Parks Service Worker (Seasonal)

Salary : $23.93 - $29.08 Hourly

Location : Ukiah, CA

Job Type : Temporary / Seasonal

Job Number : 2025-11

Department : Community Services

Opening Date : 02 / 27 / 2025

DESCRIPTION

Temporary, at-will position not to exceed 1,000 hours

Recruitments posted as "Continuous" are subject to close at any time following an initial two-week posting period. Upon closing, the applications received will be screened and notices will be sent to the applicants regarding the status of their application.

Under direct supervision, to perform semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance of parks, playground equipment, and other recreational and landscaped areas and facilities, and to do related work as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all-encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title.

• Assist in the maintenance of grounds, City facilities, and related areas.
• Assist in the planting, removing, fertilizing, cultivating, and watering of flowers, shrubs, and trees.
• Participate in landscape construction.
• Mow, trim, water, and fertilize lawns and other grass areas.
• Assist in the pruning of trees.
• Operate and maintain all types of power mowers and turf maintenance equipment.
• Participate in cleaning, painting, and performing repairs to park buildings and related facilities.
• Operate trucks, hedge clippers, and related grounds and park maintenance equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs to equipment.
• Keep tools and equipment in clean and safe working condition.
• Provide staff assistance at various special events including setup and cleanup.
• Respond to emergency calls after normal duty hours.
• Assist in the installation and repair of sprinkling systems, and playground equipment.
• Maintain park restrooms and other park facilities; empty trash receptacles.
• Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge Of :

Ability To :

Requirements :

Necessary Special Requirements :

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications must be filled out completely. Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee and those applicants who appear to be among the best qualified will be selected for the examination process. This process may include a variety of techniques designed to test applicants' knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job. An eligibility list will be established by ranking candidates by their overall score and a selection will be made from the candidates on this list. All employment offers are subject to a City-paid physical examination and a thorough reference and background check.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, the City must verify, once an employment offer has been made, that all persons have written proof of their right to work in the United States.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the testing process, please notify the Human Resources Department in advance at (707) 463-6244 so your request may be reviewed prior to the occurrence of the test.

The City of Ukiah is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce.

Continually working to promote diversity, equity, transparency, and justice through the adoption and implementation of City practices, policies, and procedures.

Please contact the City of Ukiah's Human Resources office for benefits information specific to this classification.

Salary : $24 - $29