What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Horticulture position at City of Kearney?
Description
Under general direction, assist with all aspects of the maintenance of park landscaping, greenhouse, gardens and surrounding areas, performing with a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks. Work varies, requiring interpretative judgment within prescribed standards and procedures. Must be at least 18 years old.
Essential Functions
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, officials and the public. (Daily)
Regular timely/punctual attendance. (Daily)
Assigned projects are performed properly and efficiently. (Daily)
Maintain and safely operate equipment. (Daily)
Apply and maintain knowledge of the current methods, equipment, materials and tools to effectively maintain and care for shrubs, trees, and plants. (Daily)
Apply and maintain knowledge of the current methods, equipment, materials and tools used to perform maintenance tasks. (Daily)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Work Type: Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Climbing/Balancing: Climbs inclines and ladders, uneven surfaces, balance required
Walking: Extensive amount required
Stooping/Bending: Frequently
Stand/Sit: Sit about 20 percent of the time
Reaching: Frequent, overhead as well as horizontal
Vision: Adequate to perform essential functions
Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential functions
Hearing: Frequently perceive nature of sounds by ear
Speech: Moderate need to express ideas by means of spoken word
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently operates vehicles, equipment and tools requiring moderate ability
Manual Dexterity: Frequently operates equipment and tools requiring manual ability
Supplemental Information
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND WORK AIDS USED:
Pickup, bobcat, hand and power tools, two-way radios, sprayers, utility vehicles, turf tractor
REMARKS:
Qualified candidates should be able to work well in a team environment, have an eye for detail and display a positive attitude. No experience is required but individuals should be accustomed to working outdoors in all kinds of weather. The above position description is intended to describe the duties of an employee in general terms and does not necessarily describe all of his/her duties.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
