Laborer II - Quabbin

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Belchertown, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) oversees nearly half a million acres of land, making up one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country. Our work focuses on nurturing the vital connection between people and the environment by protecting, promoting, and enhancing our common wealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well-being of all. DCR infrastructure connects people to and through the beautiful landscapes and accessible recreational facilities we care for – strengthening our communities and driving our economy. Our staff strive to build a healthier, more resilient Massachusetts where all residents and visitors can relax, reflect and feel a sense of belonging in our open spaces and public lands.

Requirements

At least six months of full-time, or equivalent part- time experience in performing manual labor in connection with general construction or maintenance work.

Responsibilities

Perform various manual labor tasks in support of the skilled tradesmen and craftsmen; dig and backfill excavations and level earth to grade; shore excavations, set and repair curbing, patch roadways and sidewalks with paving materials, install and repair signs; clean storm drains and catch basins; perform snow removal and ice control work; maintain grounds by cutting lawns, pruning trees and shrubs; and perform related work as required.
Perform manual tasks requiring specialized skill and the use of hand tools to support general construction and maintenance activities.
Dig trenches and similar excavations, refills excavations, spreads, and levels to grade dirt, gravel, and other materials using a pick and shovel.
Sets and repairs curing’ patches of broken or eroded pavement by breaking surfaces and mixing and applying a variety of paving materials such as mortar, concrete, cement, etc. using small hand tools to keep roadways and sidewalks in safe condition.
Installs, repairs, and maintains signs such regulatory, historic, and information signs by performing such tasks as digging holes and installing supports using a variety of hand or handheld power tools.
Plants, transplants, prunes, trims, and fertilizes trees, shrubs, seeds lawns, and gardens; and performs related tasks such as cutting grass, raking leaves, and watering trees, shrubs, and flowers as required for the upkeep and beautification of public grounds.
Performs various manual tasks in connection with snow removal and ice control work, including shoveling snow using shovels and/or snow blowers, spreading salt and sand, and scraping/breaking ice to provide safe roadways and sidewalks for motorists and pedestrians.
Load and unload trucks, physically or by use of dollies; unpacks and stores supplies and equipment in stockrooms, storerooms, or warehouses, and take periodic inventories of supplies and equipment.
Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and tools by washing, inspecting, tightening, lubricating, and sharpening edges on all cutting tools.
Performs related duties such as installing, repairing, and painting guardrails; setting up wooden horses, cones, etc. at work sites for traffic control purposes; moving furniture and equipment; sweeping collecting, and removing rubbish, and opening clogged catch basins, storm drains, and sewer lines.
Install attachments such as mowers, plow blades, leaf catchers, buckets, and vacuum cleaners to tractors and/or trucks to equip vehicles for grass cutting, roadway cleaning, snow removal, etc.
Operate motor vehicles including light vehicles, trucks, and outboard motorboats in connection with assigned unit activities.