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Public Works Laborer

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

Entry level

DUTIES: Under direction of the Highway Yard Foreman or his agents, performs miscellaneous skilled and unskilled manual duties of which the following are typical examples: digging holes, trenches and other excavations; sh…

Skills: Manual Labor, Equipment Operation, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Tool Handling

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Public Works Laborer

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

Entry level

DUTIES: Performs playground equipment maintenance and repair skills with knowledge of carpentry, irrigation systems, rubber surface repair, chain link and wooden fences. Performs gardening work and other manual duties in…

Skills: Carpentry, Irrigation Systems, Rubber Surface Repair, Fence Repair, Gardening

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Assistant City Attorney

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$110k–$114k/yr

Mid level

Statement of Duties The Assistant City Attorney has direct and independent responsibility for a general, broad municipal legal practice in a fast-paced, high-volume Law Department. Areas of focus include representing the…

Skills: Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Contract Negotiation, Municipal Law, Labor And Employment Law

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Deputy Director of Engineering Projects

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$110k–$114k/yr

Senior

Statement of Duties The City of Somerville is addressing a vital and urgent need to improve the quality of its aging infrastructure. Whether horizontal – sewer/water services, and streets – or vertical – buildings, and w…

Skills: Project Management, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Planning, Public Procurement, Budget Management

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Equity Coordinator (Internal)

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$75k–$78k/yr

Mid level

Statement of Duties Under the direction of the Director of Racial and Social Justice, the Equity Coordinator is responsible for advancing the City’s racial and social justice priorities through strategic leadership, prog…

Skills: Data Analysis, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Diversity Equity And Inclusion, Public Policy

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Project Manager

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$90k–$94k/yr

Mid level

Statement of Duties The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating small, medium and large infrastructure improvement projects, such as sewer separation, streetscape, utility relocation, pip…

Skills: Project Management, Civil Engineering, Budgeting, Scheduling, Contractor Management

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Equity Coordinator (External)

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$75k–$78k/yr

Mid level

Statement of Duties Under the direction of the Director of Racial and Social Justice, the Equity Coordinator is responsible for advancing the City’s racial and social justice priorities through strategic leadership, prog…

Skills: Diversity Equity And Inclusion, Racial Justice, Data Analysis, Project Management, Strategic Planning

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Workforce Development Coordinator

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$75k–$78k/yr

Mid level

Statement of Duties Under the direction of the Director and Deputy Director of Economic Development, the Workforce Development Coordinator is responsible for managing the program activity and serving as staff to the Jobs…

Skills: Grant Management, Program Coordination, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Analytics

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SomerStat Analyst

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid

$85k–$88k/yr

Mid level

Statement of Duties SomerStat, Somerville’s Division of Innovation and Analytics, provides timely analysis and reporting to help City staff and residents measure progress toward community goals and understand local chall…

Skills: Data Analysis, R, Tableau, GIS, Excel

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Tobacco Control Coordinator

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$75k–$78k/yr

Mid level

Statement of Duties The Tobacco Control Coordinator enforces tobacco regulations, educates retailers and the public, and leads tobacco control efforts under the Six-City Tobacco Initiative (Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, R…

Skills: Tobacco Control Enforcement, Public Health Compliance, Youth Supervision, Data Entry, Regulatory Reporting

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HRIS Project Manager

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$90k–$94k/yr

Mid level

Statement of Duties: The Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Project Manager is responsible for managing the evaluation, prioritization, planning, budgeting, execution of and training on new/existing HRIS systems i…

Skills: HRIS Management, Project Management, Database Management, SQL Queries, User Acceptance Testing

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Payroll Director

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$110k–$114k/yr

Senior

Statement of Duties: The Payroll Director is responsible for routine and complex supervisory, accounting, and administrative work in managing the payroll function, and performs related duties as required. Essential Funct…

Skills: Payroll Management, Supervisory Skills, Accounting, Auditing, Budget Monitoring

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Wire Inspector

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

Senior

DUTIES: Performs inspections (rough, partial, and final) of electrical installations, for which permits have been issued, to ascertain compliance with applicable codes and approved plans; takes appropriate measures to co…

Skills: Electrical Inspection, Code Compliance, Plan Review, Permit Issuance, NFPA 70

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Working Foreman Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

Senior

DUTIES: The Working Foreman Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator (SHMEO)/Sewer oversees and works in the construction, maintenance, and operation of the sewer system including but not limited to sewer mains, drains, co…

Skills: Crew Supervision, Heavy Equipment Operation, Sewer System Maintenance, Blueprint Reading, Emergency Response

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Legislative Liaison

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$90k–$94k/yr

Mid level

Statement of Duties: Responsibilities include communication and coordination with key external partners such as the City Council, the State Delegation, the Federal Delegation, the Governor’s Office, executive offices in …

Skills: Intergovernmental Affairs, Policy Development, Legislative Tracking, Public Speaking, Project Management

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Recycling Manager

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$75k–$78k/yr

Mid level

Statement of Duties The employee manages environmental related activities for the Department of Public Works (DPW) as well as acts as an advisor for the Office of Sustainability & Environment and the DPW administration. …

Skills: Environmental Engineering, Waste Management, Budget Forecasting, Contract Management, Grant Writing

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Director of Inspectional Services

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

$130k–$135k/yr

Senior+

Statement of Duties The Director of Inspectional Services supervises building, plumbing/gas, electrical, board of health, and weights and measures inspectors to enforce all laws and regulations pertaining to building con…

Skills: Personnel Management, Budget Administration, Code Enforcement, Zoning Interpretation, Public Health Safety

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Motor Equipment Repairman

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

Mid level

DUTIES: Performs skilled repair and maintenance of any and all City of Somerville motor equipment including but not limited to DPW and Public Safety vehicles (Class 1, 2, & 3 vehicles); inspects and troubleshoots gasolin…

Skills: Diesel Engine Repair, Gasoline Engine Repair, Electrical System Repair, Air Conditioning Diagnosis, Hydraulic Brake Systems

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(2) Junior School Custodians - Night Shift

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States · On-site

Entry level

Duties: Under the supervision of the Buildings Supervisor of School Facilities & Energy Conservation management and under the direct supervision of an employee of higher grade performs custodial duties such as clean all …

Skills: Custodial Services, Floor Maintenance, Minor Building Repairs, HVAC Cleaning, Groundskeeping

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Public Works Laborer

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Somerville, Massachusetts, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • Medical Insurance, Dental Coverage, Vision Care, Long Term Disability, Group And Voluntary Life Insurance, Health Care And Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Posted 3d ago
  • Apply by Oct 22
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Performs skilled and unskilled manual duties including excavation, debris removal, and landscaping under the direction of the Highway Yard Foreman. Responsible for maintaining streets, runways, and recreational areas using various hand and power tools.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Class D Massachusetts driver's license with a safe driving record and be capable of hard physical work in extreme weather. Requires the ability to follow instructions, pass a practical test, and be computer literate or willing to train.

Full job description

DUTIES: 

Under direction of the Highway Yard Foreman or his agents, performs miscellaneous skilled and unskilled manual duties of which the following are typical examples: digging holes, trenches and other excavations; shoveling materials and leveling areas; operating jackhammers and compaction equipment; loading and unloading materials; emptying barrels and cleaning litter and debris from streets, runways, parking lots and recreational areas; mowing grass, trimming shrubs/small trees using hand or powered equipment; removing snow/ice using manual or small powered equipment; spreading sand on icy areas; using small hand tools, i.e. shovels, picks, axes, saws, heavy wrenches and small power tools. Performs all other duties that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to receive and interpret written and verbal instructions from supervisors and to give written and verbal reports to supervisors.

Must have ability to use tools of trade in a workmanlike manner.

Must possess valid Class D Massachusetts motor vehicle operator’s license.

Must have a safe driving record. Subject to yearly Motor Vehicle Record/Driver’s License check. Must be in good health and capable of hard physical work in extreme weather conditions.

Must possess proven history of dependability due to nature of work. Must pass a practical test.

Must be computer literate (knowledge and skills to use a computer, tablet, and other related technology) or willing to train on technology to be used in the performance of the job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work requires agility and physical strength, ability to function in close quarters, and is subject to outside environmental conditions, including wet, hot and cold weather. Worker is subject to noise, vibrations, hazards and atmospheric conditions including fumes, dust and air contaminants. Work requires some agility and physical strength, such as moving in, about or over rough terrain, or standing or walking most of the work period.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be

made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

Physical Skills

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, crawl, sit, talk, move about, hear and speak. Noise level may be high when operating power equipment. Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions as a regular part of job. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and greater than 50 pounds using appropriate equipment.

Motor Skills

While performing the duties, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or new skills; work under deadlines with constant interruptions; and interact with City staff. The position requires balancing, pushing, pulling, grasping, feeling and repetitive motion to complete tasks.

Visual Skills

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee is required to use properly use such safety equipment as is appropriate to the work to prevent injury to self or others. Visual acuity is required to operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment.

Salary: $1,115.31 weekly plus benefits 
Union: SMEU B 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
Pre-employment Requirement: This is a safety-sensitive position and will require a driving history check and a pre-employment drug screen and physical 

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The City of Somerville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request. Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should please contact the ADA Coordinator at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or ADA@somervillema.gov.

Pre-Employment Requirements for All Employees:

  • MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) clearance
  • Completion of Conflict-of-Interest Law Education training for municipal employees

Overview of Total Rewards:

  • 4 weeks annual vacation for non-union positions. Union positions vary by contract. Please note, police officers are members of the SPEA union. Public Health Nurses are part of Union A (SMEA).
  • Medical insurance through the Group Insurance Commission (GIC) - 80% of premium costs paid by City
  • Dental coverage low and high plans through Cigna
  • Vision care through Vision Service Plan (VSP)
  • Long term disability through Sun Life
  • Group and voluntary life insurance through Boston Mutual
  • Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending through Benefit Strategies
  • Deferred compensation plans through a choice of three vendors
  • Free, confidential services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by E4Health
  • Annual cancer screening & wellness release
  • Somerville Retirement Pension System
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • MBTA pass program
  • FREE Blue Bikes membership
  • Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Benefits listed are for benefits-eligible positions and the above information is meant to be a general overview of the benefit programs offered by the City of Somerville and not a binding contract.

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Offices: 79 HIGHLAND AVE, Somerville, Massachusetts 02143, us

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About Somerville Public Library

LinkedIn
Industry
Government Administration
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Somerville, Massachusetts
LinkedIn followers
60

Offices: 79 HIGHLAND AVE, Somerville, Massachusetts 02143, us

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