City of Springfield jobs in Springfield, MA - 31 jobs

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for the collection of refuse from roll out containers and transport of refuse to the Resources Recovery Plant at BondiIsland or other designated disposal site. Work requires a considerable amount of stop and go driving. Requires a high degree of manual dexterity and must load the refuse collection vehicle at a specific rate of productivity. Work is performed under the supervision of a Department of Public Works supervisor, who reviews work through inspections and conferences. No supervision is ordinarily exercised over the other employees. Essential Functions * Operates the semi-automated refuse collection vehicle. * Collects refuse from properly placed roll out container carts. Exits the vehicle to properly position the container or perform other duties such as, but not limited to, issuing warning/violation notices. * Loads the refuse from roll out container carts into the truck by use of the semi-automated flipper. Controls flipper by levers or buttons on a control panel. Loads loose rubbish outside of the container into the truck as may be necessary. * Transports loaded vehicle to the Resource Recovery Plant at BondiIsland. Returns to the route, if needed, where left off for completion of daily work assignment. * Assists other operators, as may be necessary, in order to maintain collection schedules. * Performs routine vehicle maintenance. Checks to make sure vehicle is operating properly and safely; cleans, greases, and washes truck daily, or as required. * Fills out daily drive sheet and submits to office as required. Keeps simple daily activity record. Issues warning notices or information along assigned routes to repeat ordinance violators. * Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of the operations, care of and minor maintenance to semi-automated collection vehicles, or the ability to follow City provided training on the operations, care of and minor maintenance to the semi-automated collection vehicles. * Considerable knowledge of defensive drive theory and traffic laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. * Ability to perform tasks of loading and operating vehicles which require considerable agility. * Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. * Ability to follow assigned routing systems for refuse collection. * Ability to provide daily written reports of work performed and problems encountered. * Ability to deal with residents in a professional manner in order to resolve problems or answer questions regarding work performed. Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent. * Minimum of one year of experience in driving large vehicles on the streets and highways within the City of Springfield.

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for performing maintenance of all parks property. Supervision received may vary from close to moderately close depending upon the experience of the incumbent and the degree of variance from routine. No supervision is ordinarily exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Maintains park property by mowing, weeding, and trimming grass. * Removes garbage. * Cleans bathrooms. * Trims vegetation. * Shovels snow, breaks ice, spreads sand, sets out and maintains sand and salt boxes, and performs similar tasks in connection with snow removal operations. * Rakes leaves and seeds, fertilizes, weeds, and mows grass. Shovels, rakes, and grades loam. Trims trees and brush; picks up paper, trash and debris; cleans ponds. * Loads and unloads material, equipment and supplies. * Works with pick and shovel. Lifts and places materials. Redirects traffic, cleans up debris, places barricades and lanterns, and performs similar tasks in assisting more skilled workers on constructions, maintenance and repair projects. * Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Some knowledge of the use of tools, equipment and materials commonly employed in municipal construction and maintenance work. * Ability to understand and follow oral instructions. * Ability to perform manual laboring tasks for extended periods, frequently under adverse weather conditions. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent.

/Summary Responsible for providing reference and resource information and material and programs to the general public for the City of Springfield's Library Department.Responsible for assisting patrons to find and use library materials or provide referral to other sources and other similar duties pertaining to the Information Services department. Work is performed in accordance with accepted practices and procedures in the field of library sciences related to reference and resource material with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent professional judgment under the general direction of the Branch Manager or Manager of Public Services who reviews work through observation, reports and conferences. Supervision maybe exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Provides reference and instructional services to the general public, branches and regional libraries. Monitors performance of the periodicals collection.Assists the Internet Services Librarian in web maintenance.Oversees the production of bibliographic aids and performs similar duties affecting system wide operations as required. * Participates in the common work of the department including outreach, books by mail, formal instruction, collection development, web development and maintenance, compilation of bibliographies and other reader advisory products, displays, etc. * Plans, schedules and implements bibliographic instruction and other programs for students, special interest groups or the general public in the use of library services and collection. Participates in system-wide staff training program. * Initiates and engages in special projects that analyze, design and develop special services for various diverse audiences. Participates individually or in work teams to make recommendations for new initiatives or changes in service as they relate to the overall operation of the reference desks. * Keeps abreast of developments and technological advances in the library field, current events, popular reading interests, and other issues necessary to maintaining awareness of public information needs.Conducts informal training of other personnel to increase awareness of methods and practices. * Performs routine tasks such a taking payments for microform copies, counting daily cash receipts, keeping statistics, re-filing and re-shelving ready-reference materials. * Performs other similar duties as responsibility and necessity dictate or requested by supervisor. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Thorough knowledge of information provision theory and practice. * Specialized knowledge of reading interests and developmental stages of children and teens. * Ability to demonstrate vision, strategic thinking, collaboration and inclusive leadership skills, flexibility and adaptability and a willingness to embrace and drive change. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. * Creative problem solving skills. Education and Experience * Bachelor's degree and completion of an American Library Association accredited Master of Library Science. * Two or more years of experience in a library environment.

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position.This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for overseeing aspects of the maintenance, operation, and management of grounds at municipal golf courses. Work is performed under the supervision of the Greens Superintendent. Supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Assists in managing and maintaining properties which may include:golf course and practice areas, maintenance equipment, clubhouse grounds and landscaping, restrooms and potable water on course, open spaces, wooded areas, unused acreage and areas outside the perimeter fence, sod farm and nursery, and other properties as specified by the Superintendent of Public Parks. * Oversees the spraying of tees, greens, and fairways. * Supervises irrigation repairs and maintenance to various equipment. * Assists in the planning of some maintenance and project work. * Oversees greens crew and relevant training. * Assists in acquiring equipment and purchasing necessary supplies to maintain club properties.Oversees inventory control and the equipment maintenance programs. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Requires general knowledge of agronomy and turf grass management practice. * Requires knowledge on irrigation systems and golf course equipment. * Requires a high degree of administrative and executive ability, especially in terms of problem solving and decision making. * Requires current state certification or licensing as a pesticide applicator. Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent. * Minimum of three years experience working with golf courses, turf management and related equipment.

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for the maintenance and repair of the Springfield School's heat systems and related equipment including all pneumatic control systems, thermostats and other devices. Work is performed with considerable independence in accordance with accepted trade practices adapted to municipal requirements under the general direction of a supervisor of higher grade who reviews work through inspections for conformance to established departmental standards. No supervision is exercised over other staff. Essential Functions * Repairs and maintains pneumatic thermostat and controls. * Removes, repairs and reinstalls pumps. * Stops and repairs leaks as they occur. * Maintains and replaces all system pipes and valves as needed. * Completes reactive and preventative maintenance paperwork. * Assists in emergencies as needed. * Works according to the schedule prepared by the supervisor. * Returns all work areas to a clean, neat, orderly and safe condition. * Learns, understands and complies with fire, safety, and other emergency practices. * Participates in training directed at increasing maintenance and other job-related skills. * Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, equipment, and techniques of the trade. * Ability to keep records of activities performed. * Ability to read and understand blueprints and drawings. * Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. * Ability to locate, diagnose, and correct defects and malfunctions on a variety of heat system equipment. * Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. * Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials of the trade. Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent, including or supplemented by technical courses relating to the trade. * Minimum of two years of experience as a skilled heat system mechanic.

/Summary This is routine recreation work in conducting assigned activities of a municipal skating-hockey rink. Work involves responsibility for assisting in assigned aspects of organizing, coordinating, promoting, and leading hockey and skating programs. Work is performed in accordance with standard recreational practices and procedures under the supervision of the Rink Manager who assigns activities and reviews work through conferences and observation. No supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Assists in the planning, organizing, coordinating, and promoting hockey leagues of all ages * Assists in the planning, organizing,and directing of classes in figure skating and promoting clinics for instructional skating * Acts as scorer or timer of hockey games conducted at the rink * Enforces rules and procedures providing for the safety of public skating rink patrons * Preserves order among patrons and protects property during skating sessions * Assists in maintaining the condition of ice surfaces by operation of scraping and related equipment * Assists in keeping rink and related structures in clean and orderly conditions * Performs related work as required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Working knowledge of the techniques, rules, materials, and equipment of hockey and skating activities * Working knowledge of the rules and regulations governing conduct of facility users * Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in work performed * Some knowledge of planning special events and of first aid * Ability to organize, lead, and participate in hockey games and activities suited to needs and desires of participants * Ability to understand and follow oral instructions. * Ability to deal effectively and courteously with the public. * Ability in performing and teaching skating skills Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent preferred * Considerable experience in skating and in assisting in organizing and promoting hockey leagues and skating instruction

Job Description Resets Remodel Senior Lead Travel. Lead. Build the Future. Are you ready to lead remodel projects across the Midwest and northeast? SPAR, a leader in retail construction and merchandising, is hiring Resets Remodel Senior Leads to join our dynamic overnight reset and remodel team. This is your chance to take charge, travel extensively, and grow into a long-term leadership role with competitive pay and full benefits. About the Role: As a Senior Lead, you'll supervise a 3-5 person team on high-impact remodels at big box home improvement stores. This role is 100% travel-based - you'll be on the road for extended periods, working across multiple states and staying ahead of the game with hands-on work involving heavy steel racking, shelving, fixtures, and store resets. Expect to spend weeks or months at a time servicing projects outside of your home state. If you're a reliable problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants a pathway to a long-term career in retail construction, we want to hear from you! Why Join SPAR? Certification-to-Career Track Start at $21/hour during training. Upon successful certification, get promoted to Senior Lead with a full-time salary of $52,000/year, plus benefits! Extensive Travel This role is made for road warriors - expect to be continuously on assignment outside your home state. Travel Perks All hotel accommodations provided Meal per diem, tolls, and approved expenses covered Mileage reimbursement Career Growth Senior Leads are on the path to District Operations Manager Shift Schedule: Overnight Shifts: Monday to Friday, 9:00 PM - 6:00 AM Key Responsibilities: Lead and motivate a 3-5 person team on overnight retail remodels Remove and replace damaged steel racking and shelving systems Reconfigure pallet racking and cantilever towers Install fixtures and update store signage/schematics Ensure safety, quality, and compliance on every site Perform physical work (lifting up to 50 lbs.) and climb ladders as needed What You Bring: Prior construction, carpentry, or remodel experience required Comfort working at heights (up to 20 ft.) Ability to travel extensively and work overnight shifts Skilled in reading blueprints and store layouts Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic reporting systems Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Must own basic hand tools (mechanic set, gloves, utility knife) Reliable transportation, valid driver's license preferred Steel-toe boots required; professional appearance expected Take the Lead - Start Building Your Career Today! This is more than just a job - it's a stepping stone to a long-term career in retail operations and construction leadership. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, hit the road, and lead from the front, APPLY NOW! SPAR Marketing Force works with national retail stores managing their new store set ups or full store remodels SPAR provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SPAR complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SPAR expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SPAR's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for manual labor work including a variety of trade or craft duties at less than the journeyman level and considered to be of a "handyman" nature in the upkeep, construction, repair and maintenance of facilities and other projects of municipal public works. Maintenance work is involved which calls for a limited knowledge of skills associated with a variety of trades or crafts, but excludes positions or work requiring a predominant knowledge of any one trade or craft. Work involves the performance and assignment to any job of relatively unskilled and routine manual laboring tasks ordinarily requiring the exercise of considerable physical strength and endurance. Supervision received may vary from close to moderately close depending upon the experience of the incumbent and the degree of variance from routine. No supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Assists skilled tradesmen and workers as assigned in masonry, painting, cementing or other types of work involving departmental projects. * Makes miscellaneous repairs on facilities, roadways or other structures. * Repairs brick or block foundations, manholes and catch basins, and assists in building concrete forms. * Repairs pavement and stone lining. Mixes mortar and cement. * Collects rubbish to help maintain regular collection schedules. * Sweeps streets and gutters and loads sweepings onto trucks. * Cleans out clogged catch basins, culverts, drains, well holes, and manholes. Cleans and flushes sewers. * Breaks pavement and spreads, smooths, irons asphalt mix. Sprays emulsion, operates rock boxes, and performs similar tasks in surface treating road sections and repairing pavement or sidewalk defects. * Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Working knowledge of semi-skilled work required to assist skilled tradesmen and workers in masonry, painting, cementing or other types of work involving departmental projects. * Knowledge of the use of tools, equipment, and materials commonly employed in municipal construction and maintenance work. * Ability to perform manual labor tasks for extended periods, frequently under adverse weather conditions. * Ability to understand and follow oral instructions. Education and Experience Three years of experience in semi-skilled work required to assist skilled tradesmen and workers in masonry, painting, cementing or other types of work involving municipal public works projects.

/Summary This is a specialized, part-time recreation work in conducting a variety of programming opportunities including: staffing a community center, the open-gym program, evening recreation program, and the summer enrichment program. Work involves responsibility for exercising leadership in the Park Department's recreational programs as well as in other seasonal special events.Work is performed in the area of specialization, under supervision, in accordance with standard recreational practices and procedures. Supervision may be exercised over other seasonal recreational personnel. Essential Functions * Plans and develops city-wide recreational programs in the observance of special events including operating a community center and summer, open gym, and evening recreation programs * Organizes and coordinates special recreational events including summer and evening gym programs on a city-wide basis * Organizes and instructs volunteer and neighborhood groups and individuals assisting in these programs * Evaluates programs, makes recommendations, requisitions necessary equipment and supplies, schedules use of the community center, and makes periodic activity reports * Performs related work as required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of the techniques, methods, materials, and equipment involved in conducting city-wide recreation programs and special events of all types; scheduling of use of a community center and maintaining open space * Considerable knowledge of rules and regulations governing conduct of park facility and equipment * Some knowledge of first aid * Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate a varied program of special events and seasonal programming * Ability to enforce facility rules and regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with recreational personnel and facility users * Skill in performing and teaching recreational activities Education and Experience * Experience in planning, organizing, and supervising special event and seasonal programs preferred * Work experience in recreation or related field preferred

/Summary Responsible for providing assistance to stray, lost, ill, injured, and abandoned animals. Work is involved with enforcing all City and state laws and ordinances regarding animals. Work is performed under the supervision of the TJO Executive Director. No supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Serves as a professional and courteous representative of the Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center. Serves as a role model for the public and volunteers, ensuring that a positive approach is maintained with the public at all times. * Possesses knowledge of animal capture and handling techniques. * Ensures that proper care and attention is provided to all animals in the facility's custody in accordance with the facility's policies, procedures and any applicable laws. * Assists with selection of animals to be euthanized as knowledge of animal allows. Shares any credible knowledge of animal's health or behavior to ensure responsible disposition of animals according to the procedure established by the facility. * Investigates animal bite reports, advising both owner and victim of procedures and options. * Adheres to systems, methods, and procedures in accordance with modern humane and business practices and those practices employed by comparable humane societies and animal control facilities. * Analyzes all relevant data and information related to the facility's activities, and prepares required proposals, reports and recommendations. * Maintains appropriate relationships with other public service organizations, municipal governments, vendors, news media, and the community to enhance the facility's image and to aid in attaining its objectives. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Ability and skill to deal with unruly, vicious, and dangerous animals in a humane manner. * Ability to deal diplomatically with peers and the public. * Ability to communicate in the English language. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred. Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent. * Minimum of two years in animal welfare/control.

/Summary Responsible for providing adult students with appropriate instruction to develop their skills in literacy, language, math and areas related to their own goals. Work is performed under the supervision of the Adult Literacy Manager. No supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Reviews lesson plans and materials. * Implements plans with groups of adult learners.Teaches subjects including reading, phonics, vocabulary, writing, math, current events, and history. * Takes attendance and provides written feedback to teacher. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Ability to teach to a variety of knowledge and skill levels. * Ability to follow teacher's written lesson plans and interact well with students. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. Education and Experience * Bachelor's degree in a related field. * Experience teaching adult basic reading, writing, and mathematics. Computer skills also required.

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for the application of journeyman skills and knowledge in fabricating, installing and repairing municipal sheet metal equipment and articles and in laying and repairing roofs of municipal buildings. Work is performed under general supervision is accordance with municipal building cods and standard trade practices with review through inspection during process and upon completion. Work instructions may be oral or written and are accompanied by sketches or drawings when necessary. No supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Studies drawings and specifications. Installs, assembles, repairs, maintains sheet metal components of hot air heating, ventilating, exhaust, and blow pipe systems. * Fabricates, assembles, installs, alters and repairs metal structures, equipment, and articles such as lavatory walls and partitions, fire doors, shelves, lockers, cabinets, tanks, boxes, fences, grills, grates, louvers; repairs radiators, smoke stacks, fire escapes, and elevator sidings, cables and gates. * Fabricates, installs, and repairs sheet metal roofs, gutters, leaders, cornices, copies, skylights, flashing, and other roof brakes to bend metal, and mallets, soldering tools, and other hand tools to lay the roof. * Lays and repairs slate roofs by covering sheathing with roofing felt and aligning slate, punching holes in slate for nailing to sheathing, fitting slate to ridges, valleys, and edges, and nailing metal flashing at angles of intersection. * Lays and repairs asphalt, tar, and gravel roofs by applying alternate layers of hot tar and asphalt and a surface layer of gravel. * Lays and repairs all kinds of commercial compositions for surfacing roofs by cutting composition to fit corners, pipes, and other objects, and nailing or cementing composition to roof base and flashing to side walls. * Supervises a helper engaged in semiskilled and manual tasks related to the trade. * Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, equipment, processes and techniques on the sheet metal work trade. * Considerable knowledge of pertinent sections of the municipal building codes. * Ability to work from written and oral instructions, sketches and drawings. * Skill in the use of tools, equipment, and materials of the trade.

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for the maintenance and repair of the City's air conditioning systems and equipment. Work is performed with considerable independence in accordance with accepted trade practices adapted to municipal requirements under the general direction of a supervisor of higher grade who reviews work through inspections for conformance to established departmental standards. No supervision is exercised over other staff. Essential Functions * Restores air conditioning equipment to original operating standards. * Modifies equipment as needed to ensure future reliability. * Troubleshoots and repairs air conditioning equipment and control systems. * Completes reactive and preventative maintenance paperwork. * Assists in emergencies as needed. * Works according to the schedule prepared by the supervisor. * Returns all work areas to a clean, neat, orderly and safe condition. * Learns, understands and complies with fire, safety, and other emergency practices. * Participates in training directed at increasing maintenance and other job-related skills. * Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, equipment, and techniques of the trade. * Ability to keep records of activities performed. * Ability to read and understand blueprints and drawings. * Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. * Ability to locate, diagnose, and correct defects and malfunctions on a variety of air conditioning equipment. * Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. * Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials of the trade. Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent, including or supplemented by technical courses relating to the trade. * Minimum of two years of experience as a skilled air conditioning mechanic.

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for the application of journeyman skills and knowledge in repairing and maintaining fire apparatus, equipment, and tools. Work is performed under supervision in accordance with standard trade practices adapted to specialized departmental requirements and standards. Work assignments are ordinarily oral and may be accompanied by sketches or blueprints with inspection during process and upon completion. No supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Overhauls, repairs, reproduces unavailable parts, tests, and maintains in effective readiness, motors, ignition systems, transmissions, rear ends, steering and braking mechanisms, chassis, and bodies of specialized fire apparatus, such as aerial ladder trucks, pumpers, and rescue trucks, as well as standard passenger cars and maintenance trucks. * Fuels and maintains operating condition of firefighting apparatus and equipment, including pumps, engines, lighting plants, and oxygen equipment. Procures special equipment. * Repairs, tests, maintains, and installs firefighting equipment, such as pumps, ground, deck, deluge guns, gas masks, inhalators, resuscitators, extinguishers, smoke ejectors, lighting plants, salvage and roof covers, outboard motorboats, life nets, lines, and guns. * Repairs, tests, and maintains a variety of fire ladders, such as extension, straight wall, roof, and manually and hydraulically operated aerial ladders, as well as fire hoses and fittings. * Repairs, and maintains firefighting tools, such as standard and specialized axes, saws, picks, sledges, cutters, crowbars, hooks, and jimmies. * Operates, repairs, and maintains machine shop equipment, such as lathe, drill press, power saw, grinder, expander, and welding machinery. * Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of the methods, techniques, materials, and tools used in repairing and maintaining both standard motor vehicles and specialized fire apparatus and equipment. * Working knowledge of the operating principles of internal combustion engines. * Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions. * Ability to locate, diagnose, and correct defects and malfunctions in both standard motor vehicles and specialized firefighting apparatus and equipment. * Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. * Skill in the use and care of tools employed in all phases of the work. Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent, including or supplemented by technical courses relating to the trade. * Minimum of five years of experience as a skilled automotive mechanic, including experience in repairing heavy-duty automotive equipment.

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of al applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for maintaining all traffic signals in the City and responding to all traffic signal emergencies. Work is performed under supervision of the Traffic Engineering Foreman. No supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Maintains, repairs and replaces traffic signals and control boxes across the City. * Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, equipment, and techniques of the trade. * Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. * Knowledge of traffic signal electronics. * Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. * Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials of the trade. Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent, including or supplemented by technical courses relating to the trade.

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for the propagation, cultivation, and care of shrubs, plants, and ornamental flowers on all municipal properties. Working involves responsibility for planning, organizing and performing various horticultural activities in municipal parks, terraces, golf courses and other open spaces. Work is performed with considerable independence in accordance with accepted horticultural practices under direction of the Forest Park Coordinator. No supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Performs skilled landscaped maintenance, including planting, renovating, pruning, weeding, cleaning, mulching, watering, and fertilizing on a wide variety of ornamental trees, shrubs, grasses, ground covers, annuals, and perennials. * Responsible for the care of diverse plantings of trees, shrubs, vines, perennials, grasses, and bulbs. * Responsible for planting, transplanting, and propagation of plant material. * Performs skilled turf maintenance including mowing, weed-eating, edging, raking, aerating, fertilizing, seeding, and leaf mulching. * Works in greenhouse preparing soils, seeding, budding, grafting, watering, dusting, spraying, and weeding. * Sows, germinates, and transplants seeds indoors; maintains and stores flower seeds, bulbs and tubers. * Weeds shrubs and flower beds along with preparing outdoor flower beds and transplants flowers; deadheads annuals and perennials. * Creates, hangs, maintains park signage, and removes litter. * Tends, digs, and stores perennial roots and bulbs through the fall and winter seasons. * Scouts for pests and diseases. * Assists in snow removal operation. * Interacts with park patrons in a professional manner; answers questions on plants, flowers, and shrubs. * Performs routine maintenance on tools, power equipment, and other motorized items. * Related works as needed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of practical gardening and of the methods of raising and caring for flowers and plants in greenhouses or outdoors beds. * Knowledge of plants, shrubs, trees, and flowers indigenous to Western Massachusetts and their care and maintenance requirements. * Considerable knowledge of landscaping and horticultural practices. * Ability to work in all weather and temperature conditions. * Ability to perform general routine and maintenance on tools and equipment. * Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public. Education and Experience * Two (2) years of gardening experience or education in gardening, horticulture or a related field. * Valid Massachusetts State Driver' License preferred.

/Summary Responsible for performing elementary and routine police tasks, chiefly of the clerical nature, not requiring the exercise of police powers and performed at the training level. Work is performed under close supervision of the Police Sergeant in accordance with well-established procedures. No supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Performs elementary and routine police tasks, chiefly of a clerical nature, not requiring the exercise of police powers, and performed to acquire knowledge of departmental functions and procedures. * Maintains and files records, operates office machines, answers telephones, codes messages, receives complaints, enters and indexes official documents, acts as escort, guide and messenger, prepares and tabulates facts and figures for statistical purposes. * Performs other related duties. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Ability to learn police theories, policies and practices through in-service training, seminars, formal college courses and work assignments. * Ability to observe situations analytically and objectively and to record them clearly and completely. * Ability to adhere to prescribed routines and to develop some skill in the operation of standard or other office machines. * Ability to maintain a variety of police records and to prepare routine reports from such records. * Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public. Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent. * Must be between the ages of 17 1/2-23yrs by the date of the exam. Must be 18 by the date of hire. * Possess a valid Massachusetts Driver's License

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of automobiles, trucks, specialized construction and maintenance equipment, and other automotive and/or related motorized equipment. Work is performed with considerable supervision in accordance with accepted trade practices adapted to municipal requirements under the general direction of a Foreman who reviews work through inspections for conformance to established departmental standards. No supervision is exercised over other employees. Essential Functions * Maintains, repairs, and overhauls passenger vehicles, trucks and other specialized municipal construction and maintenance equipment. * Repairs, adjusts, replaces brakes, transmissions, rear ends, differentials, clutches, axels, cooling systems, shock absorbers, steering boxes, posts, tie rod ends, gears, shafts, cams, drag links, king pins, bushings and bearings. * Determines what parts are needed to repair vehicles and has stock room order such. * Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, equipment, and techniques of the trade. * Considerable knowledge of the operating principles of both diesel and gas-powered internal combustion engines. * Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. * Ability to locate, diagnose, and correct defects and malfunctions of a variety of automotive and related equipment. * Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. * Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials of the trade. Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent, including or supplemented by technical courses relating to the trade. * Three years of experience as a skilled automotive mechanic.

/Summary * Please note that this is a Civil Service position. This position is not currently open, should there become an opening we will hire off of the list of applicants starting with the oldest application date.* APPLICATION FOR CITY OF SPRINGFIELD LABOR SERVICE Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of filing application. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The name of an applicant will remain on the Labor Service register for the job title which he or she is registered for a period of not more than 5 years from the date of registration, subject to a renewal of registration as provided in Section 28, Chapter 31 of the General Laws, and subject to compliance with other applicable provisions of the Civil Service law and rules. Responsible for carpentry related maintenance and repair of City buildings. Work is performed under supervision of a Foreman in accordance with accepted trade practices with review through inspections during process and upon completion for conformance to established departmental standards. Supervision may be exercised over assigned helpers. Essential Functions * Constructs, alters, and repairs City structures. * Repairs and maintains doors, hinges, drywall, suspended ceilings, tile, outside decks and stairs. * Builds offices, classrooms, closets through framing, dry walling and trimming. * Installs whiteboards, shelving and overhead screens. * Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, equipment processes, and techniques of the work performed. * Considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in work performed. * Some knowledge of the fundamentals of a variety of skilled trades. * Ability to work from written and oral instructions, sketches, and drawings. * Ability to supervise the work of assigned helpers. * Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials employed in the work performed. Education and Experience * High school diploma or equivalent, including or supplemented by training in a specialized trade. * Minimum of three years of experience in the work performed