Seasonal Laborer

The Northampton Department of Public Works is seeking 7 Seasonal Laborers! Manual work assisting in the operations of DPW Forestry Parks & Cemeteries Division and Streets Division projects; all other related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

May perform some or all of the following General Functions; as well as the function specific to the departments to which assigned. Mows grass; trims shrubs; rakes and seeds. Perform minor maintenance on equipment used (greasing; changing oil; spark plugs; and filters). Plows roads and sidewalks using light trucks; tracked vehicle; and shovels. May be assigned to other DPW divisions on an as needed basis or in an emergency.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalency; any equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge; Skills; and

Abilities:

Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in the work performed. Ability to understand and follow oral instructions; ability to operate power hand tools; such as power lawn mowers; tampers; jackhammers; and similar equipment. Massachusetts Class D Driver's license required. CDL preferred. Residency within 15 miles of the physical boundaries of the City of Northampton is desirable.

Working Conditions:

Moderate to strenuous physical effort generally required. Eyesight and hearing at or correctable to "normal ranges."

MISC. INFORMATION

Seasonal Laborer Assignment Term:

Immediately and up to six months.

Current Openings:

Four (4) Positions in the Forestry, Parks & Cemeteries Division Two (2) Positions in the Streets Division Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 40 hours per week.

Pay Rate:

$19.00 per hour. There are no benefits with seasonal laborer positions. ~

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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