Seasonal Winter 26/27--Boston-Laborer II -Southwest Corridor Park
About The Position
The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks a Laborer II for Southwest Corridor Park in the Boston Region. The role performs manual labor, sometimes requiring specialized skill, to assist skilled tradespeople and support park, construction, and maintenance work. Duties include work on drainage, sewer, and water pipelines; excavation and trench work; curb and pavement repairs; sign installation and maintenance; landscaping and grounds upkeep; loading and storing supplies; operating hand-held power tools and machinery; and driving motor vehicles. Other related duties may be assigned. The position is seasonal, with a stated start date of November 15, 2026, and end date of March 20, 2027. The work schedule is 40 hours per week, with schedules and days off at the supervisor’s discretion. Weekend and/or holiday work may be required.
Requirements
- At least six months of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience performing manual labor in connection with general construction or maintenance work.
Responsibilities
- Perform manual labor tasks to assist skilled tradespeople, including carpenters, plumbers, and masons.
- Assist with installing drainage, sewer, and water pipelines or conduits, including positioning, joining, and sealing pipe sections and culverts, and erecting or removing trench shoring and bracing.
- Dig and refill trenches and other excavations, and spread and level dirt, gravel, and other materials using a pick and shovel.
- Set and repair curbing, and patch broken or eroded pavement using paving materials and small hand tools.
- Install, repair, and maintain regulatory, historic, and informational signs using hand or handheld power tools.
- Plant, transplant, prune, trim, and fertilize trees, flowers, and shrubs; seed lawns and gardens; spray for insects and plant diseases; and perform related groundskeeping such as cutting grass, raking leaves, and watering plants.
- Load and unload trucks physically or using dollies, unpack and store supplies and equipment, and periodically inventory supplies and equipment.
- Operate handheld power tools, tapping machines, and rodding machines.
- Operate motor vehicles, including light vehicles and trucks, in connection with assigned unit activities.
- Perform related duties as required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive employee benefits and rewards.
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