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Position Information:
Long-term Seasonal Recreation Facilities Repairer (PSO/South): 04/05/26 10/31/26 (30 weeks) @ 40 hrs: Contact Supervisor for schedule. 1 position(s).
This position will report to 1361 Middleboro Rd. East Taunton
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.
Duties:
Working directly with tradesmen
Making minor repairs
Basic service and preventative maintenance
Painting
Minor fixes on plumbing and electrical systems.
Minor repairs and small installs of carpentry work.
Minor welding.
Work with all Park Support Operations (PSO) staff and have a general understanding of all trades
Position may require additional on-the-job training such as confined space ladder safety hazardous materials
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to safely and properly work with hand and power tools
General knowledge of all trades including but not limited to plumbing electrical carpentry welding masonry
Ability to safely and properly work with hand and power tools
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to prioritize manage and execute multiple tasks simultaneously.
Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operators license Class D (standard)
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.