Park Laborer - Part Time/Seasonal

Provides grounds maintenance including: irrigation system installation, maintenance, and repair; vehicle maintenance; litter and trash control; pest control services; signage; maintenance of park benches, picnic tables, grills, and trash cans; trimming, planting, mulching, and landscaping; hauling heavy items and equipment; and overseeing assigned volunteers.

Provides general maintenance and support at special events including preparation activities and litter/trash control; hauling light and heavy items, installing temporary safety fences and trash cans.

Eighth grade education. 

One year experience is preferred.

Knowledge of ground maintenance equipment and techniques.

Skill in operating both heavy and light equipment.  Skill in the use of small hand tools and power tools. 

Ability to understand and follow instructions; ability to deal with the public in a courteous manner.  Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.

Special Requirements
Core work hours are Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 2:30 pm with occasional evening and weekend hours.

May be subject to "stand by" duty outside of normal working hours.

Licenses and Certifications
Valid "Class C" Texas driver's license with good driving record and ability to maintain while employed.

Working Conditions
Work involves exposure to disagreeable elements and noise. Involves continuous outdoor work with frequent exposure to poor weather conditions. Physical demands include frequent lifting of heavy objects weighing up to 100 lbs. Continuous physical exertion, requiring heavy muscular effort with resulting fatigue of arms, legs, back or sensory facilities.

Climbs, kneels, squats, stoops, bends or walks in confined spaces. Sits, stands, or walks for long periods of time. Works around and may be exposed to dust, chemicals and mechanical hazards.