Parks Worker III

Parks Worker III City of St. Paul - 3.5 Saint Paul, MN Job Details Full-time $68,078.40 - $75,587.20 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications CDL B Snow removal Grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment operation Commercial truck driving Safety regulations Maintenance work CDL A Mid-level Park infrastructure maintenance Class D Cleaning Air Brake Endorsement CLP Skid steer loader 1 year Pest control chemical handling Tanker Endorsement Full Job Description About the Position Are you looking to further your career with the City of Saint Paul? Our Parks and Recreation is hiring diverse and talented individuals to join our team. As a Parks Operations Maintenance Worker, you help make a Saint Paul that works for us all. Here's what you can expect to do: Perform manual labor to maintain and repair the City of Saint Paul's parks and recreation facilities such as parks, parkways, recreation centers, and other structures. Drive vehicles, operate a variety of tools and equipment, and safely uses chemicals for maintenance work in conformity with all City safety rules and regulations. Inspect and perform grounds keeping service, maintain ice-skating rinks, and perform snow removal as assigned. For more information and essential functions, see our Parks Worker III job description.

Information about the current openings:

This position provides ground and landscape maintenance of park grounds, structures, facilities, and the operation of related maintenance equipment. This position may require cleaning and hazard reduction involving abatements, and other contracted services. Hours and schedules will vary, weekend and holiday work may be required. Seasonal work (i.e. snow removal, rink flooding etc.) will require flexibility in work schedule. This is a year round position, however there is potential for seasonal lay-offs during the winter months. Employees in this title remain on City health insurance and receive unemployment during layoff periods.

NOTE:

Employees are encouraged to take advantage of training opportunities that are offered by the City. Employees newly hired who do not currently possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be provided assistance with obtaining training and testing for the CDL within six months of hire as funding is available.

Our Benefits:

We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits (Download PDF reader), including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:

The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job. Position Requirements Must have at least one year of full time experience in turf/grounds maintenance or the operation of trucks, skid loaders, tractors, and trailers. Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class B or A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or equivalent out-of-state driver's license with endorsements for tanker and no restriction for airbrakes, with no suspensions or revocations within the two year period prior to the date of appointment; or meet the alternative CDL requirements described below for candidates hired without a CDL. Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License, with categories A & E must be obtained within six months of appointment.

NOTE:

Candidates may be hired without a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Applicants who do not possess a CDL at the time of hire must possess a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license (or equivalent out-of-state license), obtain a Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) learner's permit within three (3) weeks of the date of hire, and obtain a Minnesota Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (or equivalent out-of-state CDL) with tanker endorsement and no air brake restriction within six (6) months of the date of hire. CDL holders must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and submit to DOT mandated random drug and alcohol testing after hire. How to Apply Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date. Upload or submit the following document(s) via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) A legible copy (both sides) of your valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) (if you have one) A legible copy of your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit (if you have one) Learn more about our

Hiring Process Assessment:

Qualifications Rating The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application with all work history and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.

Open Job Posting:

This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process:

Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements and receive an assessment score of 75% or higher will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. You will be notified of your status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening:

This position requires a medical examination, driver's license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment.

Human Resources Contact Information:

Michelle LeBow at 651-266-6519

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The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran's Preference :

If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits. Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits may include:

City Paid Benefits Health Insurance Vacation/Holidays Sick Leave Life Insurance Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement Program Optional Benefits Dental Flexible Spending Accounts Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Care Insurance For a detailed overview, visit General Benefits.