Advanced Seasonal Park Worker – Trail Crew

Milwaukee County•Milwaukee, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County! The trail crew maintains and improves hiking, mountain biking, and the Oak Leaf trails through trimming back brush, mowing, installing signs, addressing erosion issues, removing fallen logs, and other trail maintenance and planning as needed. This position will average 24 – 32 hours per week.

Requirements

Authorized to work in the United States.
Possession of a valid United States Driver’s License, able to be maintained throughout employment.
At least 16 years old at the time of application.
Able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
Willing and able to obtain a Category 6.0 Pesticide Certification within six (6) months of start date.
Willing and able to complete SAWW Level One Training within six (6) months of start date.
Willing and able to complete the Trail Master Certification Course within six (6) months of start date.
Appointee must establish residency in the state of Wisconsin within six months of start date and maintain such residency during incumbency.

Nice To Haves

At least 18 years old at the time of application.
Previous Landscape, Park Maintenance, or Natural Resource Management experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain soft and hard surface trails by trimming, mowing, clearing dead fall, installing signs, removing graffiti, picking up trash, planting trees, controlling invasive species, and constructing trails.
Use GIS and other software to plan for trail reroutes, inventory existing and proposed signs, and plan for trail closures or expansions.
Work and collaborate with volunteers, other parks divisions, and outside organizations.
Perform all other duties as assigned.