Park Worker - Part Time

Sjgov; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Part-time benefits

Job summary

San Joaquin General Hospital is seeking a part-time Park Worker to maintain and develop county parks and grounds, with duties that may include leading crews and supervising tasks as assigned.

Qualifications include 30 semester units in related fields or one year of park maintenance experience, plus a valid California driver’s license. This position is part-time and based in San Joaquin County; typical duties involve outdoor work and seasonal schedules.

Qualifications

• Completion of 30 semester units at an accredited college or university with a minimum of 12 units in ornamental horticulture, forestry, park or recreation management, environmental resources, landscape architecture or a closely related field.
• One-year maintaining, repairing and constructing park grounds, facilities, commercial landscaping, or similar areas.
• Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop county parks and grounds; may supervise relief, alternate work program, and other crews; may act as lead worker when assigned.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Team leadership

Oral/written communication

Education

30 semester units in related field

Tools

Landscaping tools

Vehicle operation

Job description

This recruitment is being given to fill 1 part-time positions in the San Joaquin General Hospital and to establish an eligible referral pool to fill future part-time opportunities. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

$24.54- $29.83

Human Resources

44 N San Joaquin St

Third Floor, Suite 330

Hourly Wage

Recruitment

1026-RC0800-PC

about the position

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Employees in this class perform a wide variety of work in maintaining and developing county parks and grounds. Employees may be assigned to perform general or specialized duties within a park or group of parks or grounds; may work with minimal supervision; may routinely supervise general relief, alternative work program, and other work crews; and may act as lead worker over other employees.

the Hospital

Education:

Completion of 30 semester units at an
accredited college or university with a
minimum of 12 units in ornamental
horticulture, forestry, park or recreation
management, environmental resources,
landscape architecture or a closely related
field.

Experience

One-year maintaining, repairing and
constructing park grounds, facilities,
commercial landscaping, or similar areas.

Pattern I

Pattern II

For Both Patterns

License:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

More Than a Hospital—A Community Partner

San Joaquin General Hospital isn't just where you go when you're ill—it's a pillar of community wellness, a center for medical advancement, and a place where healing happens with dignity and respect. What began as a modest medical facility has evolved into a comprehensive healthcare system, but our core mission remains unchanged: providing exceptional care with unwavering compassion to every resident of San Joaquin County.

Advanced General Medical and Surgical Care

Dedicated Pediatric Services

24/7 Intensive Care Units

Our outpatient facilities, including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics, are designed to meet the diverse health needs of our community.

1026 Park Worker PT

0:00 / 0:30

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EITHER PATTERN I

Education: Completion of 30 semester units at an accredited college or university with a minimum of 12 units in ornamental horticulture, forestry, park or recreation management, environmental resources, landscape architecture or a closely related field.

OR PATTERN II

Experience: One-year maintaining, repairing and constructing park grounds, facilities, commercial landscaping, or similar areas.

License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE

Methods and techniques for caring for plants and lawns, including planting, cultivation, fertilizing and pruning; general maintenance and construction practices; methods, materials, tools, and practices used in park grounds and facilities maintenance.

ABILITY

Work independently; follow oral and written instructions; perform a wide variety of grounds, custodial, and facilities maintenance work; use tools and operate equipment used in park maintenance and development; maintain records; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; lead others.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mobility-Sitting and standing for extended periods, driving, walking, pushing/pulling, bending/squatting, operate heavy equipment, climbing ladders, climbing stairs, and crawling; Lifting-Occasionally lift up to 70 plus pounds or restraining or lifting heavy objects or people; Vision-Good overall vision, color perception, eye/hand coordination, depth perception, occasional reading of close-up work; Dexterity-Normal dexterity; Hearing/Talking-Occasional hearing and talking on the telephone or radio and in person; Emotional/Psychological-Occasional decision making, concentration, public contact, working alone, exposure to hazardous materials, trauma, and emergency situations; Environmental Conditions-Occasional exposure to in-door climate; frequent exposure to out-door environment; contact with hazardous materials; may require occasional overtime, weekend or evening work. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) .

Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

BENEFITS

Part-Time Employee Benefits: Part-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.

Hours Restrictions: Please be advised that SEIU bargaining unit employees are limited to 1,559 hours on payroll each calendar year.

Selection Procedures

Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at [phone] prior to the examination date.

Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.

Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when:

• They are related to the Appointing Authority, or
• The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other

Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.

Limited Hours Restrictions: Part-time and/or Temporary employees are limited to 1,559 hours on payroll each calendar year.

Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.