Seasonal Weekend Shift ONLY General Laborers

Department Parks and Recreation

Reports To Various Supervisors/Managers/Crew Leaders as assigned

EEO-4 Classification Service Maintenance

Normal Work Days Monday through Friday

Education & Experience High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience: Knowledge of proper use of hand tools, chain saws, lawn equipment and ability to safely operate light‑duty truck.

Position Summary This is an entry‑level laborer position that performs manual work in a variety of settings including building cleaning and maintenance, grounds maintenance, trash/sanitation collection and city parks/property maintenance. Utilizes a variety of hand tools, shovels, lawn maintenance equipment, and chain saws and may drive light‑duty trucks in the performance of duties related to this general laborer work.

Perform grounds maintenance work: mowing/maintaining park and open space areas, planting lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers; seed, fertilize, water, and provide pest and weed control; Perform routine maintenance on equipment used in performing work, i.e. oil changes, blade repair/replace, small engine repair, routine automotive repairs; maintain and adjust specialized turf care equipment and tools.

Perform routine maintenance and repairs of City buildings/facilities to maintain clean/orderly condition; assist with routine repairs to plumbing and electrical systems, buildings, facilities and equipment.

Assist with the installation, removal, and storage of equipment, tables, chairs and displays used in special programs and/or city‑sponsored events.

Prepare and maintain athletic fields and aquatic center equipment/pool for public use.

Assist with the construction of new facilities and maintenance of streets/city property: perform clearing, grading, drainage, and foundation work; Work with sanitation collection drivers to collect and remove trash/refuse from City streets, residential neighborhoods and businesses.

Operate a variety of equipment, hand and power tools including lawn mowers, weed eaters, tree trimmers, chain saws, shovels, and light‑duty trucks.

Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills of equipment/tools used in performing work; pursues training opportunities.

uses equipment, tools and materials properly; demonstrates knowledge of relevant safety rules and safe operation of equipment.

Language - Ability to read and interpret safety rules, equipment operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Quality & Quantity - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge of proper use of hand tools, chain saws, lawn equipment, 8‑ft ladders and ability to safely operate light‑duty truck.

Basic operation of various power and hand tools including lawn mowers, tree trimmers, weed eaters, chain saws, shovels and light‑duty trucks.

Basic understanding of routine plumbing and electrical repairs.

Basic understanding of safety rules and safe equipment operation.

bending, pushing, pulling, squatting, twisting, crawling, kneeling and climbing frequently in the performance of job duties; work with hand and power tools/equipment; Requires ability and willingness to work after normal work hours and to work any shift, holidays and weekends if needed.

Manual tasks/work is performed in all weather conditions, such as wind, rain, snow, ice, thunderstorms (possibly for extended periods of time). The job exposes the worker to temperature extremes, risk of electrical shock, work on 8‑ft ladders, loud noises, toxic materials and vibrations.

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