Seasonal Specialist - Open Space

The Seasonal Specialist positions are responsible for a variety of maintenance work including mowing, edging, weed whacking, and light construction. These positions work throughout the city in Open Space. These positions are physically demanding in nature with exposure to extreme weather conditions. These positions work four (4) ten (10)-hour days during the week (Tuesday-Friday) however hours may vary with possible weekend, holiday, and special events.
 
Benefits as a result of working in this position, you will:

• Gain knowledge, skills and experience in heavy equipment and hand tool operation including skid steers, tractors, rollers, trucks, trailers, weed whackers, mowers, blowers and hedge trimmers
• Gain knowledge and experience in construction; including dirt work, trail building and maintenance, grading, carpentry, fencing and welding
• Learn problem-solving and repair skills
• Work to maintain and restore native areas within our city for citizens to enjoy
• Enjoy free access to City of Westminster Recreation Facilities

This seasonal position begins April 14^th and ends October 10^th. The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate.

The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service – People – Integrity – Respect – Innovation – Teamwork).

This position supports the goals of the Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department, which enhances the quality of life for all Westminster citizens by providing diverse leisure, recreational, and informational services and resources; and acquiring, developing, and maintaining first-class parks, facilities, open space, and trails. This position works toward the accomplishment of the department’s mission: Together we create exceptional opportunities for a vibrant community with a commitment to nature, wellness and literacy.

GENERAL COMPETENCIES
Job Specific – Every employee in this position must be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of practices used in park maintenance, lake maintenance, construction and repair
• Operate equipment such as mowers, weeders, backpack blowers, hand tools and pick-up trucks and trailers
• Demonstrate understanding and importance of safety rules and procedures
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Demonstrate the ability to take care of equipment
• Work independently and in a team environment and show initiative to complete tasks
• Assist the public and City staff in a friendly and helpful manner establishing effective working relationships
• Work in a high-use public facility environment

All employees are expected to provide excellent customer service, communicate in an effective manner both verbally and in writing, display professionalism and integrity, work efficiently, effectively and accurately, work independently and as part of a team, take initiative, solve problems, display good judgment, take ownership for delivering a high-quality product or service, have regular and punctual attendance, and effectively handle emergency situations.

Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks
1. Assists with grounds maintenance which may include the following:

• Mowing, edging, and weeding of parks, trails, lake, and right-of-ways
• Planting and maintaining of trees, flowers and shrubs at parks
• Removal of trash, cleaning of shelters, restrooms, and picnic shelters

2. Assists in applying granular and liquid fertilization applications
3. Operates light and heavy equipment including chippers, chainsaws, landscape construction equipment, skid-steers, industrial mowers, pick-up trucks, mowers, backpack blowers, small dump trucks, or similar equipment
4. Performs general custodial work at public facilities and open space areas including removing trash and cleaning of shelters and restrooms
5. Paints designated facilities and structures
6. Assists with a variety of construction-related projects and playground maintenance
7. Possesses a valid driver’s license and maintains a safe driving record
8. Maintains regular and punctual attendance

Open Space Job Specific Functions:
1. Assists in the maintenance of the Open Space, including repairing and maintaining permanent structures in the Open Space
2. Performs general custodial work including removing trash
3. Performs trails maintenance duties
4. Performs landscape maintenance duties
5. Assists with volunteer projects in the open space (sometimes on weekends on a voluntary basis) 

Other Duties and Responsibilities
1. Performs general routine maintenance as needed
2. Follows safety procedures and uses personal protection equipment such as goggles and ear protection
Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job, and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion.Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications
Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license and maintenance of a safe driving record

Preferred:

• Previous experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Daily maintenance of parks, open space and/or athletic fields
  • Operating light equipment and tools such as pick-up trucks, mowers, chippers, skid-steers
  • Light maintenance and repair of fences or structures, custodial work

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.

Physical Requirements
This position requires a moderate degree of physical stamina and strength, including the ability to: 

• Frequently sit, stand and walk on uneven terrain
• Occasionally squat, bend, kneel, twist, climb, balance and reach over head
• Occasionally lift, carry, push or pull items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds
• Frequently use hands and fingers for fine manipulation; occasionally use light and firm grasp
• Occasionally step up and down to enter and exit vehicles and climb ladders; constant actuate mechanism to safely operate heavy equipment and vehicles
• Frequently see objects up close to perform office tasks and far away to observe activity for safety hazards or problems
• Constantly use hearing to interact with guests and staff and recognize trouble outside of view
• Occasionally use sufficient physical strength, stamina and agility to perform emergency work in various capacities

 
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is constantly performed indoors and outdoors with constant exposure to extreme temperatures year-round. Position is responsible for the maintenance of all City parks, forestry, open space, and athletic fields throughout the year. Snow removal at City facilities, parks, and trails is done when needed.

Required Materials and Equipment
Operates light equipment such as pick-up trucks, small dump trucks, tractors, horticultural hand tools, rototillers, water equipment, trenchers, sod-cutters, pruners, and other equipment as necessary. Depending on the project, may also utilize small tools such as hammers, shovels, saws, measuring tape, levels, drills, and power tools to complete assigned responsibilities

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the United States and must successfully pass a criminal background check, reference check, and substance screen. There may be additional pre-employment requirements depending on the nature of the position.

We are a caring, courteous, team-oriented organization committed to public service excellence. Employees thrive in a culture that is respectful, professional and diverse. Our work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees. Westminster is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $17 - $21