Laborer II - Quabbin

Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Massachusetts 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. To learn more about DCR, our facilities, and our programs, please visit www.mass.gov/dcr or contact us at mass.parks@mass.gov. 

Job Opening: 

The Department of Conservation and Recreation is seeking applicants for an Laborer II to perform the following duties:

Please submit your resume and cover letter as part of the application process.

General Statement of Job Duties and 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. The basic purpose of this work is to perform manual tasks requiring specialized skill and the use of hand tools to support general construction and maintenance activities.

Detailed Statement of Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs various manual labor tasks, which may require some specialized skills and operating handheld power tools, to assist in the work of skilled tradesmen and craftsmen such as carpenters, plumbers, and masons. Digs 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 an