Seasonal Fall Park Grounds Maintenance

Description

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Assist with all aspects of the maintenance of City Parks, Cemetery, and Cottonmill Park. Under general direction, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance, construction and care of the parks and park facilities. Work varies, requiring interpretative judgment within prescribed standards and procedures. Must be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, officials and the public. (Daily) Regular timely/punctual attendance. (Daily) Assigned projects are performed properly and efficiently. (Daily) Maintain and safely operate equipment. (Daily) Apply and maintain knowledge of the current methods, equipment, materials and tools to effectively maintain and care for shrubs, trees, plants and grass. (Daily) Apply and maintain knowledge of the current methods, equipment, materials and tools used to perform maintenance and construction tasks. (Daily)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Work Type: Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objectsClimbing/Balancing: Climbs inclines and ladders, uneven surfaces, balance requiredWalking: Extensive amount requiredStooping/Bending: FrequentlyStand/Sit: Sit about 20 percent of the timeReaching: Frequent, overhead as well as horizontalVision: Adequate to perform essential functionsColor Vision: Adequate to perform essential functionsHearing: Frequently perceive nature of sounds by earSpeech: Moderate need to express ideas by means of spoken wordEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently operates vehicles, equipment and tools requiring moderate abilityManual Dexterity: Frequently operates equipment and tools requiring manual ability

This position is not eligible for benefits.