Square One
Job Posting

Job Posting #: 0133

Date of Posting:                   Monday August 15, 2011

Posting Expires:                  Friday August 26, 2011

Job Location:                       Facilities Management

Job Title: Part Time Temporary General Laborer

Normal Work Week:         20 hrs per week; Monday-Friday; 4hrs per day

AM Preferred, but Flexible

Base Salary:                       TBD

Bargaining Unit Positions    XXX Non-bargaining Unit Position

Please see attached job description.

Internal Applicants:  If you are applying for a position internally, you must make sure you inform your immediate Supervisor or Director of your intent.   Failure to comply with this process may result in the loss of internal candidate status.   Please contact Mary-Jane Carter by phone at (413) 732-5183; or E-mail: mjcarter@startatsquareone.org All internal applicants must apply by contacting the Human Resource Dept. within (10) ten working days of the date of the actual posting.   

External Applicants: Please apply in person or by mailing in your resume and cover letter to Square One’s temporary site at MCDI 140 Wilbraham Avenue, Springfield, MA 01109. You may e-mail your resume or cover letter to mjcarter@startatsquareone.org

Square One is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Employer. 

SQUARE ONE

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Part tIME Temporary General Laborer

Qualifications:

1. Must be 18 years of age or older and possess current Massachusetts Drivers license.

2. High School Diploma or GED is required.

3. Previous work experience performing heavy labor with a dependable work record.

4. Reliable transportation is necessary as traveling to and from Square One sites and destinations is a requirement of the job.

5. Ability to operate hand landscaping tools and other lawn care equipment successfully.

6. Ability to handle heavy lifting (50lbs or over) as needed.

7. Able to perform basic math functions with the ability to read and write and follow directions, strong attention to detail is necessary.

8. Able to read and understand measurements.

9. Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team.

10. Strong ability to multi-task.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities in the facilities maintenance department for Square One properties and associated facilities ranging from loading and unloading items, picking up items, putting items together or dissembling items. Performs heavy manual labor in most job duties and responsibilities.

· Operates ground keeping lawn equipment.

· Perform lawn mowing, raking, edging and trimming, weeding tasks and general upkeep of the grounds and parking lot as required.

· Assist with snow removal and cleaning of walkways and parking lots as needed.

· Perform safety duties for Square One facilities including, picking up waste products, glass, or any other hazardous debris to promote and enhance safety for staff, children and families.

· Assist in accomplishing duties of building maintenance, painting and other general repairs.

· Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

a. Lower body strength to stand and walk throughout day or push lawn care equipment.

b. Ability to lift 50 pounds or more and carry heavy loads using material handling equipment.

c. Climb various ladders as required.

d. Be alert at all times and perform all duties in a prudent and safe manner.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

1. Moderate exposure to weather extremes.

2. Exposure to various airborne particles such as grass, pollen, sawdust, insulation, abrasives.

Accountability:

To the Facilities Manager

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Signature Date

8/11