PT Service Worker II Parks & Recreation

City of Lake Alfred; Lake Alfred (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Lake Alfred is hiring a Service Worker II for the Parks and Recreation Department. In this part-time role, you will manage daily tasks related to the maintenance and repair of public recreational facilities, including parks and ball fields. Interested candidates should have a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience.

Benefits

401(a) and 457(b) Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Wellness Benefits Suite

Paid Holiday, Vacation, & Sick Leaves

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in lawn maintenance or similar field.
• Valid Class 'B' C.D.L. License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for repairs and maintenance of city parks and recreational facilities.
• Operates vehicles and powered equipment for landscaping tasks.
• Performs heavy manual labor including digging and lifting.

Skills

Lawn Maintenance

Manual Labor

Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Service Worker II Part Time | Parks & Recreation Department
$17.44 per hour | 24 hours per week | Part-Time Employee Benefits: 401(a) and 457(b) Retirement Plans,
Tuition Reimbursement,Referral Bonus, Wellness Benefits Suite, Paid Holiday, Vacation, & Sick Leaves

TITLE: Service Worker II Part-Time
DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for managing daily tasks as provided by Parks and Recreation Manager. Responsible for the repairs and maintenance of the city parks, ball fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, and all other recreational facilities. Required to participate in all City sponsored special events. Accountable to and works under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains city parks, ballfields, basketball courts, tennis court and all other city recreational facilities.
• Manages all daily tasks as provided by the Parks and Recreation Manager.
• Performs heavy manual labor such as digging, lifting objects or equipment, spraying, painting, and other manual labor.
• Operate vehicles and powered equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, chain saws, backhoe, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws.
• Mow or edge lawns, using power mowers or edgers.
• Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls.
• Maintain or repair tools, equipment, or structures, such as buildings, greenhouses, fences, or benches, using hand or power tools.
• Mix and spray or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, or trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
• Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, burial sites, or other grounds features.
• Works occasionally on weekends, nights, holidays and special events.
• Minor facility maintenance: assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, painting, machinery, or equipment.
• Performs other related duties as directed or required by the Parks and Recreation Manager.
• Position may be designated as mission-critical by the Department Director.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school graduate or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required.
• At least two (2) years of experience in lawn maintenance or similar work-related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Class “B” C.D.L. License preferred

Employee Benefits at a Glance:

• Salary: $14.62 per hour.
• Retirement: 10% City contribution of your salary to the 401(a) plan.
• Retirement Match: City will equally match the employee’s 457(b) contributions up to 5% of the employee’s salary into the 401(a) plan.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness Program, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, Education Incentive Pay, Employee Assistance Program, & Professional Development Opportunities.