Parks and Recreation Attendant

City of Newberry•Newberry, SC

10d•$12 - $14•Onsite

About The Position

Would you like to join the City of Newberry’s PRT team for an exciting experience assisting with the recreation complex and Gully Washer Splash Park? If you enjoy the sunshine and are a responsible, hard-working, energetic, and customer-oriented individual seeking flexibility and fun, then we have an opportunity for you! In this position, you will work in Gully Washer Splash Park, the scheduled tournaments, and/or work in the concession area. The right candidates will be able to cross-train in all three areas.

Requirements

First Aid/CPR/AED Certified, or ability to obtain certifications.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old and have a valid SC driver’s license.
Able to occasionally lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Reporting promptly at the assigned time of duty and remaining on duty until the designated shift has been completed. If unable to work due to an emergency or illness, employees must notify the PRT Program Manager in advance and obtain a staff substitute.
Providing exceptional customer service to diverse groups and individuals within the public as well as with City staff. Speaking clearly.
Must be able to multi-task and be self-motivated.
Ability to process card payments and process cash transactions with accuracy.
Attend mandatory training sessions and periodic meetings.

Nice To Haves

Prefer applicants with three (3) to six (6) months of customer service experience and/or training that provided relevant skills, knowledge, and abilities.
To qualify for a lead attendant position, the applicant must be at least 18 years old and have experience in a previous leadership/supervisory role.

Responsibilities

Supporting Splash Park operations and facility upkeep and safety.
Reminding guests of splash park rules, when necessary, in a polite, firm manner.
Processing and ensuring DHEC compliance with water analysis through log maintenance.
Rendering first aid/CPR, if required.
Performing a variety of general maintenance duties including facility and restroom cleaning, stocking of supplies, and upkeep of splash park features.
Provide supervision of the recreation complex facilities during tournaments to include ball fields, playground, splash park, and multi-purpose fields.
Maintain ball fields to include chalking and painting field lines, raking, measuring, and moving bases and pitching rubbers.
Clean and restock bathrooms as needed.
Operate a chalk liner, line painter, rake, broom, and tape measure.
Serve food and beverages to customers in a fast-paced environment.
Prepare hot food by following the instructions provided.
Operate a grill/Blackstone/air fryer.
Clean equipment, wash dishes, sweep, and mop.
Assess inventory and assist in stocking and restocking items as necessary.