Parks Operator - Seasonal/Part-time

Seasonal/PT Parks Maintenance Worker Starting Wage: $14.50 to $16.00 per hour, based on experience. Department: Public Works Work Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm Status: Seasonal/Part-time

JOB SUMMARY

The individuals hired for these positions will be required to perform manual labor and general maintenance duties as follows: daily maintenance of City parks and open space, flower, and shrub planter care, tree care, grounds maintenance picking up debris and litter, emptying various containers into trucks and receptacles, load, and dump landscaping materials. The employee will use hand and power tools and other equipment related to the park and grounds maintenance, pull weeds, plant flowers/trees, prune trees and shrubs, and assist in cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 16 years of age or older (Must complete FIT test and signed parent waiver). All applicants must complete a pre-employment drug screen. Applicants 18 years of age or older must complete a FIT test, and background check, and provide a copy of their current driving record. Must be able to work outdoors in ALL weather conditions. Ability to perform duties in a professional manner with minimal oversight and communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public. Must be a self-motivated, open-minded problem solver that adapts readily to change.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Responsible for the maintenance of assigned tools and equipment. Tasks require walking, standing, sitting, reaching, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs., etc. Daily exposure to equipment, traffic, loud noises, and seasonal weather conditions.

EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All qualified applicants must pass a pre-employment testing including but not limited to: Background check (18 years of age and older), Driving Record Review, Drug Screen, and Human Performance Evaluation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Highland City