Park Laborer

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Class Title: Park Laborer I Pay Scale: Unclassified

Department: Parks Updated: March 2023

Status: Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive: Yes

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks to assist in the overall maintenance of public grounds, buildings and equipment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the immediate supervision of the Parks Caretaker.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Must be able to operate riding and push mowers and string trimmers.

Able to perform minor maintenance on equipment such as checking oil and fluid levels and sharpen blades.

Maintain athletic fields.

Clean restrooms, haul trash, plant trees, flowers and shrubs.

Fertilize, spray and water trees, flowers and shrubs.

Some heavy physical labor is involved such as digging, sod work, concrete and planting big trees.

Help in building new buildings, painting, installation and repairs of sprinklers, cleaning shop and vehicles.

Assist in work on miscellaneous projects such as building picnic tables and playground equipment.

Ability to perform job duties under adverse conditions, within the limits of personal safety.

Ability to work effectively with others.

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Ability to operate various power tools and equipment.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Duties as assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

(A) No previous training or experience is required.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

(A) Ability to lift heavy objects and to work under adverse weather conditions, within the limits of personal safety.

(B) Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

(C) Ability to operate simple equipment and to perform routine building operation and maintenance tasks.

(D) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, and the public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

(A) Valid state driver’s license.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Pickup truck, lawn and landscaping equipment, including tractors, mowers, aerifier, chainsaw, edgers, weed trimmers, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, irrigation systems; miscellaneous hand and power tools for turf maintenance, carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and cement finishing work; janitorial equipment including floor buffers, steam cleaner, carpet cleaners, washers, vacuums, mops, brooms, and dusting equipment.

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 regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or

balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Work in an elevated working environment such as a bucket truck, ladders, or roof.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the 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 regularly works near moving mechanical parts and outside, may work in inclement weather conditions. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

May be required to work evenings and weekends.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $10.75 - $15.12 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gering, NE 69341: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Landscape maintenance (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $11 - $15