This temporary emergency position supports the Parks and Trails Department in responding to storm-related damage and performing general park maintenance to restore and maintain safe, functional recreational areas. Duties include debris removal, facility and grounds maintenance related to natural disasters and emergencies, and assistance with recovery to ensure public access and safety.

• Supervision Received
  • Works under the general supervision of the Parks and Trails Superintendent.
• Supervision Exercised
  • None.

Anticipated duration of position August through October.

Applications will be reviewed upon submission, and interviews conducted on a regular basis to fill positions. All applicants interested in this position should review their application status on governmentjobs.com on a regular basis.
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Clear debris related to natural disasters and emergencies in the City, such as fallen trees, limbs, and brush from park grounds, trails, and recreation areas.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including mowing, raking, trimming, edging, and litter pickup throughout park properties.
• Assist with basic facility upkeep, such as painting, minor carpentry, and cleaning of restrooms, shelters, and equipment.
• Secure hazardous areas using barricades, caution tape, or signage.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools and power equipment, including chainsaws, pole saws, mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.
• Remove and load debris and other materials for proper disposal.
• Support minor repairs to park infrastructure including fencing, benches, signage, and trails damaged during the storm.
• Monitor park and trail conditions and report safety issues, damage, or equipment failures to supervisory staff.
• Assist with reopening efforts and preparation of park and trail areas for public use.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during tasks.

• Education & Experience
  • This position requires a high school diploma, its equivalent or current enrollment, and some work experience, preferably related to outdoor and indoor recreational facilities maintenance.
• Necessary Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Working knowledge in horticulture and grounds maintenance, including lawn, shrubbery and tree care, working knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance as it relates to parks and recreational facilities; knowledge in the areas of plumbing, carpentry and electrical work; knowledge of small engine operation and maintenance; knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
  • Skill in the operation of listed tools and equipment.
  • Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time; ability to work safely; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to function in a team-based environment, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public; ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Special Requirements
  • Must possess a valid State driver's license or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
  • Must be able to work varied hours and days including evenings, weekends and holidays.
  • Must demonstrate good communication and public relation skills.

• Tools & Equipment Used
  • Pickup truck, lawn and landscaping equipment, including tractors, mowers, edgers, weed trimmers, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers and irrigation systems, miscellaneous hand and power tools for turf maintenance, carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and cement finishing work.
• Physical Demands
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Required to work from a bucket truck at heights up to fifty-two (52) feet.
  • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than one hundred (100) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places and near moving mechanical parts; and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, vibration and risk of electrical shock.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud to loud.
• Selection Guidelines
  • Works under the general supervision of the Parks Superintendent.
  • Formal application, rating of education and experience oral interview and reference check will be conducted. Job-related testing may be required.
  • The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.