Temporary General Laborer (30+ Hrs/Wk)

City of Glendale, AZ • Glendale, AZ

116d • $17

About The Position

The City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department is split into two distinct areas: The Parks Division manages and maintains all public parks, open spaces, trails, storm water retention basins, landscaping at municipal facilities and Thunderbird Conservation Park. The Division is also responsible for monitoring and ensuring the safety and security of park and facility use. The Recreation Division offers opportunities to enhance the social, physical, mental and economic health of our community through a variety of diverse recreation programs and facilities. Recreation programs and events are held at the Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center, the Glendale Adult Center, Historic Sahuaro Ranch, the five community centers and at basketball, tennis, skate courts and other recreation facilities throughout the city. The City of Glendale is currently accepting applications for Temporary General Laborer. This position performs landscape maintenance and repair work for our Parks Maintenance Division.

Requirements

• One year of experience in landscape maintenance, repair work and/or the operation of light, medium, and heavy equipment related to parks division.
• Must have a valid Arizona Driver's License.
• Must operate assigned vehicle on a regular basis.
• Must pass and complete all required training for operation of equipment and tools.
• Applicants will be required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to area of assignment.
• Knowledge of materials, tools, equipment, safety hazards and precautions common to the assigned areas of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Performs custodial, maintenance and repair work, such as painting, landscaping, and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Operates a city vehicle.
• Operates various light equipment including UTVs, trucks, trucks with trailers, pressure washers, leaf blowers, landscape equipment and use various hand and power tools.
• Notifies residents and businesses about the work being performed and answers questions from citizens.
• Maintains daily work records; may perform some computerized data entry work.
• Transport and sets up supplies and equipment; makes required safety checks.
• Maintains parks, facility grounds, parking lots, and bike paths.
• Removes graffiti.
• Trims bushes, removal of weeds and cares for plants.
• Repairs or replaces park amenities, recreation equipment, picnic benches and tables.
• Marks and reconditions play fields and assist with set up for sports and special events.
• Cleans bleachers and dug out areas.
• Assist with installation and maintains park signs, fences, and gates.
• Cleans and restocking restrooms, picking up litter, and servicing trash receptacles.
• Responds to and resolves citizen complaints pertaining to parks facilities.
• Explains Park policies and regulations to park patrons.
• Maintains high visibility to dissuade vandalism and crime in parks facilities.
• Assists with animal control in parks facilities.
• Ensures that reserved facilities are maintained in a safe, clean condition, checks for permits.
• Aids in emergency situations; calls for park rangers, police, or fire/medical assistance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hourly rate: $17.00
• Sick Time: Accrues at .034 hours per-hour-paid
• Medical Benefits: Our medical plans are administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona.
• Retirement: This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) with a current contribution rate of 12%.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees