ApriPark Support Staff (Year-round Field Support) City of Fishers
- 3.3 Fishers, IN Job Details Part-time $15
- $18 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications 3 years Communication skills Entry level
Full Job Description Title:
AgriPark Support Staff (Field Support)
Status:
Supplemental (Year-round as needed)
Hourly Rate:
$15
- $18 Description The Parks Department for the City of Fishers is seeking supplemental support staff to assist in the operations of the Fishers AgriPark.
This supplemental role is needed year-round to help maintain grounds and buildings, perform a variety of agricultural, animal husbandry, and maintenance tasks for the operations of the farm. Weekend, evening, and some holiday hours will be required. This is a non-benefited role that will work as needed depending on seasons. Typically, our needs include up to 29 hours weekly from March
- November and 5
- 15 hours weekly from December
- February.
Hours are not guaranteed and are based on business needs. Examples of Duties Maintaining grounds including, but not limited to mowing, building, line trimming, etc. Perform a variety of agricultural, animal husbandry, and maintenance tasks to ensure efficient operation of the farm Maintain the grounds according to Fishers Parks & Recreation Department standards Perform special projects and related duties as required or assigned Assist in education and public interaction Assist with overseeing volunteers Some weekend, evening, and holiday hours required. Minimum Qualifications Experience farming, grounds keeping, landscaping or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred; Skill in common agricultural practices, care of farm animals, and the use or operation of a variety of modern-day tools and equipment (e.g.. saws, drills, grinders, planters, plows, mowers, etc.); Ability to follow instructions, handle problems involving several variables in a familiar context, define problems, etc.; Ability to recognize safety hazards; Must be able to work some weekends; Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills; Ability to oversee volunteers; Possess enthusiasm for working with the general public; Must be able to perform physical duties of this role include working in the fields, caring for animals, and general labor and maintenance work in extreme outside conditions including the ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to be insured to drive a city vehicle which includes having at least 3 years of driving experience not including Learners' Permit time.
