What are the responsibilities and job description for the PARKS/FAIRGROUNDS SUMMER WORKER position at County of McLeod?
To ensure full consideration, please submit your application by March 14, 2025.
Applications received after this date will be reviewed only if the position remains open
- The 2025 salary range for this position is $14.21 to $21.32 per hour depending on experience.
- Applicants without relevant experience should expect to start at $16.50/hr.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
Duties listed are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Position Duties
- Meets the public as required, giving information on facilities, rules, regulations, and related information.
- Cleans restrooms in park areas and may assist in the maintenance of buildings and other facilities.
- Mows lawns, plants and trims trees, and has some knowledge of the variety of trees and shrubs in the parks.
- Does pick and shovel work on road and trails, maintenance and construction, and cleans culverts and catch basins.
- Performs heavy work in loading and unloading of materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Clears and cuts brush and weeds.
- Rakes, weeds, sods, edges, and waters lawns and trims vines and shrubbery.
- Operates other mechanical equipment.
- Performs general grounds keeping.
- Cleans restrooms and may assist in the maintenance of buildings and other facilities.
- Assist with the set-up and teardown of chairs, equipment, etc.
- Cleans in preparation for event set up.
Non-Essential Functions
- Perform job related duties as assigned or apparent.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Certifications/Licenses
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Valid Minnesota driver’s license with proof of insurance.
Desired Qualifications
- Some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
- Some knowledge of park operation and maintenance practices.
Physical Requirements Of This Position
- Desk work involving use of a computer, telephone, and other devices.
- Communicate effectively with County staff and the public.
- Ability to read screens and documents.
- Ability to drive in various light and weather conditions.
- Ability to type and use a computer or mobile device.
- Lift and carry material weighing up to 50 pounds.
Equipment Required to Perform This Job
- Computers
- Telephones
- Mobile devices
- Motor vehicles
Additional Notes
- All positions at McLeod County are subject to a background check. This may include, but is not limited to, the following checks: criminal history, credit, driver’s license, pre-employment physical assessment, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and psychological testing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Salary : $14 - $21
