WE ARE LOOKING TO FILL THIS POSITION WITH A SEPTEMBER 1ST START DATE
Title: Laborer
Department: Public Works
Type: Full-Time
Bargaining Unit: Dept. of Public Works Association
Reports to: Superintendent of Public Works
Supervisory: No
Probation Period: 90 Days
The Borough of Highland Park is seeking a responsible individual to assist the Department of Public Works with various tasks. This position is 40 hours per week.
WORK RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with garbage, recycling, and bulk trash collection
- Perform grounds and lawn maintenance on Borough properties
- Assist with road maintenance on an as-needed basis
- Assist with building repair and maintenance work on an as-needed basis
- Perform snow and ice removal services on an as-needed basis
- Any other related duties assigned by the Superintendent
REQUIREMENTS:
- Be available to work 6:30 am – 3:00 p.m., Monday – Friday
- Be available to work overtime and after hours as-needed
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to bend and lift more than 50 lbs.
- Must be able to wear Borough-issued PPE including but not limited to safety-toe boots.
- Sound decision-making skills
- Ability to work as a part of a team
- Ability to regularly work in outside weather exposed to heat, cold, wet, or humid conditions
- Two (2) years of related work or skill
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $21.54 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Highland Park, NJ (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Highland Park, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person