Seasonal Parks Worker - Grounds

If you enjoy being outside and working with your hands, then La Crosse County has an opportunity for you!  We are currently hiring seasonal grounds crew at Goose Island (near Stoddard) and Veteran's Memorial (near West Salem) and are seeking candidates with availability beginning in April and through mid-to-late October.

• Paid training, licensing, and certifications as needed for seasonal employees.
• At least 2 weekends off per month (some required) and holiday bonus pay.
• The best “office” views in the county and fresh air every day at work.

Demonstrates self-leadership, seeks out opportunities for personal growth and development, accepts feedback and demonstrates ability to learn and apply.
 
Shares ideas and demonstrates respect, humility, honesty and open-minded thinking.
 
Demonstrates flexibility, acceptance of change and emotional intelligence.
 
Takes initiative and demonstrates the ability to think critically and strategically.
 
Participates as a contributing member of the team and brings authentic self to discussions regarding all aspect of work.
 
Demonstrates ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
 
Contributes positively to an inclusive workplace.
 
Regularly cleans, services and sanitizes restrooms, vault toilets, shower houses and shelter houses. Repairs and paints picnic tables, benches, shower houses, shelter houses, fences and signs. Removes litter. Lifts and empties trash barrels. Keeps park grounds and buildings clean.
 
Drives truck and utility vehicle (all terrain vehicle) to haul garbage and debris/honey wagon service.
 
Maintains valid drivers' license and good driving record and advises Parks/Office Supervisor of driving infractions.
 
Assists the public in its use of park facilities.
 
Mows and trims grass and hauls debris. Cuts weeds and brush using hand tools. Cleans ash from fire pits. Prunes shrubs and trees. Cuts and stores firewood.
 
Fills propane tanks.
 
Does minor repair work.
 
Operates a variety of machines, tools and equipment; performs simple maintenance work to said equipment, including refueling.
 
Protects park property from abuse, such as vandalism or violations of park rules and regulations.
 
Carries and operates a two-way radio for communication with co-workers and supervisor when in the field.
 
This is a public service position, and employee is required to be courteous, cooperative and respectful at all times, with the public and clients. Also establishes and maintains a courteous, cooperative and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors, and public officials. Works safely and follows safety practices and standards of the Facilities Department; responsible for reporting or correcting any existing or potential safety or accident hazard.
 
Physical demands: Lifts and dumps barrels of garbage weighing approx. 60 lbs. Occasionally lifts up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Rides and operates lawn mowers and other power equipment. Wears safety equipment, such as goggles, gloves, and ear protection. Carries and uses power trimmer weighing approx. 20 lbs. Bends, twists, crouches and kneels while scrubbing bathrooms. Sweeps, mops and carries buckets of water. Splits wood. Handles, carries and operates various equipment such as hand and power tools, chainsaws, shovels, pick, hammer and brooms. Reaches and uses arms and hands for carrying equipment, painting and other maintenance work. Occasionally climbs ladders and works at heights to paint, repair roofs, or other functions. Drives truck. Walks, pushes, pulls, bends, twists, reaches, crouches and kneels while performing duties. Occasionally climbs hills and walks uneven terrain. Uses near and far vision. Comprehends and carries out oral and written instructions. Uses some independent judgment. Works outdoors in all types of weather during months of April through October. Dramatic shifts in temperature, dust, noise, vibrations and mechanical hazards are factors. Hazards exist in operating mechanical equipment listed above and fire hazards when filling gas tanks on equipment. Reads and writes instructions and records. May stand for up to 8 hours per shift. Tasks may involve exposure to blood/body fluids.
 
RELATED JOB FUNCTIONS
This job description is not intended to encompass every job duty or responsibility but is only illustrative. This position is required to perform other duties as may be assigned or required. May occasionally perform the duties of Seasonal Worker-Registration (see separate job description).

·Working knowledge of building, grounds and park maintenance and construction work.
·Ability to use common tools and to operate machinery and equipment.
·Ability to operate a variety of powered equipment.
·Ability to operate equipment safely.
·Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
·Ability to work with the general public in a courteous fashion.
·Ability to perform minor repairs and other related tasks.
·Ability to work under varying climatic conditions
·Physical condition and ability to perform the essential job functions, including, lifting, pulling, bending, climbing and ability to work at heights, if necessary.

•Sufficient ability to understand and carry out oral and written instruction.
•Experience in grounds maintenance, farm work, or general labor preferred.
•Ability to use various common tools, power tools and operate machinery.
•Availability to work days, early mornings, evenings, holidays and weekends.
•Traits of honesty, trustworthiness and dependability.
•Good work record, work history and references.
•Be hard working and have good attendance.
•Good customer service record and skills.
•Have and maintain during the course of employment a valid driver's license and good driving record.
•May consider any relevant equivalent combination of experience and training.

Salary : $17