Seasonal Laborers
Conservation Department
FLSA – Non-Exempt
Part-time, Seasonal – Level 1

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under immediate supervision of Crew Supervisor. May receive guidance and direction from skilled or other laborers in the Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

TRAIL CREW DUTIES:
Responsible for trail clearing, maintenance and construction on Amherst Conservation Areas and Trails.
•    Clearing fallen trees, brush and debris off trails
•    Cutting back brush on trails with brush cutters, string trimmers, loppers, etc.
•    Maintaining &installing Conservation trailheads, parking areas and signage
•    Carpentry & construction work including bridge repairs and replacement on trails

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Outdoor, landscape, carpentry and/or construction work experience in all types of weather.  Minimum of 1 year of experience with power tools, lawn mowers, string trimmers.  Experience with weed whackers and brush cutters is a plus.  Ability to lift and carry up to 100lbs.  Must work well with others on a team.  First Aid/CPR certification is a plus.

PUFFER'S POND CREW DUTIES:
Responsible for overseeing public use at the Puffer's Pond/Mill River Conservation Area.  Must work well independently and be self-motivated to keep busy.  Pond duties include but are not limited to:
•    Pond and beach enforcement
•    Daily monitoring of beach activity
•    Daily site clean-up of trash and debris on the North/South beaches and perimeter trails

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Outdoor work experience in all types of weather.  Ability to work well comfortably with the general public and enforce rules.  First Aid/CPR Certification is a plus.

PHYSICAL 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 essential functions.

This position is required to stand, talk and hear for extended periods; is infrequently required to walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; uses hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reaches with hands and arms; specific vision abilities required include close and medium distance vision, peripheral and color vision and depth perception and the ability to adjust focus; ability to operate various mechanized equipment, hand tools, keyboard, telephone; constantly lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.; occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 100 lbs.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Power tools, and other hand tools associated with landscaping and construction. Landscaping/construction machinery such as, but not limited to, lawn mowers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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 essential functions. This position is required to stand, talk and hear for extended periods; is infrequently required to walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; uses hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reaches with hands and arms; specific vision abilities required include close and medium distance vision, peripheral and color vision and depth perception and the ability to adjust focus; ability to operate various mechanized equipment, hand tools, keyboard, telephone; constantly lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.; occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 100 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is generally performed outdoors, requiring exposure to weather conditions with frequent exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, noise level is loud. Works frequently near moving mechanical parts. Operates hand tools and equipment in the construction, repair and maintenance of municipal facilities, grounds, parks and trees. Operates computers, telephone, and occasionally other standard office equipment. Operates motorized vehicles and equipment, including pickup truck, utility truck, plate compactor, saws, pumps, sanders, generators, common hand and power tools, mobile or portable radio. There is work frequently near moving mechanical parts and experiences vibration.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.


The Town of Amherst seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community, and strives toward racial equity and environmental sustainability. All are encouraged to apply.