Public works Jobs in Cambridge, MA

Description

The Department of Public Work (DPW) is pleased to offer seasonal employment opportunities, completing meaningful work in the community while also providing support to the Department's operational functions. The DPW supports a wide variety of activities and programs over the summer months and relies on motivated, hard-working summer staff to ensure that roads, parks, water, wastewater, stormwater infrastructure, fleet, waste management, engineering, and buildings are ready for the upcoming year. These jobs offer the opportunity to experience public service at its most fundamental level by providing insight into the workings of infrastructure maintenance.

You may have the opportunity to support the parks crew in maintaining public fields, assist the water and sewer crews promoting the importance of water safety, work with the recycling and solid waste team in the proper collection and processing of household refuse, support the building maintenance team on a variety of summer projects throughout Town, or assist the highway crews in responding to work orders and or a variety of construction projects.

Those with an interest in construction, engineering, environmental science, public service, recycling, or trades work are strongly encouraged to apply for an opportunity. Come see Needham from a different perspective and be a part of our summer team!

Position Title

No. of Vacancies

Department / Division

Age Restriction

Laborer

DPW - Water & Sewer Div.

must be 16

Laborer

DPW - Engineering

must be 16

Laborer

DPW - Fleet Div.

must be 16

Laborer

DPW - Highway Div.

must be 18

Laborer

DPW - Parks & Forestry Div.

must be 16

Laborer

DPW - Recycling & Solid Waste

must be 16

Trades Assistant

DPW - Building Maintenance

must be 18

Duties and Responsibilities

These duties are a general summary and contingent upon on the division assignment :

• Leaf and rubbish collection, tree planting and removal, assembly and disassembly of spectator stands, operation of lawn and grass cutting equipment.
• Support water and sewer work crews by painting fire hydrants and structures, work with metering crew, and assists at the water treatment plant.
• Provide general support towards daily fleet objectives. Assist in coordinating necessary parts, scheduling appointments, processing service entries and vender invoices. Providing shop assistance to technicians when demand is high. Organizing and cleaning as required.
• Participate in the oversight of residential drop-off program, assist in general laborer duties.
• Assist field engineers with surveying and project management, scanning / organizing documents, and office support.
• Paint fences and other structures, assist with paving and roadway maintenance, complete masonry repairs, pavement marking installation, and washing trucks.
• Provide custodial support and general assistance to the trades staff including stripping, waxing and buffing floors, general cleaning, and moving items. Additional duties may include providing general support for HVAC Technicians, Electricians, Plumbers, and Carpenters.

Requirements

Supplemental Information

Important Applicant Information :

How to Apply :

To apply, please submit your application materials by clicking "Apply."

Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 PM on Friday, April 4, 2025. Please note that candidates may be contacted for initial phone or zoom screens prior to the review date.

The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage / civil partnership, pregnancy / maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at [email protected] .