DPW Laborer

A Laborer is responsible for performing a variety of manual labor tasks and operating power equipment to complete assignments of a routine nature.  Duties may be performed independently or in support of various divisions within the Department of Public Works.  This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.  At times, hours may be irregular and include nights and weekends when necessary for construction and/or emergency operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manual labor for the maintenance of DPW garage and out-buildings including sweeping, office janitorial tasks, trash collection in the office and yard, general maintenance, and upkeep tasks of DPW grounds. Also, perform manual labor during snowstorms and other declared emergencies or events.
• Operation of small power equipment such as weed trimmers, lawn mower, snow blower, and non-motorized hand tools and equipment such as shovel, rakes, brooms, etc.
• Complete work assignments independently at the Transfer Station (check for residents’ permits/stickers, direct vehicles to appropriate dumpsites, monitor trash delivered to the Station for disposal and/or reject non-acceptable items).
• Perform radio dispatcher functions over two-way radio to relay information or messages to DPW vehicles or field locations.
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition; perform equipment safety checks; report malfunctioning or unsafe conditions of equipment to appropriate personnel or supervisor.
• Adhere to all safety rules, procedures and use proper safety equipment or devices during work assignments in addition to obeying all local and state vehicle operation laws and regulations while operating Town vehicles.
• Public Works employees are federally designated as First Responders; and therefore, have the responsibility to maintain and repair damaged infrastructure and keep the public safe and secure during emergency situations.
• Perform other similar duties as assigned or directed by the supervisor or designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent; experience and/or one-year equivalent training preferred; a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License is required; Applicant must also possess: excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently and as a member of a crew; quick decision-making skills while performing work in emergency situations; ability to interact positively and effectively with coworkers, supervisors, Town officials, employees, and the general public, and ability to present oneself in a professional manner as a representative of the Town and the DPW.  Regular and punctual attendance is a requirement of the position.  Candidate is subject to passing a CORI, pre-employment physical and drug test; and if hired, random drug testing.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and a completed online Town of Ludlow Employment Application, available @ https://ludlow.ma.us via email to HRJobs@ludlow.ma.us. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. No application submission will be accepted if incomplete.

The Town of Ludlow is an EOE/AA employer. All applicatons will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.