Parks Worker - Seasonal

Parks Worker

• Seasonal Salary $17.89 Hourly Location Ocean City, MD Job Type Seasonal Job Job Number 202100424 Department Recreation & Parks
• Parks Division REC
• PARKS Opening Date 05/19/2026 Description Benefits Questions Job Summary Job Description The Town of Ocean City is now hiring Seasonal Parks Workers.

We currently have two positions opened, o ne position ends on August 21, 2026 and one position ends on November 20, 2026.

Responsibilities include:

performs duties in turf care, park construction projects, landscape maintenance and town events. Under minimal supervision, performs various tasks using hand & power operated tools; a variety of small gas/ diesel powered, electrically driven, and or hydraulically operated equipment and machinery. Drives, operates and trains on equipment used by Parks staff.

Position Details:

• Must possess a positive outlook
• Have a valid driver's license
• Hourly Rate is $17.89
• Must be available to work through August 21, 2026 or November 20, 2026
• Pass a post offer drug test and background check To apply electronically visit our web site at https://www.

governmentjobs.com/careers/oceancitymd or to apply in person, submit the Town's application to the address below. For additional questions, please email Jarrett Widgeon, Parks Supervisor at JWidgeon@oceancitymd.gov or call 410.520.5188.

Recreation/Parks Attn:

Jarrett Widgeon 12801 Jamaica Ave. Ocean City, MD 21842 410.520.5266 Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans are encouraged to apply Job Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Responsible for overseeing the general appearance of the assigned park(s) and public grounds areas along with maintenance and preparation of the athletic fields and recreation sites Assists in planting and aftercare of flowers, shrubs and trees Responsible for determining, reporting and assisting to correct any safety hazards located in assigned park(s) Assists with preventative maintenance and repairs on vehicles, machinery, mowers, tools and equipment Assists laying out and lining all types of athletic fields Assists with recreation programs and special events preparation Responsible for picking up litter and emptying trash receptacles Provides custodial services at maintenance building Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

High School Diploma or

GED PREFERRED

Three months related experience or training Experience using vehicles equipped with a pedal operated clutch and four speed manual transmission

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

Valid driver's license. Supplemental Information

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Basic knowledge of turf care, landscaping, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical skills are desirable.

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 frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and 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 is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. This position is not eligible for benefits. 01 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 02 Do you have a High School diploma or GED? Yes No Required Question Employer The Town of Ocean City, MD Address 301 Baltimore Ave Ocean City, Maryland, 21842 Phone (410) 289-8970 Website https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/