Park Aide - Sandy Ridge Reservation

Lorain County Metropolitan Park District; North Ridgeville (OH); On-site; USD 15,153 - 16,531; Full time

Job summary

Lorain County Metropolitan Park District is seeking a maintenance and grounds worker to perform a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled labor tasks in maintaining and improving park resources and facilities. The role includes cleaning facilities, basic landscaping, setup for public events, and equipment operation in all weather conditions.

Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license; background check required. Equal opportunity employer. Pay is $11 to $12 per hour, up to 39 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Cleans buildings and park facilities to keep them sanitary and presentable.
• Performs routine landscaping tasks such as mowing, pruning, weeding, mulching and watering.

Responsibilities

• Cleans buildings, structures, and park facilities (restrooms, shelters, etc.).
• Mows, trims, weeds, mulches, waters, and fertilizes landscaped areas.
• Litter and trash pickup, and maintenance of storage areas.
• Sets up facilities for public functions (chairs, tables, A/V equipment).
• Operates vehicles and equipment (pickup trucks, tractors, mowers, Gators).
• Repairs building equipment as needed.
• Installs and maintains fencing and similar features.
• Light lifting up to 80 pounds.
• Staining and painting tasks as required.
• Assists with purchases of supplies as authorized.
• Communicates with staff and park visitors in writing and verbally.
• Participates in safety programs and adheres to policies.

Job description

Performs a variety of semi‑skilled and unskilled labor jobs in maintaining and improving Park District resources and facilities, maintains buildings, and sets up facilities for public functions, etc. Performs mainly routine tasks in maintenance and landscaping.

Pay Rate: $11 to $12 per hour, commensurate with the employee’s experience.

Hours: Up to 39 hours per week

Requirements

1. Cleans buildings (i.e., sanitizes, sweeps, mops, etc.), structures (i.e., shelters, restrooms, etc.) and other park facilities.
2. Performs routine landscaping tasks including but not limited to mowing, pruning, weeding, mulching, watering, fertilizing, seeding, etc.
3. Litter and trash pickup.
4. Maintains facilities, and storage areas, empties trash, etc.
5. Sets up facilities (i.e., chairs, tables, A/V equipment).
6. Operates vehicles and equipment (i.e., pickup trucks, tractors, mowers, Gators, and other heavy equipment).
7. Repairs building equipment as needed.
8. Installs and maintains split‑rail fencing, etc.
9. Light lifting (up to 80 pounds).
10. Staining and painting.
11. Assists with purchases of supplies as authorized.
12. Communicate with other staff, supervisors, and park visitors, both in writing and verbally.
13. Participates in park safety programs and adheres to Park District policies and standards.
14. Able to work in all weather conditions.
15. Performs related duties as apparent or assigned.

Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license. New employees must satisfactorily complete a background check. Lorain County Metropolitan Park District policy prohibits hiring new employees who are tobacco users.

Lorain County Metro Parks is an equal‑opportunity employer.