Seasonal Park Maintenance Worker-Program Support

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission - PGC Parks and Recreation; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission - PGC Parks and Recreation is seeking a Seasonal Park Maintenance Worker-Program Support to provide year-round support for park operations, events, maintenance projects, and program needs throughout the Southern Region Parks Division.

The successful candidate will assist with daily park and facility operations, setup and breakdown of event and program equipment, transportation of materials, general grounds and building maintenance, and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general park maintenance, groundskeeping, facility support, and program-related tasks.
• Set up, break down, transport, and store equipment, supplies, furniture, tables, chairs, tents, signs, and other program support items.
• Load and unload tools, equipment, supplies, and materials from vehicles and work areas.
• Support park programs, events, rentals, special projects, and maintenance operations as assigned.
• Use hand tools, power tools, carts, vehicles, trailers, and other maintenance equipment safely and appropriately.
• Clean, organize, maintain, and store tools, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Monitor work areas and event/program setups to support safety, cleanliness, and successful operations.
• Provide support to Southern Region Parks Division staff.
• Transport, deliver, set up, and break down program support items, equipment, tools, supplies, and materials.
• Maintain inventory of equipment, tools, supplies, and materials used for program support operations.
• Support effective execution of daily tasks through teamwork and communication.
• Perform related tasks as required.

Skills

Groundskeeping basics

Event setup & breakdown

Tools & equipment operation

Teamwork & communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Vehicles & trailers operation

Electrical equipment (lighting) - preferred

Job description

The Southern Region Parks Division of the Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a Seasonal Park Maintenance Worker-Program Support to provide year-round seasonal support for park operations, special events, maintenance projects, and program needs throughout the division.

The successful candidate will assist with daily park and facility operations, setup and breakdown of event and program equipment, transportation of materials, general grounds and building maintenance, and related support assignments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, safe work practices, teamwork, customer service, and the ability to use tools, equipment, carts, trucks, trailers, and related maintenance equipment safely.

• Assist with general park maintenance, groundskeeping, facility support, and program-related tasks
• Set up, break down, transport, and store equipment, supplies, furniture, tables, chairs, tents, signs, and other program support items
• Load and unload tools, equipment, supplies, and materials from vehicles and work areas
• Support park programs, events, rentals, special projects, and maintenance operations as assigned
• Use hand tools, power tools, carts, vehicles, trailers, and other maintenance equipment safely and appropriately
• Use power cords, tools, carts, and other equipment safely
• Clean, organize, maintain, and store tools, equipment, materials, and supplies
• Monitor work areas and event/program setups to support safety, cleanliness, and successful operations
• Provide support to Southern Region Parks Division staff
• Transport, deliver, set up, and break down program support items, equipment, tools, supplies, and materials
• Maintain inventory of equipment, tools, supplies, and materials used for program support operations
• Support effective execution of daily tasks through teamwork and communication
• Perform related tasks as required

Required

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, rain, humidity, and cold

Preferred

• Experience in the electrical field
• Experience with technical lighting, set design, or electrical equipment
• Experience operating trucks, trailers, forklifts, tractors, loaders, or similar maintenance equipment

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

This position may be considered safety-sensitive depending on assigned duties. Applicants may be required to participate in post-offer/pre-employment controlled substance and alcohol testing when assigned safety-sensitive responsibilities.

When You’ll Work

• Work schedules may vary based on program needs and may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, holidays, and weather-related assignments.
• This is a year-round seasonal position that provides on-call or scheduled support for parks, facilities, programs, events, and maintenance operations.

Working Conditions/Environment

• Outdoor park and event work environment
• Work may involve standing, walking, bending, climbing, lifting, carrying, and using tools or equipment
• Work may occur in varying weather conditions, including heat, rain, humidity, and cold
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Supplemental information

• This position is part-time and not eligible for benefits.
• Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check.
• Employees must comply with all M-NCPPC workplace safety policies and procedures.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411. (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.