What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Parks/Public Works Laborer position at City of Urbandale?
Summary Description
Under the general supervision of the Public Works Supervisor or Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, performs manual labor for a variety of maintenance, operational and construction activities related to Public Works or Parks infrastructure, or service delivery. Performs heavy manual labor for extended periods; and works in adverse weather conditions.
Employment for Summer Laborer in the Public Works or the Parks Department is from mid-May, 2025 through mid-August, 2025.
Routine Job Duties/Responsibilities
Parks Laborers Responsibilities:
- Assists with park maintenance projects.
- Repairs and replaces park equipment.
- Assists with landscaping work in parks and at facilities.
- Assists and performs janitorial duties in park facilities.
- Assist maintaining City buildings and property.
- Assists park staff in arborist work activity in parks and at City facilities.
- Operates vehicles and assorted hand and power tools.
- Performs heavy manual labor.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Assists with street maintenance projects.
- Repairs and replaces traffic control devices.
- Assists with the application of pavement markings.
- Assists with the maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer systems.
- Maintains City buildings and property.
- Assists in the collection of solid waste.
- Operates vehicles and assorted hand and power tools.
- Performs heavy manual labor.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Attend safety meetings and seminars as required and promotes safety. Follows all City and department safety policies and procedures.
Typical Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
- Ability to take initiative.
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Basic mathematical skills.
- Ability to concentrate in a diverse work setting.
- Sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
Supplemental Information
There are multiple openings available for the 2025 season. Applicants selected will be invited to participate in the interview process.
This posting will remain open until all Summer Laborer positions are filled for the Parks and Public Works departments.
Post-offer/pre-employment background / motor vehicle report check and drug test are required.
This position is eligible for the $400 2025 Summer Referral Bonus! Here's how the referral bonus works: Summer 2025 employees who refer a friend that also gets hired into a summer role (Summer Recreation positions, Summer Laborer openings, or the Athletic Field Maintenance position) and works the full season will receive $400 for the successful referral. The friend must be a new employee to the City of Urbandale, they cannot be returning from a previous season. Have your friend put your name down on the application for how they learned about the vacancy. It's that easy! Be sure to follow us on social media and share our job postings with your friends to get the referral bonus!
The City of Urbandale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons with disabilities must submit requests for ADA accommodations to the Human Resources Department, in writing, prior to the application deadline.
