Part-time Gardener

Theuniversityunion; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

City of South Bend is seeking a part-time Park Maintenance worker at 215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601-1830. The role includes watering, planting, pruning, applying fertilizers, and occasional storm cleanup, with daily iPad paperwork and independent work.

Requires a high school diploma; pesticide license/RT is a plus. Schedule is M-F with spring/summer and fall/winter hours, and union status is N/A. Physical demands are substantial and safety/Background checks apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent education.
• Indiana Pesticide License or RT, a plus

Responsibilities

• Watering, planting, pruning, and removing trees and assorted vegetation.
• Applying fertilizer and other chemical treatments
• Assist with storm damage cleanup as needed.
• Operating an iPad, as well as filling out daily paperwork.
• Be able to work independently.
• Related Park maintenance duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned.

Skills

Outdoor work

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent education

Tools

iPad

Truck

Pruners

Chain saw

Job description

Ready to join our team? We’d love to meet you!

• Location 215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd,Suite 200,South Bend, IN, 46601-1830,United States
• Base Pay $19.00 / Hour
• Job Category Non-managerial
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Part Time
• Required Degree High school

Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list below are representative of the knowledge, education, skills and abilities requires. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected.

• Watering, planting, pruning, and removing trees and assorted vegetation.
• Applying fertilizer and other chemical treatments
• Assist with storm damage cleanup as needed.
• Operating an iPad, as well as filling out daily paperwork.
• Be able to work independently.
• Related Park maintenance duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY

• Working knowledge of city streets is a plus.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent education.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Indiana Pesticide License or RT, a plus

EQUIPMENT

Truck, trailer, hand saw, pruners, chain saw, backpack sprayer, miscellaneous hand tools, and iPad.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works in highly precarious places and is often exposed to wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, except when operating power equipment.

SCHEDULE:

M-F, Spring/Summer 6:30 AM-2:30 PM, Fall/Winter 7:00 AM-3:00 PM

UNION AFFILIATION:

N/A

REQUIRED:

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen
• Employee Background check

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at-will employer.

EEO/DIVERSITY STATEMENT

The City of South Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Requirements

Essential Duty: Uphold Core Values

All employees of the City of South Bend are expected to uphold and actively demonstrate the City's Core Values in their daily work, which are summarized below:

• Excellence– Deliver high-quality service and strive for continuous improvement.
• Accountability– Take ownership of responsibilities and outcomes.
• Innovation– Seek creative solutions and embrace new ideas.
• Inclusion– Promote a respectful, equitable, and welcoming environment.
• Empowerment– Support and encourage others to grow and succeed.

This duty is fundamental to fostering a positive workplace culture and delivering exceptional public service. These values shape our culture, inform our decisions, and inspire our work every day.

Summary

Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity Statement

The City of South Bend is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or tolerate harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Additional Information

• Division Venues, Parks, Arts - Park Maintenance
• Working Location Erskine Golf Course - 4200 Miami St.