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SEASONAL PARKS FACILITY MAINTENANCE

City of Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI Temporary
POSTED ON 2/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/24/2025
PARKS SSNL LABORS - Parks Grounds Maintenance: Dates:4/21 - 10/31 Schedule: Mon - Fri from 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.(8 hrs per shift) Parks Facility Maintenance: Dates:4/21 - 10/24Schedule: Mon - Fri from 6 a.m. - 12 p.m. (6 hrs per shift) or Sat / Sun /Holidays from 5 a.m - 10 a.m. (5 hrs per shift) Parks Athletic Field Mnt Dates:5/5 - 8/29 Schedule: Mon - Fri from 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (8 hrs per shift)orSat / Sun /Holidays from 6 a.m. - 9 a.m. (3 hrs per shift) Parks Pollock Waterpark Mnt Dates:6/2 - 8/29 Schedule: Mon - Fri from 6 a.m. - 11 a.m. (5 hrs per shift)orSat / Sun / Holidays from 6 a.m. - 11 a.m. (5 hrs per shift) Parks Pollock Waterpark Mnt Dates:6/2 - 8/29 Schedule: Mon - Fri from 12 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (7.5 hrs per shift) orSat / Sun / Holidays from 2 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (7.5 hrs per shift)

This position will aid with department operations as it pertains to maintenance of parks grounds, buildings, and special use facilities (water park, amphitheater, Lakeshore Pavilion) and special events. Performing maintenance operations such as custodial operation; turf and landscape maintenance, facility and amenity maintenance and aiding in special event operations. Responsible and accountable for general maintenance, cleanup duties and safe operation of City owned grounds and facilities.

Essential Duties And Responsbilities

  • Park Facility and Grounds Operations (90%): Operate light vehicles, commercial mowers, lawn tractors, small grass cutting/hedge trimming machinery, power tools. Mow grass (with a push mower or riding lawn mower), pick up litter and debris. Use power trimmer to weed whip. Water and weed flower beds, baskets, trees and other landscaped areas. Apply mulch to landscape, blow and rake walkways. Clean and perform maintenance tasks at pool, including cleaning of recreation equipment. Clean and perform maintenance tasks at boat launch and Riverwalk services. Clean and perform custodial operations for restrooms, shelters and other public use areas. Collect and dispose of recyclables, garbage and litter. Open and close facilities as directed. Perform seasonal operation set up such as clearing trails, cleaning equipment, putting up trail and park signage, and setting up sports fields. Maintain athletic fields and prepare baseball and softball fields for games.
  • Special Event Operations (10%): Assist with setup, tear-down and the operation of special events and functions. Move supplies, picnic tables and equipment as directed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

  • Must be at least 16 years old (vehicle operation restrictions will apply to those who are 16 and 17; no restrictions for staff who are 18 or older)
  • Possess a valid driver's license

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Ability to report to work at scheduled time with reasonable and predictable attendance. * Ability to work various scheduled hours, including weekends and holidays. * Willingness to report any violation of City of Oshkosh rules/regulation on or in relationship to City property to supervisor. * Responsible and accountable for providing general information to the public and assisting them with their concerns and complaints when possible. * Ability to perform assigned duties and ensure that work is * Ability to take direction and train with professional staff to properly and safely perform maintenance tasks. * Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. * Ability and knowledge of routine building and grounds cleaning and maintenance methods, materials, and practices. * Ability to follow training, recognize applicable hazards and to follow appropriate safety precautions in accordance with the City's Safety Policy and Procedures as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Act, including all applicable regulations. * Ability to interact and deal courteously and tactfully with park patrons. * Possess good interpersonal and communication skills, be team oriented, and be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees. * Ability to read, write, understand and follow oral and written instructions. * Possess knowledge in park facility and grounds maintenance, horticultural practices, including working with plants, shrubs, trees, and ground covers. * Ability to operate a variety of landscape and park maintenance equipment. * Ability to lift tables, equipment and a variety of heavy objects properly and safely. * Possess knowledge of small engine equipment operation such as lawn mowers, power trimmers, blowers, and pressure washers, pool equipment.

In evaluating candidates for this position, the City may consider a combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of the position.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Light duty dump/pick-up trucks, trailers, utility carts, grounds maintenance equipment including mowers and weed whips, power and hand tools, phone, and mobile or portable radio.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, bend, lift, reach, push, pull, squat, and kneel; use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, talk, or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift weights up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee frequently works around dangerous animals, moving mechanical parts, fumes, and in outside exposure to wet, cold, hot and humid conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderately noisy.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, background and reference checks, and job-related tests work may be required.

The duties listed herein are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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