Parttime Seasonal Jobs in Suffield, CT (NOW HIRING)

The Town of West Hartford
Announces an Open Competitive Examination
For the Position of

Laborer I (Part-time Seasonal) Department of Public Works

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.  Employees in this classification work under the general supervision and/or direction of the Grounds Maintenance Manager.

Work Environment 

Work is generally performed under general direction and/or supervision.  Work involves moderate risks and /or discomforts which require safety precautions. Work requires frequent physical exertion to maintain and repair Westmoor Park gardens, grounds, trails, and facilities. There may be a frequent need to dig, shovel, bend and lift 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

• Plants, cultivates, weeds, sprays, fertilizes, trims and cares for gardens, turf, shrubs, trees and other plantings using a variety of hand and power tools/equipment in and around Westmoor Park.
• Mows lawns and fields.
• Sweeps, rakes, and shovels dirt, mulch, leaves, snow and other materials.
• Provides general care for all park facilities, parking lot, trails, barn, out buildings; participates in litter control.
• May be required to work with and provide direction to volunteers working within the scope of the job functions described here.
• Provide support and assistance to other Park employees.
• Learns and operates miscellaneous pieces of small or light equipment and machinery used in maintenance of the park and its facilities.
• Performs miscellaneous building and equipment maintenance and cleaning tasks as required.
• May be required to assist with special events at the park during weekends or evenings.
• 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 ability to lift and move objects and/or materials weighing up to 50 pounds, dig, shovel, and bend extensively and otherwise perform 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 adverse conditions of weather, temperature, dirt or noise.
• Ability and willingness 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.

Method of Selection:
                                                                           Weight                  Passing Score
            Oral Board (Interview)                             100%                             70
The Town reserves the right to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to participate in any portion of the selection process.  Candidates must achieve a passing score of seventy (70) on the oral examination in order to have their name placed on the Eligible List for this position.  
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 3/31/2026