Seasonal Laborer

Maintains parks facilities and fields

• Mows and trims park grounds.
• Provides general upkeep to park facilities and grounds.
• Repairs minor park equipment including park benches, picnic tables, playground equipment, etc.
• Aids in the operation of dump trucks and trash trucks with trash and debris disposal when assigned.
• Maintains the softball and baseball fields.
• Cleans and maintains park restrooms.
• Paints benches and tables as needed.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists in delivery of equipment for city sponsored events and projects.
• Might occasionally work with prison work release inmates.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Skills in effective operation of necessary equipment used in the daily maintenance of the park grounds and fields.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety requirements associated with equipment operation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which will include evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks with minimum supervision.

Material and Equipment Directly Used

• Operates a variety of equipment used in routine maintenance, including mowers, weed eaters, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, small hand tools and other equipment related to maintenance of parks and fields.
• May use personal vehicle for some occasions.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Majority of work is performed in an outdoor setting where weather conditions can vary from extreme heat and cold, with high levels of dust, dirt, fumes and noise.
• Physical activity includes prolonged standing, bending, stooping, lifting, walking and uses arms and hands frequently.
• Must have the ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 to 75 pounds and assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds.
• Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes.

Vacation and other leave scheduling

• Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Drug Screening and Background Check

• All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.
• The City is an equal opportunity employer.