What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Laborer I position at Oxford Township Parks and Recreation?
Park Maintenance Division
Job Title: Parks Laborer I
Starting Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour based on qualifications & experience
Classification: Full-time with complete benefit package (Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement, PTO)
Job Summary:
Responsible for performing and maintaining all park grounds, buildings, playground apparatus, athletic fields, facility cleaning, and operations duties at Oxford Township Parks. Hours of work will vary and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Reports to Parks Superintendent.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Responsibilities for operations of any Township Park as assigned, including opening and or closing parks
· General Park labor including field maintenance, weed whipping, mowing, custodial, and operation of small and large equipment
· Sport field maintenance
· Interact regularly with park patrons
· Interact regularly with seasonal employees
· Vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs
· Minor repairs of all park equipment
· Other duties as may be required
Required Knowledge/Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
· Experience operating and maintaining outdoor equipment, such as mowers, tractors, etc.
· Excellent organizational and communication skills
· Ability to work as a team player
· Prefer basic knowledge of construction trades (Carpentry, electric, plumbing, etc).
· Prefer small engine repair experience
Required Experience:
· One year experience working in an outdoor setting
· Prefer previous experience in park setting
Certifications:
Valid Michigan Driver’s License
Physical Working Conditions:
Majority of work is outside in varying weather conditions and temperatures. May routinely require lifting moderately heavy items up to 50 pounds. Requires substantial time on feet, bending and walking over uneven surfaces.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
- Year round work
Experience:
- Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Oxford, MI 48371 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22