Seasonal Groundskeeper

Seasonal Groundskeeper page is loaded## Seasonal Groundskeeperlocations: Parks Maintenance Shoptime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100098Be part of a team that is making a difference in the lives of our residents every day. Together, let's shape a brighter future for our community!**Salary:** $15.00 to $18.63 per hour, DOE**Job Summary:** Groundskeepers assist with the maintenance of an urban park infrastructure to create green areas that are healthy, attractive and orderly so they provide a first-class outdoor experience for visitors. Duties are assigned in the following areas but not limited to: horticulture, pathways, irrigation, custodial, shelter preparation, mow crew, field preparation, buildings, event staffing, holiday light installation/removal, and snow removal. Duties occasionally require work on weekends and evenings to support events. Work is performed under supervision of the Parks Maintenance Manager or designated supervisor who issues written or oral work orders.**Great Benefit Package:*** Health Insurance, Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Time (for eligible employees);* Part-Time under 32 hours a week available;* Summer and weekend shifts available (great for students).**Job Specifications:*** Physically fit and able to work out of doors for extended periods, occasionally in adverse weather conditions; Ability to stand and operate hand and power tools for extended periods;* Ability to mount and operate mechanical mowers and machinery;* Ability to operate a pickup motor vehicle, UTV, or mower with no assistance; Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions;* Perform duties with integrity and maintain effective working relationships;* Ability to properly and effectively use hand tools: saw, hammer, ratchet, screwdriver, etc., preferred;* Ability to operate a pickup truck, mowing equipment, ball field grooming and utility vehicles, preferred;* Ability to effectively and safely use a string trimmer, backpack blower, edger, push mower, pneumatic, and hand power tools, preferred;* Ability to operate a dump truck, excavator, skid steer, backhoe, and forklift, preferred; Ability to drive city streets in a safe manor;* Complete monthly electronic timecard.**Licensing & Certifications:*** Possession of valid State of Idaho driver’s license and safe driving record.If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! City of Meridian is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.*The City of Meridian is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. This includes, but is not limited to, H-1B and F-1 visa categories. Candidates must possess valid work authorization in the United States that does not require employer sponsorship.* #J-18808-Ljbffr