Part Time Recreation Aide

City of Dothan • Dothan, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time position responsible for participating in the maintenance of assigned facilities and assisting in the implementation of assigned leisure services programs. The role involves grounds and facility maintenance, custodial duties, and program support. Inclement weather can contribute to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to participate in the maintenance of assigned facilities, ensuring safe and well-maintained facilities for public use. Contacts typically involve coworkers, other city personnel, and the public for problem-solving and service provision.

Requirements

• Six (6) months recent experience using lawn mower and trimming equipment preferred.
• Six (6) months recent athletic field maintenance preferred.
• Four (4) months recent (within the last two years) seasonal employment with the City of Dothan performing responsibilities in recreational, educational, and/or athletic programs preferred.
• Some positions require operation of motor vehicles; therefore, an applicant 18+ years of age must possess a valid operator driver license and an acceptable driving record.
• An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.
• An applicant for this position is subject to a criminal history background check pursuant to the following statutes: §§38-13-1. Ala. Code (1975) et seq., as amended by the Child Care Safety Act (Act of Alabama #2018-278), Act of Alabama 2019-322, or §41-27-10, Ala. Code (1975).
• Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position.
• Must meet the City of Dothan's employment physical standards which include drug/alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

• NOTE: In order to receive the preferred credit, the lawn and field maintenance experience must have been part time or more (20+ hours/week) in a paid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the maintenance of facilities, pools, tennis courts, parks, fields, grounds, etc.
• Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment; mows grass, cuts weeds, repairs landscaping, and collects litter, leaves, and debris; maintains assigned equipment.
• Prepares courts, pools, fields and other facilities for lessons, meets, practices, games, matches, and tournaments.
• Assists with the preparations for a variety of programs, tournaments, programs, and special events.
• Performs custodial maintenance duties; cleans and restocks restrooms; sweeps, mops, polishes, and waxes floors; empties trash receptacles; maintains inventory of janitorial supplies.
• Supervises facilities usage; enforces policies and procedures; resolves problems.
• Performs related duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed