Zoo Worker Horticulture (Seasonal)
About The Position
Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!
Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Must be at least 18 years of age to operate vehicles and riding or landscape equipment
- Basic knowledge of relevant computer and software applications, including word processing and spreadsheet programs.
- Lifting/Carrying up to 50 (lbs.)
- Pushing/Pulling up to 75 (lbs.)
Nice To Haves
- Valid driver’s license
- WI DATCP Category 3.0, 3.1, or equivalent Pesticide Applicator License.
Responsibilities
- Maintain ornamental plantings: Plant, clean, and maintain annual and perennial flower beds throughout the zoo grounds. Plant and maintain trees and shrubs throughout zoo grounds.
- Watering: Plants, mulches, fertilizes, weeds, prunes, cleans, and maintains ornamental annuals, perennials, turfgrass, and shrubs throughout the zoo grounds.
- Landscaping: Creates new and renovates existing ornamental and native planting areas through thorough site preparation, including invasive species removal, soil amendments, grading, and installation of hardscape features; operates hedgers, string trimmers, aerators, rototillers, and other small-engine landscaping equipment.
- Event Decorating: Designs, sets up, and maintains seasonal and special event decorative displays and photo opportunities using live and artificial plants, props, lighting, and other elements to enhance the zoo’s seasonal and event functions.
- Grounds maintenance: Seasonal maintenance of zoo grounds, including snow removal, litter and trash collection, and leaf blowing.
- Other: Provides information and direction to zoo visitors, assists other zoo departments and guests, and performs additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive benefit package
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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