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Position Type:
Service Workers
Date Posted:
4/30/2026
Location:
Town Hall
Date Available:
TBD
The Town of West Hartford
Announces an Open Competitive Examination
For the Position of
Laborer I (Part-time Seasonal) - Parks and Pools
APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ELECTRONICALLY
Application Deadline: Salary Range:
Position open until filled $16.94 - $21.94/hour
Job Purpose
To perform unskilled and semi-skilled work of a manual nature in various Town operations. Employees in this classification work under the general supervision and/or direction of Town personnel.
Work Environment
Work is generally performed under general direction and/or supervision. Work involves moderate risks and/or discomforts which requires safety precautions. Work requires frequent physical exertion to repair and maintain town parks, pools and facilities. Frequent need to dig, shovel, bend and lift weights of up to 50 pounds repetitively. Will be exposed to noise, dirt, outdoor temperature and weather extremes, and other uncomfortable and disagreeable conditions.
Essential Job Functions
• Perform routine pool maintenance, including water testing and general upkeep.
• Assist with landscape maintenance such as mowing, trimming, and grounds care using a variety of hand and power tools/equipment in and around municipal properties.
• Conduct janitorial duties in park and pool facilities.
• Support general facilities maintenance as assigned.
• Operate a town vehicle to travel between worksites.
• Work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Stand for extended periods while completing tasks.
• Provides support and assistance to other municipal employees.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Performs the above responsibilities in the work environment described above.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of safety procedures.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions.
• Sufficient strength and physical agility to lift and move objects and/or materials weighing up to 75 pounds. Digs, shovels, and bends extensively and otherwise performs heavy physical labor.
• Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and courteous manner.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability and willingness to work under severely adverse conditions of weather, temperature, dirt or noise.
• Willingness and ability to work under conditions of considerable personal hazard arising from the nature of tools used and amount and type of physical activity required.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduate or an equivalent combination of education and experience in manual labor. Possession of valid Connecticut Driver's license preferred and a driving record in accordance with the Town of West Hartford Driving Policy.
Note: In accordance with state and federal law, individuals under the age of 18 will be limited in the equipment/machinery they are permitted to use or functions performed. Hours of work will also be in conformance with state and federal regulation.
Application Process
The Application for Employment may be accessed from the Town of West Hartford website at www.westhartfordct.gov under "Jobs". Your resume and letter of interest may be linked to your application. All application materials must be received by the application deadline.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
It is the policy of the Town of West Hartford that discrimination in any way on the basis race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity/expression, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, military/veteran status, political belief, criminal record, disability or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements and any exceptions under applicable state or federal law toward employees is strictly prohibited and will be not be tolerated.
The above description is intended as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed and are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. It is intended as a guide for personnel actions and must not be taken as a complete itemization of all facets of any job. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The Town of West Hartford provides reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation on the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 860-561-7488 or email Alan Horner.
Individuals who do not have access to a computer or need assistance completing an online application may visit the Noah Webster Library or its branches for access and assistance.
AH 4/30/26