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Skilled Laborer I
Job Number: 2024-47260
Category: Maintenance and Facilities
Location: Worcester, MA
Shift: Day
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non Exempt
Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
Department: School - Facilities Mgt-Grounds - W842013
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Grade: 12
Union Code: Union Position-W20-AFSCME Trades and Building Svc
Num. Openings: 1
Post Date: Nov. 17, 2024

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the direct supervision of the Manager or designee, the Skilled Laborer I performs tasks requiring some specialized skill or knowledge in connection with the maintenance, care, and beautification of the Medical Center Grounds. The Skilled Laborer I will also assists others trades, as required.

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform tasks related to the maintenance, upkeep, and beautification of grounds such as lawn mowing, trimming, pruning, fertilizing, and planting
  • Perform tasks related to maintenance, repair, and upkeep of sidewalks, roadways, and parking areas, such as sweeping, striping, and paving
  • Perform snow removal tasks including but not limited to shoveling, plowing, sanding, operating side walk equipment, and snow blowing. Required to be on-call/standby during winter months
  • Clean, wash, and refuel medical center vehicles
  • Operate and maintains/repair grounds equipment such as lawn mowers, sweepers, trimmers, snow blowers, and other related equipment
  • Perform tasks related to storing of parts, equipment, and supplies maintained by Ground Department
  • Move furniture, files, lab furnishing, and performs similar tasks
  • Operate steam cleaning equipment
  • Repair and operate irrigation systems
  • Remove waste material from pathways, roadways, and parking lots. For situations that require EH &S assistance, secure the area, and ensure proper contacts are made to expedite the removal process
  • While in the performance of routine duties, may be required as needed to perform all work associated with all maintenance trades of an equal or lower graded classification , where the work or task does not require a specific license
  • Perform related duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma, or equivalent experience
  • 1 year of experience performing landscaping and/or lawn maintenance, using specialized maintenance equipment
  • Working knowledge of common tools required for maintenance, landscaping, and upkeep of grounds
  • Valid drivers license
  • Ability to operate trucks, automobiles, equipment, and to travel to off-site locations

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