DPW Summer Maintenance & Grounds Staff

Who We Are: MassDevelopment, Massachusetts’ premier development finance agency and land bank, collaborates with businesses, nonprofits, financial institutions, and municipalities to catalyze economic growth across the Commonwealth. Our mission is anchored in three core pillars: driving business innovation, accelerating economic development, and empowering communities, and rooted in the principles of access, equity, and inclusion, we are committed to fostering a thriving, resilient economy.

Join our Team this Summer!

Schedule: Full Time (40 hours/week) | Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm | June 1, 2026 – August 28, 2026

Looking to spend your summer outdoors, stay active, and make a real impact on your community? Join Devens Public Works & Recreation team as a Summer Maintenance & Grounds Staff Member! This is the perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, being outside, and supporting community events.

What You'll Do

• Work full-time between May and August to help keep Devens looking at its best. Length of assignment is negotiable
• Support the upkeep of parks, facilities, roads, and community buildings.
• Mow lawns, line trim, weed, and perform general landscaping tasks.
• Help prepare fields for games and events — think layout, lining, setup, breakdown, trash removal and more.
• Provide support for community events during weekdays and weekends
• Operate department vehicles and equipment
• Jump in where needed

What We’re Looking For

• You’re at least 18 years old.
• You have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• You know how to interact with the public in a professional manner.
• You can lift/move up to 25 lbs. and are comfortable with physical, outdoor work.
• You have basic knowledge of tools and safe operation of maintenance equipment.
• You’re reliable, self-motivated, and can work both solo and with a team.
• You’re open to occasional weekend work and have a positive, can-do attitude.