Town of Amherst 4 Boltwood Avenue Amherst, MA 01002 Company Description: The Town of Amherst seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community and strives toward racial equity and environmental sustainability. All are encouraged to apply. AA/EEO Salary Range: Location: Per Year MA Job Type: Category: Seasonal Government/Public Service Education Level: Work Experience: High School or Equivalent Preference: Nice to have Preference: Nice to have Skills/Certifications/Licences: Description: The Jones Library, Inc. seeks a detail-oriented, positive and energetic Gardener/Laborer to perform a variety of skilled/semi-skilled tasks related to the upkeep and maintenance of the Jones Library, North Amherst, and Kinsey Memorial Gardens. Duties include litter and trash removal from assigned areas; planting, seeding, weeding, pruning, sweeping, watering and raking; operating lawn care equipment including push mowers, leaf blowers and lawn trimmers and litter and trash removal from assigned areas, transporting debris for disposal. This is a seasonal, part-time position (May-October; 8 hours per week with a set morning or afternoon schedule). Please provide contact information for 3 professional references. The starting pay is $11.78 per hour. To apply online please visit amherstma.gov/jobs, or in person at the Jones Library Office, 43 Amity Street, Amherst. This position is open until filled. Amherst seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community. AA/EEO. Requirements: Requires high school diploma/GED, and any combination of experience or specialized training demonstrating ability to perform above duties safely and efficiently. Some knowledge of equipment, methods and procedures used in landscaping and maintenance of buildings and grounds; skill in operation of the listed tools and equipment. Demonstrated knowledge of proper care of both annual and perennial plantings, as well as shrubs, bushes, and trees. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time; ability to work safely; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the public. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.