Sun Evenings - Parks Laborer

Town of Smyrna•Smyrna, TN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This classification is responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance tasks to grounds, equipment, and facilities within the Parks and Recreation department. Duties and responsibilities include mowing grass, dragging and prepping athletic fields; planting flowers, shrubs, and trees; performing minor repairs to buildings, facilities, and equipment, and picking up any types of litter or other debris on and around Parks and Recreation facilities. Reports to the Parks Facility Manager. May require weekends and afternoon/evening hours. May work up to 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age
Must be able to wear mandatory safety equipment.

Nice To Haves

Position will occasionally take lead role during weekends, nights, and some events.

Responsibilities

Performs various athletic field preparation functions such as dragging, lining, and field layout.
Mows, weed-eats, and performs other various grounds maintenance which also includes beautification of plants and trees and irrigation repair.
Performs minor general construction of park facilities such as pouring concrete, carpentry, plumbing, etc.
Participates in the planning, execution, and clean-up of special events such as tournaments, holiday activities, and other programs.
Follows all verbal and written work instructions.
Reads labels and safely follows directions of products and machine operation.
Works safely observing all OSHA, Federal, State, and City regulations.
Reports any accidents immediately to Park Facility Manager.
Correctly wears appropriate personal protective equipment when required.
Performs routine maintenance on equipment.
Reports any malfunctioning equipment to the Park Facility Manager.
Conducts behavior at all times in a professional manner to reflect positively on customer's perception of town facilities.
Helps maintain the cleanliness of machines, work area, and all park facilities including, but not limited to, public restrooms, picnic shelters, playgrounds, etc.
All other duties as assigned by Park Facility Manager.
Performs Park Security and lock-up will be required.