(Seasonal) Grounds Maintenance Worker

Huron–Clinton Metroparks; Michigan; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in maintaining beautiful park grounds in Michigan! This role offers a chance to work outdoors, caring for trees, shrubs, and turf areas while ensuring the cleanliness and upkeep of park facilities. Ideal for those who enjoy physical work and want to contribute to community recreation. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for individuals looking to make a positive impact in our parks. Enjoy the beauty of nature while gaining valuable experience in grounds maintenance and teamwork. Apply now to be part of a rewarding seasonal opportunity!

Benefits

Retention bonus up to $5.75 per hour

Seasonal bonus of $0.60 per hour

Qualifications

• Ability to operate various maintenance equipment and tools.
• Must work in diverse weather conditions and terrains.

Responsibilities

• Maintain park grounds including planting and caring for trees and shrubs.
• Clean picnic areas, restrooms, and empty trash barrels.

Skills

Hand tools operation

Power tools operation

Turf maintenance

Tree planting and care

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

Push mower

Weed whip

Golf cart

Utility vehicles

1 ton dump truck

Irrigation system

Light riding mower

Job description

PAY RATE: $13.05 per hour (up to 600hours per year or 120 days per season).

Eligible part-time employees will receive up to a $5.75 per hour retention bonus for all hours worked from Memorial Day through Labor Day.Additionally, eligible seasonal employees will receive a $0.60 per hour seasonal bonus for all hours worked.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Work activities in this position primarily involve the maintenance of park grounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The list below is intended to describe the general nature of duties only. Employee shall perform additional duties as assigned.

• Plants and cares for trees, shrubs, and turf areas
• Empties trash barrels
• Cleans picnic areas, restrooms, and roadsides
• Picks up litters using a prod, by hand, or machine
• Operates push mower and weed whip to maintain lawn areas
• Operates golf cart and utility vehicles
• Operates 1 ton dump truck for park maintenance
• Operates irrigation system where applicable
• Operates light riding mower to maintain lawns

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to operate push/power driven mowers and other turf equipment.
• Ability to work varied hours depending upon park demands.
• Ability to traverse sandy, marshy or wooded areas with even or uneven terrain.
• Ability to load, unload and move materials between work locations.
• Ability to get along with co-workers, supervisors, and park visitors.
• Ability to distinguish letters and symbols.
• Ability to perform essential functions.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to apply knowledge of materials, tools, practices and methods ofgrounds maintenance.
• Ability to apply knowledge of turf maintenance and tree planting and care.