Laborer, Maintenance​/Cleaning, Maintenance Worker

TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH MASSACHUSETTS

ASSISTANT TOWN MANAGER TOWN HALL - 34 WEST MAIN STREET Kimberly Foster WESTBOROUGH, MA TEL:  FAX:

LABORER Westborough Department of Public Works

The Town of Westborough Department of Public Works seeks applications from energetic, team-oriented individuals for the full-time position of Laborer. Duties may include all aspects of public works, including tree trimming and removal, drainage repairs, road maintenance, mowing, and snow plowing. Work is primarily performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Ability to use hand tools, operate power equipment, and drive a snowplow truck strongly desired.

Applicants should possess a high school diploma or equivalent; one to two years of experience in public works and/or construction and maintenance activities; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants must possess a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License. This posting is not meant to be inclusive of all job duties or qualification requirements; please visit our Human Resources website for a complete job description.

The position grade is W-3 with a full range of $21.71 to $30.59 hourly depending upon qualifications. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation, sick days, municipal pension, and various stipends. Applications reviewed as received; position remains open until filled. The Town of Westborough is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

The Town of Westborough seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community, and all are encouraged to apply.

Posted 10/08/2026

TOWN OF WESTBOROUGH MASSACHUSETTS

Summary:

Performs various types of manual labor related to the construction, maintenance, operation and repair of town infrastructure, facilities, buildings, grounds, and equipment by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The duties and responsibilities performed by employees classified in this position will require the employee to work across multiple divisions within the Department of Public Works.

Performs routine and repetitive tasks with work checked during progress and upon completion for satisfactory performance.

Performs manual work in digging and in back filling excavations; handles heavy materials on construction, maintenance and repair projects; assists in pipe laying, road patching, cleaning of storm sewers and catch basins, cleaving and Roding of sanitary sewers, or any phase of public works maintenance.

Shovels and plows snow and removes ice and snow from walks, steps, drives and pavements; assists motor equipment operators in sanding and/or salting programs.

Performs on-call duties during weather events and other emergencies including snow and tree removal and water main break reparations.

Performs basic landscaping functions. This may include ground man duties in tree trimming, removal programs with respect to leading branches and debris, and mowing.

Performs rough handyman work in painting or similar activities; may participate in custodial duties.

Operates a variety of public works equipment for all public works projects including specialized tools such as jack hammers, paving breakers, power mowers and…