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Classifieds - 7-25-24

Help Wanted

Town of Salisbury Highway Department: The Town of Salisbury is seeking a full-time crew member for the Highway Department. Must have and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B (Class A desirable) and a good driving record; Ability to learn and carry out assigned tasks requiring physical labor; Available to work in all weather conditions; Responsible operation of equipment and vehicles on town roads and grounds. Additional mechanical skills preferred. Please send cover letter and resume by August 9th, 2024 to townhall@salisburyct.us. For more information, please call 860-435-5170. The Town of Salisbury is an equal opportunity employer.

FAMILY RESOURCE ASSISTANT: To support North East Community Center Family Programs. Focus will be on Case Management and Family Support Resources (food, housing, utilities, etc.) for immigrant community. Associate’s or Bachelor’s in social work, human services, or related OR minimum 2 years experience required. Spanish language proficiency required. Please email resume and cover letter to info@neccmillerton.org. For more information, visit neccmillerton.org/employment.

Grounds/Maintenance Position: Berkshire School has an opening for an individual to perform routine seasonal outside maintenance and grounds work, and event set-ups and breakdowns. This position requires heavy lifting and the ability to work as an effective member of a team. Some weekend and holiday hours are mandatory. This is a full-time, year round position with excellent benefits. Interested parties should contact Gabe Starczewski, gstarczewski@berkshireschool.org, 413-229-1211.

THE TOWN OF SALISBURY Seeking a full-time Assistant Town Clerk: For more information or to send a cover letter and resume, please email: townclerk@salisburyct.us. You may also view a full job description on the Town website: www.salisburyct.us and click on Employment Opportunities. Applications must be received by July 26, 2024. The Town of Salisbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Weatogue Stables: Looking for weekend and afternoon stable help. (More hours possible) Feeding, turnout, barn cleaning, etc. Experience preferred. Come join our great team! Contact Bobbi at 860-307-8531.

YARD WORKER WANTED: General yard worker wanted for a home on the Amenia/Sharon border. Planting, mulch, weed-whacking, weeding, hedge trimming etc. About 6 hours per week. $15-$20/hour depending on experience. Call or text Paul at 203- 912 -4923.

Services Offered

Are you looking for a Personal Assistant?: Scheduling and confirming appointments, managing emails and contacts, itineraries and travel, organizing events and projects and much more. Contact Samantha @ samanthabcullen@gmail.com.

Carpenter and tile setter: now offering handyman services. Over 35 years experience. 413-229-0260 or email at tylerhomeprop@yahoo.com.

Lamp repair and rewiring: Serving the Northwest Corner. 413-717-2494.

David Valyou Carpenter / Builder / Handy-man services: homes and barns my specialty. complete renovations and repairs. 20+ years serving CT MA NY. + insured. Based in Canaan CT. 917-538-1617 text or call. email-davidvalyou@yahoo.com.

Hector Pacay Service: House Remodeling, Landscaping, Lawn mowing, Garden mulch, Painting, Gutters, Pruning, Stump Grinding, Chipping, Tree work, Brush removal, Fence, Patio, Carpenter/decks, Masonry. Spring and Fall Cleanup. Commercial & Residential. Fully insured. 845-636-3212.

I offer house cleaning Commercial & Residential: Office cleaning, weekly, biweekly, monthly, one time. You will love the results. Contact Maria. 845-366-0107.

Need your house cleaned?: Gardens beautified? Our multi-talented team is ready to help. Over 25 years of experience with home cleaning, organizing, de-cluttering, and air bnb rentals. All phases of garden care, from clean up to maintenance, pruning and small scale installation. Call Emily to set up a consultation. 413-854-8626

Antique & Classic Cars

For Sale 1930 Model A Ford: Four Door Sedan, Looks Great, Runs Well, Interesting History. $13,500.00 OBO, Call 413- 229-2510 For Pics. Email tapart70@gmail.com.

Antiques & Collectibles

MID CENTURY FURNITURE WANTED. BUYING: 1950’s-1970’s designer modern furniture and lighting. Danish, French, Italian and American design. Eames, Knoll, Herman Miller, Nakashima, Wegner, Noguchi Etc. Open Air Modern 718.383.6465 info@openairmodern.com.

Misc. For Sale

2017 StarCraft Mini Comet Camper:17 ft. Has one slide out, queen size bed, heavy duty trailer hitch, roll out awning. Very good condition. Great starter camper. Sleeps 4 people. $9,000. 860-309-2543.

Building Materials

Local electrical contractor: David Seitz, who is retiring, has equipment and material for sale. If you are just starting out, this could be a boost to your business. Contact David through Janet Manko at 860-671-0254. Serious inquiries only, please.

Tag Sales

Lakeville, CT

Tag Sale: July 27 & 28. 54 Farnum Road, Lakeville: 9-3

Millerton, NY

Multi-family yard sales: July 27, 9-3. 233 Carson Rd, Millerton, NY. Wide variety of items. No early birds.

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