Groundsworker - Seasonal

Essential Job Functions

• General cleaning of parks, including litter pick-up and emptying of garbage cans.
• Custodial care of parks buildings and restrooms.
• Operation of various power equipment including mowers, blowers and line-trimmers.
• Provide customer service for park users.
• Abate vandalism and hazard.
• Perform other routine maintenance assignments.

Working Conditions

• Sitting, standing, walking, crouching, stooping, squatting, reaching, crawling, twisting and climbing.
• Lifting and carrying tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Work outdoors, in inclement weather.
• Weekend shifts are possible.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years old.
• A high school diploma or tested equivalent.
• Some experience in construction and/or maintenance laborer experience.

Desirable Qualifications

• Paid or volunteer experience in landscaping/gardening.
• Possession at time of hire and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C Drivers' License and a safe driving record.

Selection Process

• Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position.
• Qualified candidate applications will be forwarded to the hiring department for review.
• Application materials will be evaluated for job-related skills, experience and education.
• Individuals with the best match to the position will be invited to participate in an interview.

Additional Information

• Contact information for further inquiries.

Information About Proof of Education

• Candidates are required to submit proof of their education.

Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association SEA Notice

• Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations.

Instructions for Completing the Supplemental Questionnaire

• This supplemental questionnaire will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position.
• The supplemental information that you provide will be evaluated along with your completed application.
• In answering the question(s), be as specific as you can.
• Note: qualifying experience and education history must be reflected on the job application form.