What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Nature Center Maintenance position at City of St. Louis Park, MN?
Job Summary
About us
The City of St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in race, equity, and inclusion. As one of the city’s strategic priorities, the city seeks to ensure all practices, programs, policies, and services of the city are fair, inclusive, and equitable. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences, and our strategic vision includes hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization.
About the position
Under direction of Nature Center Manager, provide customer service, custodial, equipment, facility, and grounds maintenance services, in a manner, which ensures efficient operations and provides a safe, clean and welcoming environment for Nature Center visitors.
This is a seasonal, full-time position running from May to September working up to 40 hours per week. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Applications may be reviewed on a regular basis, and interviews may be extended before closing date.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide grounds maintenance services including but not limited to: trash pick-up, weed pulling, water garden maintenance, boardwalk and hiking trail maintenance, snow removal and habitat restoration projects.
- Open and close rental facilities.
- Be staff member "on-site" during building rentals to monitor facility and activities.
- Set up meeting and rental facilities as per schedule.
- Clean restrooms and rental facilities daily.
- Empty trash receptacles.
- Report and remove graffiti.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be able to work a varied schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
- Ability to operate weed trimmers. lawn mowers, blowers and other equipment.
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrated cultural competence and comfort with supporting the city’s strategic objectives for racial equity.
- Previous experience working in a public setting or working with the public; park, nature center, visitor center, etc.
- Previous maintenance and/or custodial maintenance experience.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Applications must be filled completely for consideration.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
