Seasonal Maintainer Southbury Training School l Camp Harkness TC-

What You'll Be Doing

Have you ever wanted a job where your hands‑on work directly contributes to someone else’s joy? As a Seasonal Maintainer, you’ll help create safe, clean, and welcoming outdoor environments at DDS facilities—places where people come to enjoy the summer, connect with others, and make lasting memories. Together, we maintain spaces that matter—grounds where campers laugh, trails where people explore, and facilities where safety and comfort are essential.

This work isn’t just about upkeep—it’s about purpose. Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and take pride in making a visible impact every day?

• Southbury Training School – Southbury, CT
  • PCN 116270:
    Monday - Friday 7:15 am – 3:15 pm. Days Off:
    Saturday and Sunday
  • PCN 116275:
    Monday - Friday 7:15 am – 3:15 pm. Days Off:
    Saturday and Sunday
  • PCN 116276:
    Monday - Friday 7:15 am – 3:15 pm. Days Off:
    Saturday and Sunday
  • Duration:
    Seasonal positions expected to begin May 15, 2026 and end no later than October 15, 2026.
• Camp Harkness – Waterford, CT
  • Hours:
    
    20.0 and 37.5 hours per week
  • PCN 141948:
    Thursday & Friday 7:00 am – 2:00 pm, Saturday 7:00 am – 1:00 pm (Regular Days Off: Sunday – Wednesday)
  • PCN 141949:
    Friday & Saturday 7:00 am – 2:00 pm, Thursday 7:00 am – 1:00 pm (Regular Days Off: Wednesday – Saturday)
  • PCN 141950:
    Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (Regular Days Off: Sunday & Monday)
  • PCN 141951:
    Tuesday – Saturday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm (Regular Days Off: Sunday & Monday)
  • PCN 141952:
    Sunday – Thursday 7:00 am – 3:00 pm (Regular Days Off: Friday & Saturday)
  • PCN 141953:
    Sunday – Thursday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (Regular Days Off: Friday & Saturday)
  • Duration:
    Seasonal position 141948 opens January 22, 2026 and ends no later than June 11, 2026.
  • Duration:
    Seasonal position 141950 opens April 17, 2026 and ends October 15, 2026.
  • Duration:
    Seasonal positions 141949, 141951, 141952, 141953 open May 15, 2026 and end no later than November 12, 2026.

• Pay Rate: $21.06/hour
• Benefits:
  These are seasonal roles and do not include benefits
• Eligibility: DDS permanent employees are not eligible for these positions

We’re Building a Team That’s Motivated, Reliable, And Ready To Pitch In. If You Take Pride In Showing Up, Working Hard, And Seeing The Results Of Your Effort At The End Of The Day, This Might Be Exactly Where You Belong. We’d Love To Work With Individuals Who

• Are at least 18 years old by May 2, 2025
• Can commit to the full season
• Hold a valid driver’s license and can safely use maintenance equipment
• Are physically prepared to work outdoors in all kinds of weather
• Have the strength, flexibility, and endurance for hands‑on tasks
• Enjoy working around a wide variety of people, including staff and campers
• Are committed to completing training and passing a pre‑employment physical

Any experience and training which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

• Experience operating a wide variety of grounds maintenance machinery and equipment (commercial mowers, tractors, string trimmers, blowers, etc.)
• Previous maintenance and grounds‑keeping experience
• Previous basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry experience
• Experience working with or volunteering with people with disabilities
• Previous experience working in a camp, park, or other recreational setting
• Experience operating a wide variety of grounds maintenance machinery and equipment (commercial mowers, backhoe, string, trimmers, blowers, etc.)

• Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility, visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class.
• A physical examination may be required.

• Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to extreme weather conditions and risk of injury from equipment and assaultive and/or abusive patients and/or clients.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to complete an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.

If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418‑6148 or Edward.

Magnano.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.