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Park Maintenance (Seasonal)

  • Type:Seasonal
  • Salary/Pay Rate:$18.04 - $25 per hour
  • Posted Date:01/05/2026 3:50 pm
  • Deadline to Apply:03/31/2026 4:30 pm

Dedham Parks & Recreation is seeking reliable and hardworking seasonal Park Maintenance staff to support the overall operation and upkeep of Town parks, facilities, and green spaces. Positions will assist with maintenance duties at parks, the Recreation Center, Town Pool, athletic fields, and other Town of Dedham locations.

The purpose of this role is to help ensure facilities and grounds are safe, professionally maintained, and aesthetically appealing for community use.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Maintenance and preparation of athletic fields.
  • Mowing, weeding, tilling, raking, and other general groundskeeping tasks.
  • Manual labor, including lifting heavy materials and working in adverse weather condition.
  • Janitorial duties in park facilities, including litter pickup and disposal.
  • Set-up and breakdown for special events, including field grooming.
  • Operation of equipment such as park vehicles, mowers, and related machinery.
  • Other duties as assigned to support Parks & Recreation operations.

Requirements:

  • Ability to lift and carry 30–70 pounds regularly.
  • Valid driver's license in good standing.
  • Ability to work in outdoor conditions.
  • Ability to use or learn to use a variety of tools and equipment.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work productively with limited supervision.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must receive an acceptable CORI/SORI report prior to starting work.

How to Apply
Please use this link to apply online.

The Town of Dedham is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V and does not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status. We celebrate our diverse community by respecting and appreciating our individual differences. Our inclusive culture energizes all of us to belong, collaborate, and grow.

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About the Town of Dedham

The Town of Dedham is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Dedham is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.