SEASONAL - Parks Maintenance Worker SIMD (PT Maintenance Support)

Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker SIMD

About this Job: In this position, you will assist with the maintenance of medians, rights-of-way, and parks for either Briargate, Norwood, or Stetson Hills SIMD. Job Type: Seasonal Work Schedule: Normal hours worked will be Monday through Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Schedule may include some weekends and holidays. This is a seasonal (at-will) position with 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). Approximate dates of employment will be May through September. Scheduled hours will vary based on department needs. Total hours worked will not exceed 1,500 annually. As a Parks Maintenance Worker - SIMD, you will: Mow, trim, weed, aerate, seed, top dress, edge, and rake Maintain and repair irrigation systems Pick up trash Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment such as trucks, trailers, riding and push mowers, and tractors Ability to safely operate hand tools

Minimum Qualifications

• Have landscape or facility maintenance experience
• Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with irrigation systems
• Specialized training in landscaping or grounds maintenance

Additional Information

Physical Demands: The ability to stand, sit, stoop, walk, climb, bend, and lift up to 60 pounds occasionally is also required. Environmental Conditions: This position requires working outside in all weather conditions and along high traffic areas.

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

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.