Parks Maintenance Laborer
About The Position
Under the general supervision of a Park Maintenance Supervisor, the Parks Maintenance Laborer performs manual duties to maintain and improve park facilities, trails, and green spaces within the Parks system, including Oak Grove Cemetery. The position assists other personnel and may supervise individuals in special work programs. The role supports maintenance of public buildings, equipment, and grounds; performs labor tasks for departmental operations; and helps prepare for and support recreation and community special events. Duties include cleaning, groundskeeping, minor preventative maintenance and repairs, moving and delivering materials, operating tools and equipment, and maintaining athletic fields. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to perform moderate to heavy repetitive physical labor.
- Knowledge of laborer policies and procedures, grounds maintenance methods, janitorial safety practices and procedures, and basic work ethics.
- Ability to perform heavy repetitive manual labor for extended periods; follow general oral and written instructions; maintain effective working relationships; and handle simple public contacts.
- Skill in operating and using hand tools and motorized equipment.
- Ability to work in a team environment and in inclement weather.
- Ability to safely operate city vehicles and trailers to move equipment as needed.
- Ability to tolerate various temperatures and climates.
- Ability to operate the internal radio system.
- Must maintain the physical requirements to successfully pass the Essential Job Function test required for the position.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a general laborer, and/or a combination of training and experience demonstrating basic knowledge of building and grounds maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Maintain public buildings, equipment, grounds, park facilities, trails, and green spaces.
- Clean offices and restrooms; sweep, rake leaves, mow grass, clear brush, shovel snow, and spread salt.
- Perform labor tasks supporting departmental operations, including running errands, moving furniture, cleaning, and performing minor preventative maintenance and repairs to facilities and equipment such as playgrounds, fencing, and pavilions.
- Pick up and deliver materials and supplies, carry tools, and assist maintenance workers with painting, roofing, and light carpentry.
- Operate equipment including chain saws, chippers, vacuum machines, zero-turn mowers, small power tools, lawn tractors, bush hog/bucket tractors, power lifts, and dump trucks.
- Support recreation and community events by installing road barricades; setting up and taking down stages, audiovisual equipment, tables, chairs, and inflatable movie screens and equipment; setting posts and installing signs; covering fields; placing athletic equipment; and preparing and maintaining fields.
- Assist other personnel in performing job duties and, when required, supervise individuals in special work programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid time off.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered.
- Retirement benefits.
- Comprehensive wellness program offered.
- Employer-provided life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
- Voluntary and supplemental benefits offered.
- Employer-provided employee assistance program.
- Education assistance offered.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
