What are the responsibilities and job description for the SEASONAL LANDSCAPE WORKER position at Town of Cary, NC?
Description
Cary's Public Works Department is seeking enthusiastic individuals who are at least 18 years of age to work as part of our seasonal facilities maintenance team to perform general landscape and maintenance work at Cary’s parks and facilities. Joining this team provides an excellent opportunity to support Cary's commitment to excellent service to our citizens. If you enjoy the outdoors and working with your hands, then this is a perfect opportunity for you!
Our ideal candidate is willing to work hard and displays a passion for helping the community. The candidate will be flexible, self-motivated, and take initiative to go above and beyond to support their crewmembers. Most importantly, the candidate will take pride in their accomplishments and the difference they make in the Cary community.
This seasonal position will work full-time for approximately 5 to 6 months. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with the possibility of weekend/overtime work.
Typical Tasks
Assist a team in the maintenance of Cary’s parks and facilities
Provide upkeep of Cary facilities with daily cutting, edging, trimming and blowing
Assist in completing landscape projects to include mulching and plant maintenance/replacement
Monitor and maintain weed control
Prepare and maintain sporting event fields, primarily through lining and dragging
Assist with other athletic events or programs/special events as needed
Complete facility and park cleanup after severe weather events
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience in the use of gas-powered trimmers, mowers, blowers, shovels, rakes, and other small landscaping equipment.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
18 years old, or older.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Physical requirements:
This position requires the ability to stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, push/pull, and heavy lifting. Ability to work in all weather conditions is necessary.
Preferences:
Experience in the use of gas-powered trimmers, mowers, blowers, shovels, rakes, and other small landscaping equipment.
Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.
Regular Full-Time Employees
Cary is pleased to provide excellent, competitive, and comprehensive benefits to serve the needs of our employees and their families.
Because Cary believes that employees are one of our most important resources, significant dollars (averaging about 40% of annual salary per employee) are spent each year on employee benefits.
All regular full-time employees of Cary are eligible, and benefits coverage for new employees and family members is effective upon an employee's hire date.
