Utility Worker

MIT Lincoln Laboratory
tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Lexington
244 Wood Street (Show on map)
Jul 29, 2025
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: JOIN OUR TALENT NETWORK Utility Worker Apply now Date: Jul 25, 2025 Location: Lexington, MA, US Company: MIT Lincoln Laboratory Job Description Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM. This position performs a variety of general labor duties in support of facilities operations. Responsibilities include assisting craft workers (such as carpenters, electricians, and HVAC mechanics), loading and unloading materials, moving and assembling furniture, and transporting sensitive or critical equipment. Tasks may also include operating hand tools, opening crates, installing signage, performing minor masonry and road repairs, and various groundskeeping duties. Additional duties involve preparing construction sites, custodial tasks including fluid clean-up, snow removal, minor vehicle maintenance, and painting of fixtures and building exteriors. The role also requires participation in 24-hour emergency response for snow removal and other facility-related incidents. Requirements Ability to assist skilled tradespeople in various tasks Experience with loading, unloading, and distributing construction/building materials Capable of digging, lifting, and carrying heavy loads Proficient in moving and assembling/disassembling furniture and equipment Familiarity with using hand tools and occasional use of special tools Ability to open crates, install posts/signs, and reattach doors Willingness to perform groundskeeping, landscaping, minor masonry, and road repairs Capable of preparing and cleaning construction sites safely Able to respond to spills, leaks, or floods with appropriate custodial action Available and willing to perform snow removal duties, including shoveling, on a mandatory basis Experience with painting outdoor fixtures and building exteriors Ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance (e.g., cleaning, refilling fluids, changing wipers or bulbs) Willingness to participate in 24-hour emergency response efforts as needed At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: * Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans * MIT-funded pension * Matching 401K * Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.) * Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs * Mentorship programs * A range of work-life balance options * ... and much more! Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts, and perks. Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance. MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required. Requisition ID: 42167 Nearest Major Market: Boston Job Segment: Security Clearance, Defense, Facilities, DoD, HVAC, Government, Operations Apply now Find similar jobs: