Leaf Removal Crew - Seasonal Laborer

City of Akron•Akron, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

THIS POSTING IS ONLY FOR SEASONAL LABORER - LEAF REMOVAL PROGRAM CREW. The leaf removal season will begin October 26th, 2026, and run approximately 6 - 8 weeks. Shifts are worked Mon-Sat and are 12-hour shifts, 6am-6pm (6am-2pm when not working overtime), and 10am-10pm (2pm-10pm when not working overtime). Sundays are not scheduled but are worked occasionally. Employees with satisfactory work performance at the end of the season may be eligible for recall in subsequent seasons. This is routine manual labor work. An employee in this class performs manual laboring tasks requiring little or no skill in the use of tools to complete work. Works as a member of a crew under close supervision or independently under general supervision. Work may require heavy physical exertion and may be performed under adverse weather conditions outdoors.

Requirements

Ability to read and write.
At least six months of paid experience in general labor work.
Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license.
Basic knowledge of hand tools and the standard practices of labor operations.
Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for prolonged periods, often under adverse weather conditions.
Ability to communicate in an effective manner.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
An applicant having a valid Driver's License from another state will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio Driver's License must be obtained prior to appointment.
Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified from further consideration.

Nice To Haves

Employees with satisfactory work performance at the end of the season may be eligible for recall in subsequent seasons.

Responsibilities

Drives to and from job sites to transport personnel, tools, supplies and equipment.
Assists with leaf removal by operating leaf vacuum hose and raking leaves.
Cleans and maintains division vehicles.
Communicates with other employees or supervisors utilizing a mobile or hand-held radio.
Sweeps walks, streets, and alleys with hand broom.
Shovels snow from walks and streets.
Loads and unloads heavy material from trucks.
Performs a variety of related work as required.