What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Gardener/Caretaker - Seasonal position at City of New London?
The primary function of this job will be to safely operate a small utility vehicle on City streets for daily watering of flowers/plants, followed by general landscaping maintenance of City grounds and flower beds.
This seasonal position will typically work on average 30 hours per week from May through October with some rotating weekend hours. Starting pay is $15.50 per hour.
Position will remain open for applications until it is filled.
This seasonal position will typically work on average 30 hours per week from May through October with some rotating weekend hours. Starting pay is $15.50 per hour.
Position will remain open for applications until it is filled.
- Plant, water, and maintain flowers, shrubs, trees and other plants on City property
- Maintain and weed around landscaped areas
- Make landscaping recommendations for improvements around City parks and facilities
- Maintain safety in the parks and around all City owned properties
- Maintain beautification of parks and other City owned properties by performing refuse pickup, lawn care and landscaping
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections on park vehicles and small equipment
- Initiate safe work practices
- Attend required meetings and training sessions
- Communicate with local groups and school district regarding activities
- Assist with special event setup
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Valid WI Driver's license
- 1-3 years of experience in related field, preferred
- Knowledge of hand tools, riding lawn mower, gas powered trimmers, and blower
- Ability to work weekends/holidays if necessary
- Training and/or certifications in gardening or landscaping, preferred
Salary : $16
