A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
This is a maintenance position within the Parks and Recreation Department. The primary work of this position involves the care of park shelters, playgrounds, trails, cemetery, prairies, and related areas. Work consists of but not limited to cleaning, painting, mulching, weeding, mowing, trimming, event set-up, power washing, cleaning equipment, and cleaning shop area. Other park related work will be assigned as needed. Work hours consist of weekdays, weekends, evenings, not to exceed 40 hours per week. 3-month and 6-month positions available. J ob
Title:
PT Parks Seasonal -
Laborer Department:
Parks & Recreation Reports to
Position:
Parks Maintenance Manager Location:
Parks Locations Overtime Status:
Hourly FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
This is a maintenance position within the Parks and Recreation Department. Work involves the maintenance and care of parks, playgrounds, city facilities, cemeteries, and related areas.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/WORK PERFORMED
Performs parks, building, special grounds, horticultural, and general maintenance including mowing, trimming, weeding, and irrigation; caring for plants and trees; maintaining ice rinks, baseball and softball fields, public shelters and related structures. Performs general maintenance activities in and around city facilities such as the cemetery, City Hall, the Library, and other city departments. Operates a variety of equipment including mowers, sprayers, leaf mulchers, and motor vehicles. Assists in snow shoveling and blowing as necessary. Performs related work as required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Ability to understand oral and written instructions. Ability to maintain and care for the city's equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public. Physical strength and ability to work outdoors under occasional adverse weather conditions. Knowledge of occupational hazards and the necessary safety precautions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & PHYSICAL ABILITIES
Ability to perform a variety of physical labor activities as needed including using a variety of hand and power tools, stooping, bending and climbing. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds at one time and ability for repetitive lifting of up to 50 pounds. Ability to shovel snow and occasionally shovel dirt. Ability to climb using ladders to perform various duties, including but not limited to, trimming trees, checking ceilings, roofs, etc. Ability to work long hours outdoors, occasionally under adverse weather conditions. Ability to traverse variable terrain conditions not accessible by vehicle including but not limited to steep slopes, unlevel grades and heavily vegetated areas. Ability to walk long distances for mowing and trimming. Ability to bend to operate equipment and maintain grass and flowers. Ability to operate all department power equipment including driving all trucks. Ability to operate all trucks. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace or citizens encountered during work.
QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of the tenth grade. Valid Iowa Operator's License. High school diploma desirable.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works outdoors and may be exposed to adverse weather Scheduled hours may change based on staffing needs and workload
REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECKS
Sex Offender Registry Drug Screening Driving Record Pre-Employment Physical
