Farm Caretaker (Parks Steward)

City of Aurora; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Farm Caretaker with the City of Aurora, caring for farm animals and maintaining gardens. This part-time role offers a chance to work outdoors and contribute to the community's quality of life while enjoying benefits like medical coverage and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Holidays

On-site fitness and well-being programs

Educational programs for career growth

Qualifications

• No specific education or experience required, but manual labor experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safety practices is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Care for farm animals and maintain their habitats.
• Perform watering, weeding, and harvesting in gardens.
• Support the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department's mission.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to perform manual labor

Courteous vehicle operation

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

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Job Location

21901 E Hampden Ave Aurora, Colorado 80013-5000

About the City of Aurora

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora. We are growing and seeking dedicated, collaborative individuals to join our team. Our core values are Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, which guide our decisions and actions. We welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in people's lives daily
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation
• Well-Funded Retirement Plan
• Close to light rail stations
• On-site fitness and well-being programs
• Educational programs for career growth
• Access to innovation workspaces

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Are you ready to embrace the outdoors? The Plains Conservation Center seeks a dedicated individual to care for farm animals such as sheep, goats, chickens, turkeys, donkeys, and alpacas, ensuring they are fed, watered, and their habitats maintained. You will also care for vegetable, fruit, and herb gardens, perform watering, weeding, harvesting, and maintain irrigation systems, as well as care for trees through watering, weeding, and mulching. Weekend availability is required. This role supports the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department's mission to connect with the community and enhance Aurora's quality of life.

This position is VHBE (Variable Hour Benefit Eligible), working an average of 40 hours per week with benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and holidays.

Compensation

The hiring rate is $18.00/hour.

Additional Responsibilities

• Stewardship of public lands
• Facility and property maintenance and repairs
• Planting and caring for trees and vegetation
• Operating and maintaining equipment
• Record keeping
• Enforcing safety regulations
• Public information and assistance
• Supporting special events and projects
• Snow and ice removal
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions

Qualifications can include an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. No specific education or experience is required, but preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, manual labor experience, and knowledge of safety practices.

Skills and Abilities

• Courteous vehicle operation
• Effective communication
• Ability to perform manual labor
• Work independently and self-motivate
• Handle stressful situations positively
• Learn equipment operation

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid driver's license with good record
• Colorado Basic Pesticide Training (or ability to obtain)
• CPR and First Aid (or ability to obtain)
• TCIA Chipper Operator and Ground Operations Certifications (or ability to obtain)

Working Conditions

• Essential personnel during emergencies
• Heavy physical work, outdoors in all weather
• Equipment operation
• Work environment includes noise, dust, chemicals

Additional Requirements

• Criminal background and drug screening
• Employment references

Other Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Industry: Government Administration