Parks Maintenance Worker - Urban Parks - (Seasonal Position)
About the Job
In this position, you will perform a variety of maintenance tasks in parks and athletic areas.
Job Type
Seasonal
Work Schedule
- Normal work hours: 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
- Weekends required for special events, such as tournaments.
Work Location
Multiple locations in Colorado Springs, CO
Benefits
The anticipated season is six months long. Total hours worked will not exceed 1,500 annually. Benefits limited to those required by applicable state and federal laws, which include Worker's Compensation, Medicare, Unemployment Insurance, and PERA (Public Employees' Retirement Association).
Minimum Qualifications
- Six months of experience in irrigation
- Experience working in maintenance environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary driver’s license not subject to restrictions.
Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to work outside in all weather conditions and along high traffic areas. It also requires the ability to stand, sit, stoop, walk, climb, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds frequently.
Additional Information
We Are Looking For Candidates Who Demonstrate Ability to safely operate equipment such as trimmers, edgers, backpack blowers, walk-behind rototillers, and seeders
Ability to safely operate hand and power tools
Ability to safely operate assigned vehicles such as trucks and tractor
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a welcoming culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters a welcoming environment where people want to be
Note
Note: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.