Seasonal Parks Staff

Northampton County•Easton, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Parks Staff position is responsible for the general maintenance, cleaning, and regular safety inspections of the grounds and equipment associated with County owned lands and facilities. The regular shift for this position will include weekdays, weekends, and holidays. The Parks, Recreation, & Conservation division has reservations, events, and other duties that require this position to be available seven (7) days a week. This position reports to, and receives direction from, the Parks Recreation Specialist, Parks Foreman, Lead Groundskeeper, and the Parks, Recreation & Conservation Administrator. This position is not responsible for the supervision of other employees or functions.

Requirements

Ability to read directions and safety requirements on hand and power equipment
Must be at least 17 years of age
Basic knowledge of methods, techniques, materials, and equipment used in grounds maintenance work.
Basic knowledge of methods and techniques used in power equipment operation and maintenance.
Ability to understand, follow, and give verbal and written instructions.
Ability to identify events and situations that require an immediate emergency response.
Ability to work out-of-doors in differing climatic conditions for several hours at a time.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English to perform the duties of this position.

Nice To Haves

Possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license

Responsibilities

Provides quality service for guests at all County owned properties, sponsored or supported programs, and events.
Performs general maintenance duties such as cleaning grounds, paths, equipment, lawns, restrooms, and open areas.
Checks reservation permits and confirms reservation details (day/rental).
Welcomes, cleans up, and inspects reservation area prior to and after event.
Enforces all facility and safety rules and regulations.
Completes inspection forms as assigned.
Promptly completes and maintains damage and/or nuisance reports.
Identifies and calls for assistance when emergencies arise.
Responsible for blocking off full parking areas, unsafe areas, etc.
Operates light vehicles, large mowers, small grass cutting/hedge trimming machinery, power tools, and other specialized seasonal maintenance equipment as assigned.
Uses hand and power equipment to trim grass around trees, fences, and structures.
Prunes trees and shrubs.
Rakes leaves, picks up litter, and keeps areas tidy and in good appearance.
Clears ditches and removes brush from trails and pathways.
Waters, cultivates, and trims lawns, shrubs, flowers, trees, and other plantings.
Plants trees, shrubs, and flowers.
May perform hand mulching and hand weeding.
Assists with construction and landscape projects.