Portland Sawmill

State of Connecticut • Portland, CT

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About The Position

The Seasonal Maintainer is a limited-duration employee in the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. The role performs seasonal tasks related to the maintenance and operation of DEEP-managed lands and facilities. The position lasts six to nine months, depending on hours worked per week, and follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (40 hours). Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record.

Duties may include mowing, trimming, cleaning buildings, janitorial work, routine preventative equipment maintenance, and painting. Depending on training and experience, work may also involve construction equipment, assisting with sawmill operations, brush cutters, wood chippers, landscape equipment, medium-duty vehicles, carpentry, sign making, plumbing, mechanical repairs, grounds maintenance, and material deliveries. Employees may be asked to work in adverse weather and perform heavy lifting.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.

Nice To Haves

• Good attitude, good work ethic, and willingness to learn.
• Depending on assignment, possession of a valid pesticide-application license, college training in a specific field, or Emergency Medical Technician certification may be required.
• For small recreational unit supervisors, a Basic First Aid Certificate is required.
• For lifeguard assignments, an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification is required; EMT or MRT certification may substitute for the CPR and First Aid requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and help operate DEEP-managed lands and facilities.
• Perform mowing, trimming, building cleaning, janitorial work, routine preventative equipment maintenance, and painting.
• Depending on training and experience, use construction and landscape equipment, assist with sawmill operations, and operate brush cutters and wood chippers.
• Depending on assignment and qualifications, drive medium-duty vehicles and perform carpentry, sign making, plumbing, mechanical repairs, and grounds maintenance.
• Complete material deliveries and perform other related duties.
• Work in adverse weather conditions and perform heavy lifting when required.

What This Job Offers

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