Parks Seasonal Maintenance Worker

This is a full-time seasonal position with an anticipated duration of approximately 2.5 months. Must be able to work a non-standard work schedule as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. This position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of municipal building grounds, parks and recreational facilities. Works in coordination with Parks Maintenance Workers. Maintenance of Grounds and Facilities Mows grass and maintains park and open space areas such as baseball and soccer fields; shovels snow when necessary; removes weeds; clean and maintains tennis courts and nets; maintains sprinkler systems and assists in the repair and installation of sprinkler lines and heads. Drags ball fields; lines for games. Inspects, washes, and performs routine maintenance of park drinking fountains and restrooms. Sweeps, washes, paints, and repairs or replaces park tables and slabs. Opens and closes, locks and unlocks facilities as needed. Plants lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers. Carries out the seeding, fertilizing, top dressing, soil conditioning, watering, and the pest and weed control of parks and open spaces. Assists in setting up and taking down equipment for various park and recreation programs, prepares facilities for park and recreation program use. Installs and maintains goal posts and nets for sports facilities, including soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball, tennis and basketball. Building Maintenance Performs minor semi-skilled interior building maintenance such as painting, plumbing, carpentry, and other unskilled and semi-skilled trades work. Equipment Operation and Maintenance Performs routine cleaning of lawn and power equipment. Employees 18 years or older may operate tractors, mowers, jack hammers, welders, trucks, steam cleaners, buffers, washers, and other listed equipment as needed. Custodial Work Performs custodial work such as required and assigned including: change light bulbs and fluorescent tubes; sweep floors; vacuum carpets; mop; shampoo and steam clean carpets; buff non‑carpeted areas; dump garbage and reline cans with liners; clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies; sweep; empty trash cans; clean spills; clean drinking fountains, mirrors, tables, walls, fixtures, blinds, light fixtures, etc.; dust furniture; wash windows, walls, metal and woodwork; clean rain gutters; sweep roofs. Collects and disposes of solid waste from buildings and grounds; picks up litter from premises. Other Duties Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of building and grounds maintenance functions. Assists in the construction of new parks facilities, including clearing, grading, drainage, and foundation work. Assists in the training and/or task‑oversight of community service workers or volunteers. Performs other related duties as needed and assigned. Education and Experience High school diploma or GED equivalent AND Minimum four (4) to six (6) months general employment experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance. Knowledge of equipment and supplies used to do minor repairs. Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions. Ability to work independently under general direction and to complete daily activities according to established procedures and assigned work schedule. Ability to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions and to lift and carry heavy objects. Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner, both orally and in writing. Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions. Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public. Represent the City in a positive and professional manner. Support and promote the City’s mission, vision, and core values in all aspects of job performance. Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license and appropriate insurance at the time of hire for work‑related travel. Must pass appropriate background checks. Possess (or obtain within six months of hire date) CPR and First Aid certifications and maintain them throughout tenure. Must be able to work a non‑standard work schedule as needed, including evenings, week‑ends, and holidays. The City of Lynden is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr