Recreation Maintenance Worker P/T

Craven County Government; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Craven County Government is seeking a part-time Park Maintenance Assistant to support Creekside and West Craven Parks. The role involves cleaning, field prep, mowing, and field upkeep for weekend games and tournaments, with a requirement to work evenings and weekends.

The ideal candidate is at least 18 years old with a valid North Carolina driver’s license and some experience operating mowing and field maintenance equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid NC Driver's license required.
• Experience with mowing and field maintenance equipment is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist with park maintenance at Creekside or West Craven Parks.
• Keep park areas clean of trash and debris.
• Sanitize and clean bathrooms.
• Prepare and maintain athletic fields for weekend games and tournaments.
• Mow and trim fields and common grounds.
• Work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Interact tactfully with the public and participate in special events.

Skills

General knowledge of outdoor lawn care

Ability to operate tractors and lawn m

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

Ability to work evenings and weekends

Education

Valid NC Driver's license

Tools

Lawn mowers

Power tools

Job description

Primary Purpose

Performs work in the park maintenance of County parks and facilities. Work will be primarily performed at Creekside or West Craven Parks.

Essential Functions

• Works part-time through the Spring, Summer, and Fall months to assist with park maintenance.


• Keep Park areas clean of trash and debris.


• Sanitize and clean bathrooms.


• Prepares and maintains athletic fields for weekend games and tournaments, cleans restrooms and shelters.


• Mows and trims fields and common grounds.


• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.


• Work requires considerable tact as you will come into contact on a regular basis with the general public.


• Must be able to work special events and programs as needed.

Minimum Education And Experience

Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid NC Driver's license. Experience operating mowing and field maintenance equipment helpful.

Special Requirements

G.S. 153A-94.2(b) Subject to SBI criminal history record check prior to hire.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• General knowledge of outdoor lawn equipment, turf maintenance and general landscape practices.


• Ability to operate tractors, lawn mowers, weed eaters, and power tools.


• Ability to perform strenuous work under varying weather conditions including hot outdoor environments.


• Ability to exercise tact with the general public.


• Ability to lift equipment, paint, and line marking equipment up to 75 pounds.