Maintenance Craftsperson I (Forestry)

MAINTENANCE CRAFTSPERSON I Forestry Division Department of Public Works The Town of Westborough Department of Public Works seeks applications from energetic, team-oriented individuals for the full-time position of Maintenance Craftsperson I (Forestry/ Tree Division). Position is primarily focused on removal and planting of town trees. Essential functions of the position include tree trimming, tree cutting, chipping, and planting. The position requires availability for on-call duties during inclement weather events and other emergencies including snow and tree removal. To be considered for higher end wage range, applicants must possess a Massachusetts CDL Class B and Massachusetts Hoisting License for Backhoe/Front End Loader. The anticipated hiring range is $23.69 – $28.19 (full range to $32.66) Benefits include 13 paid holidays, 2 weeks of vacation at start, sick days, and various stipends. A full job description may be obtained at the Town of Westborough Human Resources website. Submit a resume to Kristin Merrill, HR Coordinator, 34 West Main Street, Westborough, MA 01581 or email via jobs@westboroughma.gov. Applications are reviewed as received. The Town of Westborough is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. The Town of Westborough seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community and all are encouraged to apply. TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH MASSACHUSETTS Summary: Performs various types of manual labor related to the construction, maintenance, operation and repair of town infrastructure, facilities, buildings, grounds, and equipment by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties and responsibilities performed by employees classified in this position will require the employee to work across multiple divisions within the Department of Public Works. Performs routine and repetitive tasks with work checked during progress and upon completion for satisfactory performance. Performs manual work in digging and in backfilling excavations; handles heavy materials on construction, maintenance and repair projects; assists in pipe laying, road patching, cleaning of storm sewers and catch basins, cleaving and roding of sanitary sewers, or any phase of public works maintenance. Performs on-call duties during weather events and other emergencies including snow and tree removal and water main break reparations. Performs basic landscaping functions. This may include ground man duties in tree trimming, removal programs with respect to leading branches and debris, and mowing. Performs rough handyman work in painting or similar activities; may participate in custodial duties. Performs daily visual checks of vehicle or equipment used and alerts Master Mechanic if maintenance is needed. Participates in other public works operations as needed including but not limited to cemetery operations, highway repairs, snow removal and salt/sand operations, tree operations and seasonal responsibilities including but not limited to setting up for town events, mowing, leaf and rubbish collection, and field and/or building maintenance. Operates public works heavy equipment of moderate complexity for all public works projects. Operates a variety of public works equipment for all public works projects including specialized tools such as jack hammers, paving breakers, power mowers and spraying apparatus in performing tasks which are basically manual operations. Job Title: Tree Maintenance Craftsperson Reports To: Tree Leadperson Department: DPW Job Code: W-4 Location: Department of Public Works, 131 Oak Street Hours per week: 40 Revised: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Performs maintenance and construction to the water and sewer infrastructure. Installs, maintains and repairs hydrants, valves, transmission lines, water meters, hauls gravel, dirt, sand, and other materials; loads and unloads materials; performs manual labor incidental to the work of operating assigned equipment; services and maintains equipment. Performs maintenance and repair of sewer lift stations including but not limited to checking station pumps, flowmeters, bubblers and floats, wet well cleaning. Operates vehicles and equipment for snow and ice control work; plows, sands and salts sidewalks; plows municipal parking lots and school yards. Shovels and plows snow and removes ice and snow from walks, steps, drives and pavements; assists motor equipment operators in sanding and/or salting programs. Hauls gravel, dirt, sand, and other materials; loads and unloads materials; performs manual labor incidental to the work of operating assigned equipment; services and maintains equipment. Performs highway department maintenance and repair including but not limited to building, repairing, and patching streets, highways and sidewalks, repairing and installation of structures, installing and repairing guard rails, fencing and signs, trimming brush, and painting lines on roads and parking lots and general landscaping. Performs emergency highway repairs and other public works related emergency repairs as required. May participate in other public works operations as needed including but not limited to cemetery operations, highway repairs, snow removal and salt/sand operations, tree operations and seasonal responsibilities including but not limited to setting up for town events, mowing, leaf and rubbish collection, field and/or building maintenance and water and sewer maintenance and repair. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; three to five years of experience in public works and/or construction and maintenance activities; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills: May be required to have basic computer skills. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must possess a CDL; Tanker endorsement preferred. Must have Massachusetts Hoisting License for Backhoe/ Front End Loader. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to use hand tools and operate power equipment. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 100 pounds. The employee must frequently move in and out of equipment and vehicles. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; explosives; risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.