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DPW Laborer

The Town of Hudson Department of Public Works is accepting applications to fill multiple Laborer openings

Applications are available online or in the DPW office, and will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis at the Office of the Director of Public Works, 1 Municipal Drive, Hudson, MA 01749.

PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE / LABORER W-2 DEFINITION Semi-skilled or skilled manual work on construction, maintenance or repair projects. Related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

• Works under direct supervision.
• Performs a variety of routine and respective tasks that may occasionally be carried out independently but with work checked during progress and upon completion for satisfactory performance.
• Makes few contacts beyond immediate associates.
• Some effort required to correct errors.
• Continuous and strenuous physical effort demanded in operating equipment, standing and lifting or carrying equipment, tools and materials while performing duties under varying weather conditions.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Works with asphalt and bituminous materials surfacing, resurfacing and patching streets, sidewalks, parking areas and bridges. Performs manual work in digging and in backfilling excavations, handles heavy materials on construction, maintenance and repair projects.
• Cuts grass, loams, seeds and lines playing fields.
• Tests and repairs water meters, replacing defective parts and performing necessary adjustment; keeps continuous record of meter installations and repairs.
• Taps water mains and connects services. Lays pipe and installs sewer services. Cleans storm sewers and catch basins. Cleans and rods sanitary sewers.
• Shovels snow and removes ice and snow from walks, steps, drives, and pavements. Operates equipment in snow plowing and removal and sanding and/or salting streets, sidewalks, parking lots, etc.
• Works as mechanical handyman assisting in servicing and maintaining equipment. Paints and repairs street signs, equipment and structures.
• Sets curbing, constructs manholes and catch basins, retaining walls, and performs other masonry work.

Desired Qualifications Elementary school education. Qualifying experience in public works construction and experience. Ability to lift heavy objects and to work continuously under varying weather conditions. Ability to understand and follow oral instructions. CDL License. Incumbent must be available for overtime for emergencies and sanding and plowing operations.

LABORER/TRUCK DRIVER IN TRAINING

W-1

The Town of Hudson Department of Public Works will train a qualified candidate. They will be enrolled in a driving school as part of their employment with the Town. The Candidate will be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License, MA CDL Bas a condition of employment. DEFINITION Semi-skilled or skilled manual work on construction, maintenance or repair projects. Related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

• Works under direct supervision.
• Performs a variety of routine and respective tasks that may occasionally be carried out independently but with work checked during progress and upon completion for satisfactory performance.
• Makes few contacts beyond immediate associates.
• Some effort required to correct errors.
• Continuous and strenuous physical effort demanded in operating equipment, standing and lifting or carrying equipment, tools and materials while performing duties under varying weather conditions.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Works with asphalt and bituminous materials surfacing, resurfacing and patching streets, sidewalks, parking areas and bridges. Performs manual work in digging and in backfilling excavations, handles heavy materials on construction, maintenance and repair projects.
• Cuts grass, loams, seeds and lines playing fields.
• Tests and repairs water meters, replacing defective parts and performing necessary adjustment; keeps continuous record of meter installations and repairs.
• Taps water mains and connects services. Lays pipe and installs sewer services. Cleans storm sewers and catch basins. Cleans and rods sanitary sewers.
• Shovels snow and removes ice and snow from walks, steps, drives, and pavements. Operates equipment in snow plowing and removal and sanding and/or salting streets, sidewalks, parking lots, etc.
• Works as mechanical handyman assisting in servicing and maintaining equipment. Paints and repairs street signs, equipment and structures.
• Sets curbing, constructs manholes and catch basins, retaining walls, and performs other masonry work.

Desirable Qualifications Elementary school education. Qualifying experience in public works construction and experience. Ability to lift heavy objects and to work continuously under varying weather conditions. Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.

Miscellaneous Information

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 Hudson is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. The Town of Hudson does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or an individual’s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Town of Hudson encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

Job Details

Job ID DPW Category Employment Opportunities Status Open DPW Union Salary W-2: $24.82-$27.81/hr W-1: $21.28-$23.64/hr Posted February 9, 2026 8:00 AM Closing Open Until Filled Attached Files W-2 Laborer-In-Training Job Description (PDF)

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