Groundskeeper

State of Montana • Bozeman, MT

17h • Onsite

About The Position

This position would accommodate two of those high use parks, Missouri Headwaters and Madison Buffalo Jump. The incumbent must be able to work outdoors on uneven mountain forest terrain under adverse weather conditions and irregular hours. At times, this work will be accomplished without immediate supervision. The incumbent must be in good overall physical condition, enough to withstand the rigors and demands of the necessary work. The incumbent must be a team player who is willing to be flexible and responsive to minor scheduling changes that are necessary for the whole team to be successful in meeting demands of the park visitors. The positions will begin in early May and will continue through September to best ensure that the park has adequate staffing on-site from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. This position will be based near one of Montana ' s most wonderfully scenic mountain communities, Seeley Lake! With small town charm and a close-knit community that is neatly nestled in a pristine mountain valley where outdoor recreational opportunities abound.

Requirements

• The knowledge, skills and abilities of this position are normally attained through experience in the ground maintenance trades with an emphasis on natural and recreational resources.
• Basic computer skills, such as the ability to work with Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor routine maintenance to facilities by preparing surfaces for painting or staining, changing light bulbs, cleaning gutters and downspouts.
• Assist others in maintaining FWP grounds with maintenance of fire rings and campsites and by mowing, weed cutting, hand-pulling weeds, irrigation, raking, shoveling, fertilizing, planting, and pruning to provide the site with safe and appropriate vegetation.
• Assist the public by answering questions, providing area and agency information.
• Follow established procedures and contact the proper authorities when encountering emergencies or law enforcement situations.
• Collect information and evidence of violations or accidents occurring at the FWP site and documents using standard report forms, establishes communication with local 911/EMS, law enforcement officials, wardens, and supervisors.
• Keep detailed records on assigned duties, equipment and supply needs, time worked and submit them to work unit office in a timely manner.
• Participate in annual and scheduled training including Standard First Aid and CPR, and safety meetings.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment on all job duties.
• May collect fees and occasionally educate visitors where applicable.
• Always conscientious of equipment use and demonstrates good leadership to other staff by paying extra attention to visitor use areas and cultural and environmental resources while performing job duties.
• Cleaning and sanitizing restroom and latrine facilities, picnic tables, barbeque grills, and replacing paper products in restroom facilities.
• Cleaning other FWP facilities including sidewalks, boat/swimming docks, picnic shelters, storage structures, bulletin boards, interpretive displays, and other signs.
• Daily inspection and reporting of hazards, maintenance, or repair needs.
• Minor repairs or responses to facility problems by unclogging drains and toilets, installing toilet seats and closing/locking facilities and redirecting public use.
• Collecting trash from facilities, area garbage cans, beaches, grounds, trail areas and adjacent highway rights-of-way.
• Placing collected trash in transfer bins for shipment offsite.

Benefits

• Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance.
• Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays.
• This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED