Seasonal Laborer - Parks & Recreation

City of Shawnee, KS • Shawnee, KS

1d • $16 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Shawnee is looking for Seasonal Laborers in the Parks & Recreation Department. This seasonal position is eligible to work full-time hours during the months of April to November, totaling no more than 1,000 hours. The Seasonal Laborer position is a non-supervisory position that plays a key role in assisting or leading hands-on and technical maintenance of City park facilities, environs, and equipment. Approved work typically is performed under direct supervision, but routine field repairs and corrective actions are often carried out independently. As necessary, this position may also assist park inspections, inventory, and collection of field data. Interaction is direct with customers, the general public, other Department personnel, and other agencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Previous work experience in construction, maintenance, and/or operation of trucks and light equipment preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years previous work experience in construction, maintenance, and/or operation of trucks and light equipment preferred.
• Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the responsibilities listed may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assists with seasonal maintenance work, including mowing grass with a hand mower or self-propelled riding mower, operating a farm-type tractor with grass cutting and other attached equipment, trimming and watering lawns, trees and shrubs; watering, fertilizing and tending flower beds. Picks up trash and cleans restrooms in City parks.
• Drives or rides truck to haul materials and transport equipment to and from job sites. Loads and unloads materials and equipment from trucks and trailers. Listens to radio to receive assignments.
• Prepares facilities for activities, setting up tables and chairs, recreational equipment, bleachers, and other equipment.
• Performs minor equipment maintenance and repairs. Washes vehicles and equipment.
• Paints buildings and other objects.
• Photographs amenities and infrastructure for park inventory. Collects data and field notes on the condition and position of relevant city-owned items including; benches, drinking fountains, trash and recycling receptacles, and signage.
• Shovels snow and ice from parking lots, streets and sidewalks. Drives truck during snow removal and ice control operations.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED