SEASONAL PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER II

WAGE: $17.00 - $17.66/hour

This position will be up to 40 hours/week for a duration of 16 weeks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs a variety of working level semi-skilled duties related to the construction, installation, maintenance, upkeep and repair of city buildings, recreation facilities, parks, grounds, and general environ.  Works under the general supervision of the the Parks Director.  Provides close to general supervision to temporary and Seasonal Parks Maintenance Workers I.

Performs general building maintenance; constructs and maintains bowerys, small buildings and storage facilities; assures proper operation of lighting fixtures, doors, windows and plumbing; may assist in framing, painting, roofing or other skilled construction and maintenance activities related to carpentry, plumbing and electrical; assures proper installation and maintenance of playground equipment; conducts field safety inspections of all grounds and playground equipment to identify and minimize risk and liability. 

Assist in the installation of sprinkler systems; selects line sizes, sprinkler spacing, type and control equipment; install test and maintain systems utilizing low voltage, hydraulic, or other operating features.

Performs operations such as spraying projects for the prevention or eradication of pests, fungus, and insects harmful to parks, plants, trees, shrubs and other environ; selects appropriate chemicals and combinations to accomplish task; maintains records of spraying activities; assures chemicals are properly stored and used in conformity with city, state, or federal regulations; operates spraying equipment.

Operates complex lawn mowing equipment; mows and trims grass, bushes and shrubs; assists in pruning activities on trees, shrubs and plants; removes dead, diseased, or injured trees; stimulates healthy plant growth through pruning and cutting.

Performs general landscape and gardening duties; plants and transplants trees, shrubs, buses, grass flowers, etc. as directed to develop attractive parks and grounds; performs various fertilization techniques using dry and liquid chemicals.

Performs custodial work at various sites cleaning buildings, rest rooms; removing trash, etc.

Performs various seasonal duties such as snow removal; water line winterization, performs field game-day preparations, i.e.,  lining & striping, etc.; provides backup support for street and water operations; assists with emergency projects.

Performs related and other duties as required and assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from High School; AND

One (1) year of experience in the maintenance, upkeep, and beautification of turf, parks, facilities and related environ; OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

There are no benefits associated with this position.

TO APPLY:

Applications may be picked up from and returned to the Parowan City Office, 35 E. 100 N., Parowan, UT, 84761.  You may also email application to: callie@parowan.gov.  Resumes without an official Parowan Employment Application will not be considered.  For more information about duties for this position, please contact the Parowan City Office at 435-477-3331.

Parowan City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.