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Hackettstown Recreation - Maintenance Laborer

Under the direction of the Recreation Director or Maintenance Foreman, the employee will perform routine work in maintaining of our park grounds, athletic fields, pool facility and related equipment areas as required.

Job Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Must have the ability to follow instructions, work independently & work well with others

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, such as rain, snow, heat and cold

Operate lawn mowers, tractors, weed-whackers, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, snowblowers, hand tools and other equipment associated with ground maintenance and landscaping activities. Perform minor maintenance on mowers and other equipment including routine oil changes, lubricating parts, replacing parts, and making adjustments

Trim and cut grass at all recreation facilities

Assist with pool cleaning and maintenance at the community pool

Paint equipment and other items as required

Layout, groom & line athletic fields and other recreational/game areas. Maintain playgrounds, ball fields, and keep play areas free of debris and dangerous obstructions

Prepare facilities for picnics, athletic events, or any other scheduled special events

Pick up and remove trash on a regular basis from all recreation grounds

Perform safety checks on facilities and equipment

Shovel snow and ice from designated areas, sweeps walks and spreads salt.

Operate town-owned vehicles and other motorized equipment

Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Load and unload trucks

Perform manual labor, including lifting heavy objects (50 lbs.), bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods

Range of safety precautions, including the wearing of personal protective equipment.

Perform other work as required or assigned; will be required to work with Division of Public Works when needed

Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime when needed

Qualifications for Maintenance Laborer:

Must have a valid driver’s license

Mandatory background check (Sex Offender Screening, Drug, Alcohol & Driver’s License)

Be at least 18 years of age

High school diploma or GED

CDL preferred but not required

Must be punctual and dependable (Regular Hours are Monday through Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm)

Benefits/Compensation:

NJ State Health Benefits Plan

Salary commensurate with experience

Resume and application can be emailed to recreation@hackettstown.net or mailed to Hackettstown Recreation, PO Box 212, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

HACKETTSTOWN – PARKING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

Position:  Part Time
Phone Number: (908) 852-8660

Under supervisor direction, patrols designated areas and issues summonses for motor vehicles to
enforce state, county or municipal statutes
Job includes extensive walking of town in all climates of weather (with exception of extreme)
Hours are flexible Monday-Saturday
Salary range $18-$20 per hour (with yearly increases)
Enrolled in the NJ State DCRP pension for part time employees
Sick time/paid holidays
Uniforms provided
FBI background check is a MUST
Some minor maintenance of meters

contact: hbakerhpa@gmail.com 

Hackettstown Department of Public Works

Laborer 1 Wanted

Qualifications
*Available for overtime and must be able to work independently
*Mandatory background check, drug and alcohol, Driver's license check
*Must live within 1/2 hour of job location 

Benefits
*Salary to commensurate with experience 

JOB DESCRIPTION
Department of Public Works Laborer-Hackettstown Public Works is accepting applications for a full-time driver/laborer.  Duties include, but are not limited to manual labor, heavy lifting, road maintenance, paving, grass cutting, storm water maintenance, and snow plowing.  Applicant should possess a high school diploma or GED; valid driver's license, CDL preferred or must obtain within 1 year of employment.  Must be available for overtime and must be able to work independently.  Mandatory background check, drug and alcohol, driver's license check.  Hours of employment:  Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Salary to commensurate with experience.  

Resume and application can be e-mailed to dpw@hackettstown.net or mailed to Hackettstown DPW, 309 East Plane Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.

The Hackettstown Police Department is currently accepting applications for part-time Crossing Guards

Job Details:

• Shifts: Morning and afternoon (fill-in as needed)
• Pay Rate: $33.00 per hour
• Experience: No prior experience necessary—training will be provided

How to Apply: Applications are available at the Hackettstown Police Department, 215 West Stiger St, Hackettstown, NJ, or online at tinyurl.com/dxujacx4

Once completed, please drop off your application at the department. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Ptl. Kevin MacQuesten at 908-852-3302 or via email at kmacquesten@hackettstownpd.net.

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