Seasonal Streets & Parks Maintenance Worker (Winter)

City of Northfield (MN); Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Northfield (MN) is seeking seasonal laborers to support the Public Works department. The role involves operating municipal equipment, performing street repairs, snow removal, tree trimming, grounds maintenance, and carpentry, painting, plumbing, masonry and more.

Flexible scheduling, overtime as needed, and teamwork are emphasized. A high school diploma or equivalent and a good driving record are preferred, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent driving record.
• Able to perform light to heavy physical labor and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Previous experience performing physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as dump trucks and plows.
• Perform street repairs, snow removal, ice control, and tree trimming.
• Maintain public grounds and perform carpentry, painting, plumbing, masonry, welding, and mechanical tasks.
• Replace signs, set traffic control devices, and manage city property maintenance.
• Follow safety rules and participate in training.
• Coordinate with other public services staff and city departments.
• Represent the department to civic organizations and promote public works.
• Work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Skills

Physical stamina

Team player

Safety consciousness

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Seasonal laborers will perform numerous duties as assigned to support the Public Works department.

• Operates equipment including but not limited to dump trucks, trucks with plows, small tractors, hand/mechanical tools and equipment, etc.
• Performs duties relating to street repairs, snow removal, ice control and tree trimming.
• Performs duties related to maintenance of public grounds including but not limited to snow removal, ice control and tree maintenance.
• Performs maintenance/construction tasks including but not limited to carpentry, painting, plumbing, masonry, welding, and mechanical.
• Performs duties including, but not limited to sign replacement and repair, placement of traffic control devices, tree trimming/removal, janitorial, compacting materials with hand or mechanical equipment, cleans and maintains City property and other related duties.
• Proper and safe use and maintenance of any assigned City vehicle, equipment, property, etc. Observes and practice safe work habits. Attends and maintains all division training and safety requirements to be legal, safe, and compliant with laws and regulations.
• Effectively coordinates activities with other public services staff. Actively participates and promotes all activities, duties, meetings, training sessions, etc. as a team member.
• Assists City departments, divisions, and outside agencies as directed. Functions as a team member with all City employees, and effectively interacts with all levels of City personnel.
• Represents the department to civic and other organizations, including a positive promotion of the department.
• Follows and disseminates all orders and instructions of the Streets and Parks Supervisor and Streets and Parks Manager.
• Complies with all legal requirements of the job.
• Adheres to all City and street division policies and procedures and requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• An excellent driving record.
• Ability to perform light to heavy physical labor, lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Previous experience performing physical labor.

Position will require flexibility in future scheduling to include all hours at the employers’ discretion for appropriate coverage and efficiency. Must work overtime as assigned; may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, including holidays for special event coverage, weather conditions and emergency situations. Timely reporting to work with a minimum of absences.