Seasonal Laboratory Supervisor I Materials Testing Lab Summer 2026

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Position Information:

Long-Term Seasonal Laboratory Supervisor I Materials Testing Lab: 4/19/2026 10/31/2026 (28 weeks) @ 37.5 hrs: Contact Supervisor for schedule.1 position(s).

Bi-Weekly Salary: $3443.14

This position reports to the DCR Materials Testing Lab 164 Pond Street Stoneham

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.

Who We Are:

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) oversees nearly half a million acres of land making up one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country. Our work focuses on nurturing the vital connection between people and the environment by protecting promoting and enhancing our common wealth of natural cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. Our infrastructure connects people to and through the beautiful landscapes and accessible recreational facilities we care for strengthening our communities and driving our economy. Our staff strive to build a healthier more resilient Massachusetts where all residents and visitors can relax reflect and feel a sense of belonging in our open spaces and public lands. To learn more about DCR our facilities and our programs please visit or contact us at

Who We Serve:

Massachusetts was the first state in the nation to combine energy and environmental agencies under one Cabinet secretary. The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EOEEA) serves Commonwealth residents interested in outdoor recreational activities clean energy solutions and those who work with animals and livestock. Equally EOEEA works with energy consumers power companies clean energy providers and farmers to delicately balance the interaction with environmental protection laws and regulations while being a cornerstone for our economic prosperity.

Position Overview:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Long-Term Seasonal Laboratory Supervisor I to enable the Division of Design and Engineering (D&E) to properly ensure quality work by Contractors in the field and at the program includes maintenance and repairs for existing buildings dams bridges roadways fields site features and furnishings as well as field renovations and position will report to the Director of Testing Services for the DCR Lab.

Please submit a cover letter and resume as part of the application process.

General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Build and maintain recreational facilities and infrastructure to improve visitor experience statewide. DCRsField Construction and Materials Testing Lab within theDivision of Design and Engineering (D&E) oversees an annual recreation and infrastructure system. A large portion of this work includes assisting and supporting Resident and Regional Engineers in their construction and maintenance functions. This department conducts field oversite and material testing in the lab and field to help produce quality parks and infrastructure for the general public.

Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Anticipated tasks and responsibilities include:

Contract/Contractor Management

• Review and confirm Scopes of Work prior to the start of work
• Work with project and Contractor work schedules
• Monitor Contractor personal during the making and testing of products use on the job
• Perform field observation of Contract work
• Report on any problems in the field

Program Coordination

• Visit field or plants on the Project List and collect samples as required
• Conduct condition assessments for existing roads and parking lots
• Update DCR Lab paperwork and files as required.
• Make recommendations about sites in need of maintenance repairs renovations etc.
• Directs the performance of numerous tests both in the Lab and field of a variety of construction materials such as concrete HMA soils aggregate and masonry
• Provide reports on project work accomplished

New Maintenance & Repair Projects

• Review specifications and make suggestions as required
• Test materials and write reports as required
• Recommend products and procedures to produce a project
• Other related and miscellaneous duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ACI Field Testing Tech. Grade 1
• Have or have had ACI Concrete Tech. Level 1
• Have or have had ACI Concrete Strength Testing Tech.
• Have or have NETTCP HMA Plant Inspector
• Experience with field work for general site work
• Experience overseeing and providing instruction to Contractors in the field and lab
• Ability to work well with others and communicate regularly with supervisor
• Ability to self-manage and work efficiently
• Abilityto spend several days per week in the field if needed

About the Division of Design and Engineering:

Continuing over a century of visionary land stewardship DCRs Division of Design & Engineering (D&E) collaborates with colleagues within DCR other agencies and communities across the state to plan design build and maintain a diversity of outdoor recreational experiences and unique landscapes throughout the addition our staff is responsible for maintaining public infrastructure including dams seawalls parkways and park roads sidewalks and trails and stormwater systems. This requires employing a diverse range of talent including architects engineers landscape architects planners tradespeople as well as business finance and administrative support who work together to support D&Es mission. Our staff is unified by a passion for providing access to high quality public open space and outdoor recreation for all ages and abilities and strive to improve visitor experience enhance universal accessibility and help modernize DCRs facilities and resources to be more carbon neutral energy independent and resilient to climate change.

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