Seasonal Laborer

City of St. Joseph•St. Joseph, MO

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Maintains parks facilities and fields, which includes mowing, sanitation services, trimming, care of trees and brush and the minor repair of park equipment. City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest and respectful.

Requirements

Skills in effective operation of necessary equipment used in the daily maintenance of the park grounds and fields.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety requirements associated with equipment operation.
Ability to work flexible hours, which will include evenings, weekends and holidays.
Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks with minimum supervision.
Valid Driver's License required.
Must be at least 16 years of age.
Must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Mows and trims park grounds.
Provides general upkeep to park facilities and grounds.
Repairs minor park equipment including park benches, picnic tables, playground equipment, etc.
Assists in the operation of dump trucks and trash trucks with trash and debris disposal when assigned.
Maintains the softball and baseball fields.
Cleans and maintains park restrooms.
Paints benches and tables as needed.
Assists in delivery of equipment for city sponsored events and projects.
May on occasion work with prison work release inmates.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.