Laborer - City of Chicopee
Chicopee, MA
About the Job
Laborer Department: DPW - Forestry Employment Status: UFCW Laborers,
Non-Exempt, Full-Time (40 Hours) Salary: Grade 4L, Step 5, $17.70/Hour
Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00AM-3:30PM Certifications/Licenses Required: MA
Class D Driver's License, Electrical Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP)
Certification, and First Aid/CPR certification (must be obtained within
6 months). SUMMARY The City of Chicopee's Department of Public Works /
Forestry Department is hiring a Laborer entry-level position to assist
with all Forestry Department operations under the supervision of the
City Arborist. Types of work include but are not limited to operating
chainsaws and blowers, chipping brush, using hand tools such as rakes
and shovels, handling ropes for tree rigging, stump grinding, and
performing upkeep on said equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:
Participates in the removal and pruning of trees. Participates in
maintaining city tree nursery. Participates in the planting,
transplanting, and establishment of trees, bushes, and shrubs.
Participates in the safe and proficient operation of all Forestry
Department equipment and techniques. Participates in the maintenance and
repairs of all Forestry Department equipment. Participates in the
performance of aerial work for other city departments such as holiday
light installation and aerial inspections of public facilities.
Participates in all facets of snow operations. Must be available for
overtime. Adheres to industry safety standards for employees and the
public in regards to the Forestry Department operations. Other duties as
assigned per the full job description. QUALIFICATIONS Electrical Hazard
Awareness Program (EHAP) Certification and First Aid/CPR certification
must be obtained within 6 months (Training for this will be provided by
the City.) Massachusetts Class D Driver's license. Minimum 1 years'
experience in municipal public work's operation or similar type of
labor work. High School Diploma or Equivalent. BENEFITS The City of
Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with
a robust benefits package which include the following: Recurring Sick
Time, Vacation, Thirteen Holidays Per Year, Retirement Plan, and more
Non-Exempt, Full-Time (40 Hours) Salary: Grade 4L, Step 5, $17.70/Hour
Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00AM-3:30PM Certifications/Licenses Required: MA
Class D Driver's License, Electrical Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP)
Certification, and First Aid/CPR certification (must be obtained within
6 months). SUMMARY The City of Chicopee's Department of Public Works /
Forestry Department is hiring a Laborer entry-level position to assist
with all Forestry Department operations under the supervision of the
City Arborist. Types of work include but are not limited to operating
chainsaws and blowers, chipping brush, using hand tools such as rakes
and shovels, handling ropes for tree rigging, stump grinding, and
performing upkeep on said equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:
Participates in the removal and pruning of trees. Participates in
maintaining city tree nursery. Participates in the planting,
transplanting, and establishment of trees, bushes, and shrubs.
Participates in the safe and proficient operation of all Forestry
Department equipment and techniques. Participates in the maintenance and
repairs of all Forestry Department equipment. Participates in the
performance of aerial work for other city departments such as holiday
light installation and aerial inspections of public facilities.
Participates in all facets of snow operations. Must be available for
overtime. Adheres to industry safety standards for employees and the
public in regards to the Forestry Department operations. Other duties as
assigned per the full job description. QUALIFICATIONS Electrical Hazard
Awareness Program (EHAP) Certification and First Aid/CPR certification
must be obtained within 6 months (Training for this will be provided by
the City.) Massachusetts Class D Driver's license. Minimum 1 years'
experience in municipal public work's operation or similar type of
labor work. High School Diploma or Equivalent. BENEFITS The City of
Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with
a robust benefits package which include the following: Recurring Sick
Time, Vacation, Thirteen Holidays Per Year, Retirement Plan, and more
Source : City of Chicopee
