability to promote park programming.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
• Ability to provide and perform emergency assistance, such as CPR and First Aid.
• Commitment to work Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day Weekend on a 40hrs/week schedule.
• Considered essential personnel: working holidays, weekends, emergency days, etc. as horse unit needs required.
• Applicants must have at least: (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in park or resource management, environmental education, water resources or water supply management, or natural/cultural history interpretation or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to stand and walk for prolong periods of time.
• Ability to successfully complete the agency's Mounted Unit – Stable Management/Horse Husbandry Certification Program.
• Ability to work in the environment of a horse stable and paddocks including, but not limited to, being around animals/horses, hay, shavings, horse products, and having the ability to have 5-gallon water containers/buckets, lift up to 50lbs to include bales of hay, shavings and grain bags, and working in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability and Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Must have at least six months of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in performing manual labor in connection with general maintenance of large breed horses.

Responsibilities

• General care responsibilities for horse, including but not limited to: Feeding, Watering, Grooming, Exercising, Mucking, stripping and maintaining stalls as required by prescribed schedule.
• Report and document any injuries or unusual behavior of horses to the MUC.
• Maintains basic health of horses, including but not limited to sheath cleaning.
• Contact vet through authorization of MUC.
• Administers minor medications to treat sick or injured horses as directed by MUC.
• Maintains stable and surrounding premises, including but not limited to fence repairs and landscaping.
• Maintains equipment to operate stable and house facility.
• Maintains horse equipment by cleaning, stripping, oiling and performing minor repair.
• Maintains daily documentation of stable duties.
• Maintains inventory and reports when supplies are low.
• Transports horses to destination when assigned.
• Maintains and cleans vehicles and trailers assigned to ranger mounted unit; e.g. check oil, gas, brakes, lights, etc.
• Ensures that horses are prepared to be transported at required time; e.g. properly groomed, required riding equipment loaded on vehicle, horses loaded on trailer, vehicle and trailer in safe operating condition, etc.
• Perform related duties as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package
• work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed