Seasonal Long Term Painter II (Boston Region) Winter 26-27
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Position Information:
Long-term Seasonal Painter II (Boston): 11/30/2026 – 3/20/2027 (15 weeks) @ 40 hrs: Contact Supervisor for schedule. 1 position(s).
This position will report to 6 Edwin H. Land Boulevard, Cambridge
Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position.
Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.
General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:
Painting of agency buildings, benches and other surfaces. Minor repairs and small installs of carpentry work. Minor welding jobs. Work with all Facilities Maintenance/Park Support Operations staff and have a general understanding of all trades.
Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:
Working directly with tradesmen, seasonal employees, and DOC crews
Perform minor repairs
Basic service and preventative maintenance
Inspect and repair pools, rinks, playgrounds, comfort stations and other agency properties
Estimate cost and time to complete work orders
Supervise employees of lower grade
Follow industry standards to complete jobs in a safe, timely and professional manner.
Properly complete and submit CAMIS (Capital Asset Management Information System) forms in a timely manner
Keeps tools and equipment clean, safe and in good working order; including assigned vehicles used.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to safely and properly work with hand and power tools
General knowledge of all trades I.E. plumbing, electrical, carpentry, welding, masonry
Jobs may require additional training such as confined space, ladder safety, hazardous materials.
Ability to supervise workers of lower grade
Knowledge of sites and locations of agencies infrastructure; facilities, pools, rinks, etc.
Excellent communications skills, verbal and written.
Ability and willingness to learn advance computer/software applications, online platforms and systems for advancing technology.
Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of supervision.
Access to reliable transportation to and from DCR sites and non-DCR sites.
Preferred License and/or Certifications:
Current and valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator’s license.
About the Division of Design and Engineering:
Continuing over a century of visionary land stewardship, DCR’s Division of Design & Engineering (D&E) collaborates with colleagues within DCR, other agencies, and communities across the state to plan, design, build, and maintain a diversity of outdoor recreational experiences and unique landscapes throughout the Commonwealth. In addition, our staff is responsible for maintaining public infrastructure including dams, seawalls, parkways and park roads, sidewalks and trails, and stormwater systems. This requires employing a diverse range of talent including architects, engineers, landscape architects, planners, tradespeople as well as business, finance and administrative support who work together to support D&E’s mission. Our staff is unified by a passion for providing access to high quality public open space and outdoor recreation for all ages and abilities, and strive to improve visitor experience, enhance universal accessibility, and help modernize DCR’s facilities and resources to be more carbon neutral, energy independent, and resilient to climate change.
Position Information:
Long-term Seasonal Painter II (Boston): 11/30/2026 – 3/20/2027 (15 weeks) @ 40 hrs: Contact Supervisor for schedule. 1 position(s).
This position will report to 6 Edwin H. Land Boulevard, Cambridge
Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position.
Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.
General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:
Painting of agency buildings, benches and other surfaces. Minor repairs and small installs of carpentry work. Minor welding jobs. Work with all Facilities Maintenance/Park Support Operations staff and have a general understanding of all trades.
Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:
Working directly with tradesmen, seasonal employees, and DOC crews
Perform minor repairs
Basic service and preventative maintenance
Inspect and repair pools, rinks, playgrounds, comfort stations and other agency properties
Estimate cost and time to complete work orders
Supervise employees of lower grade
Follow industry standards to complete jobs in a safe, timely and professional manner.
Properly complete and submit CAMIS (Capital Asset Management Information System) forms in a timely manner
Keeps tools and equipment clean, safe and in good working order; including assigned vehicles used.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to safely and properly work with hand and power tools
General knowledge of all trades I.E. plumbing, electrical, carpentry, welding, masonry
Jobs may require additional training such as confined space, ladder safety, hazardous materials.
Ability to supervise workers of lower grade
Knowledge of sites and locations of agencies infrastructure; facilities, pools, rinks, etc.
Excellent communications skills, verbal and written.
Ability and willingness to learn advance computer/software applications, online platforms and systems for advancing technology.
Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of supervision.
Access to reliable transportation to and from DCR sites and non-DCR sites.
Preferred License and/or Certifications:
Current and valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator’s license.
About the Division of Design and Engineering:
Continuing over a century of visionary land stewardship, DCR’s Division of Design & Engineering (D&E) collaborates with colleagues within DCR, other agencies, and communities across the state to plan, design, build, and maintain a diversity of outdoor recreational experiences and unique landscapes throughout the Commonwealth. In addition, our staff is responsible for maintaining public infrastructure including dams, seawalls, parkways and park roads, sidewalks and trails, and stormwater systems. This requires employing a diverse range of talent including architects, engineers, landscape architects, planners, tradespeople as well as business, finance and administrative support who work together to support D&E’s mission. Our staff is unified by a passion for providing access to high quality public open space and outdoor recreation for all ages and abilities, and strive to improve visitor experience, enhance universal accessibility, and help modernize DCR’s facilities and resources to be more carbon neutral, energy independent, and resilient to climate change.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.