Reservoir Parks Keeper – Parks Steward (Variable Hours)

City of Aurora•Aurora, CO

1d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity , Respect, Professionalism , and Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces Maintaining our shorelines requires a watchful guardian for the water. Aurora and Quincy reservoirs serve as the city's favorite escape where nature and people connect. Wildlife and plants depend on you to keep their home safe. Visitors count on your efforts for a smooth day at the lake. Wrestling 100-pound objects provides a free workout while you fix essential facilities. Small repairs act as the heartbeat of a functional park. Running equipment with care keeps the trails and greenery looking sharp. Keeping gear in top shape shows you take pride in your tools. Snow removal tasks make you the hero of the winter months. Kindness toward every person you meet builds a stronger community. Strict safety habits protect you and everyone around you. Doing the right thing while working alone in the field shows true character. Detailed records ensure everything remains organized and ready for use. Protecting these reservoirs means acting as the anchor for our local environment. The Parks Steward is an integral member of the team responsible for maintenance and stewardship of public lands, resources, infrastructure, and facilities in order to provide safe and healthy homes for plants and animals, as well as safe and pleasant human experiences. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Must be 18 years old at the time of hire
High School diploma or GED
6 months manual labor experience
Current Driver's License with good driving record

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid
If employed in the Forestry division, TCIA Chipper Operator Specialist & TCIA Ground Operations Specialist
If employed in the Open Space division, Colorado Basic Pesticide Training Certificate or ability to obtain within 2 months

Responsibilities

Provides outstanding stewardship of the public lands under care
Performs maintenance and repair work on facilities and properties
Plants and cares for trees and vegetation
Properly operates and maintains equipment
Updates records concerning materials and equipment used
Maintains and enforces safety regulations and procedures
Performs work to complete special functions with all user groups and between city departments
Performs snow and ice removal as needed
Performs additional duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.

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