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The Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Seasonal Planting Laborer Short Term - Greening the Gateway Cities (Leominster)

Shirley, MA

Job Description

Seasonal Planting Laborer I (Greening the Gateway Cities Program)

Laborer I < 90 Days STS

About the Department of Conservation and Recreation:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, golf courses, skating rinks, trails and parkways.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Seasonal Planting Laborer I.

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The Seasonal Planting Laborer l will work outdoors in all types of weather and will perform various labor tasks in support of the Greening the Gateway Cities Tree Planting Program effort to plant trees in Massachusetts's gateway cities to increase tree canopy cover for the purpose of reducing heating and cooling energy costs to residences and businesses.

Seasonal staff dig and backfill tree planting holes with hand tools; plant trees according to industry standards; load and unload trees from vehicles and trailers; load and unload tools and equipment; maintain vehicles, tools and equipment.

Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and tools by washing, inspecting, tightening, lubricating and by sharpening edges on all cutting tools.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work in a team setting.
Manual dexterity.
Physical stamina and endurance for full time, hard manual labor.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Willing to work in all weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Skill in using hand tools such as shovels, mattocks, pry bars, bolt cutters, clippers, etc.

Comments:

Start date will be on or about April 9, 2023 and end June 30, 2023.

SALARY UPDATE: The rate for this position is now $16.00/hour or $1280/biweekly.

Applicants will have the potential to become a STS Laborer II with proven experience in driving a van towing a trailer.

Position numbers: 00273903, 00273904, 00273905, 00273906, 00273907, 00273908

Executive Order #595: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.

Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Client-provided location(s): Leominster, MA, USA
Job ID: Commonwealth_of_Massachusetts-230002CU
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Pension
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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