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Summer - Seasonal Planting Laborer II - Greening Gateway

Job in Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, 01085, USA
Listing for: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Full Time, Part Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2025-04-23
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Outdoor / Nature, Forestry
  • Government
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Summer 2025 - Seasonal Planting Laborer II - Greening the Gateway Cities (Westfield)

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Job Description - Summer 2025 - Seasonal Planting Laborer II - Greening the Gateway Cities (Westfield) (250003DK)

Seasonal Laborer II-Greening the Gateway Cities Program

Westfield , MA

ASAP – 11/22/25

Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.

ABOUT THE AGENCY: The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our Commonwealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways.

DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation.

ABOUT THE GREETING THE GATEWAY CITIES PROGRAM: The Greening the Gateway Cities Program (GGCP) is an Urban and Community Forestry program, celebrating its 11th Anniversary this year. The GGCP was created with the goal of increasing the number of trees planted in urban areas of Massachusetts Gateway Cities which tend to have lower tree canopy, older housing stock, higher wind speeds, and a larger renter population.

The GGCP is designed to reduce household heating and cooling energy use by increasing tree canopy cover in environmental justice neighborhoods, while improving the aesthetic appearance of these neighborhoods and providing numerous other benefits that come with increasing the tree canopy.

There are many benefits to joining the GGCP team:

  • Engage in urban forestry activities within the Commonwealth.
  • Learn tree planting best practices from experienced GGCP Foresters.
  • Gain invaluable communication skills engaging with stakeholders throughout your local community.
  • Experience working in a state agency with diverse career opportunities.
  • American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Unit 2 Union representation.
  • Eligible for union recall rights to position next season if term is completed.
  • Personal time and paid holidays.
  • Accrue sick time and vacation time.
  • Health insurance is available.
  • The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Seasonal Laborer II-Greening the Gateway Cities Program.

    DUTIES:

  • Plants, transplants, and assists in the maintenance of trees.
  • Loads and unloads trucks and trailers.
  • Unpacks and stores supplies and takes periodic inventories of supplies and equipment.
  • Operates handheld power tools.
  • Operates motor vehicles including light vehicles, trucks, etc., in connection with assigned unit activities.
  • Performs related duties as required.
  • SPECIFIC DUTIES:

  • Assists in the tree planting operations for the Greening the Gateway Cities Program.
  • Assists with community engagement efforts for the Greening the Gateway Cities Program.
  • Interacts with the public to encourage participation in the GGCP; promotes the program effectively and clearly.
  • Assists Foresters in ensuring trees are planted according to DCR Bureau of Forestry standards.
  • Assists Foresters with maintaining various logs relating to tree planting location and management.
  • Operates and assists in maintaining state vehicles.
  • Works outdoors in all types of weather.
  • Qualifications

    First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

    Minimum Entrance Requirements:
    Applicants must have at least six months of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in performing manual labor in connection with general construction or maintenance work.

    When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

    An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

    The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.…

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