Parks Summer Laborer

Overview

Under the direction of the Parks & Recreation Director, the Parks Seasonal Laborer performs functions necessary for the maintenance of the City's parks, greenways, building grounds, and park facilities. Daily work plans are discussed with daily review of progress. There is frequent interaction with other parks/public works staff and some interaction with the public.

This is a seasonal position beginning in mid-May and requiring 30-40 hours per week through August. Work hours are generally Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-3:30 pm, but hours may vary based on weather conditions. Up to two weekends a month may be assigned for weekend duty on Saturdays and Sundays from 7-10 am.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive; other duties may be required and assigned.

• Performs maintenance of city park facilities, such as mowing, string trimming, clearing brush and debris, seeding, fertilizing, maintaining ball fields, and field striping
• Maintains, repairs and cleans facility equipment, such as playground equipment, concession stands, restrooms, and picnic tables
• Operates light equipment, such as riding lawn mower, pickup truck
• Operates string line trimmer, walk-behind mower, edger, field maintenance equipment, paint striping machines, aerifiers, topdressing applicators
• Participates in trash and recycling collection on a rotating basis

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalency desired
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license upon application and maintain such during entire course of employment.
• Experience operating lawn mowers, string line trimmers, and other similar equipment is desired.
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time, as well as engage in frequent walking for park-related maintenance activities.
• Must be able to work in varying weather conditions, including inclement weather conditions.
• Must be able to work with exposure to pollen, dust, grass clippings, and other outdoor allergens.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships including interactions with the general public
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and related maintenance equipment
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and carry up to 50 pounds