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United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Jul 2026

About the role

Posting number: LS_LaborerCOB

Department: HRD

Job classification: Boston Laborer

Posting type: Open

Categories: Maintenance

Summary

Typical duties include street cleaning, snow removal, and providing general labor support.

Examples of duties

Cleaning litter and debris from sidewalks, streets, gutter and parking lots. 
Picking up rubbish from sidewalks in front of houses and other establishments as required, loading refuse onto trucks, and collecting garbage, yard waste, and bulky items.
Shoveling materials and leveling areas, removing snow and ice using manual or small powered equipment, spreading salt on icy areas, digging holes trenches and other excavations, and cleaning out sewers and catch basins.
Repairing, preserving, improving and support the streets of Boston.
Response to and handles Constituent Relationship Management cases.
May use mobile technology to communicate with supervisors and inspectors regarding Constituent Relationship Management cases.
 
Supports other Public Works Divisions as requested. 
 
Performs related work as required. 
 
Required to work any emergency as directed by the Chief of Streets or designee.

Qualifications

Must be a resident of the city of Boston.

Supplemental information

Ability to exercise good judgement and focus on details as required by the job.

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Company

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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