Greenway and Gardens Seasonal Crew Member (Rec. Asst. 9-2130) Roster - City of Greensboro
Greensboro, NC
About the Job
*** Extended Recruitment ****
If you have submitted an application previously for this recruitment, you need "NOT" apply again. All applications are still under consideration.
The City of Greensboro exists to partner with the community to build the desired quality of life for Greensboro. All of our actions are guided by our commitment to and measured by our success in building public trust and the future we and the community desire.
Critical to our success is maintaining a work environment that fosters employee commitment to public service and making a difference in the lives of our residents.
If this sounds like a purpose that you would like to share in, please consider the opportunity below.
The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department is a nationally accredited department and four-time National Gold Medal Award winner for Parks and Recreation Excellence. We are committed to enhancing our department's existing assets; expanding our offerings through strengthening partnerships and creating transformational programs; and connecting communities with a vibrant, healthy, and equitable park system. We are seeking talented and enthusiastic individuals, with positive attitudes, strong work ethic, and passion for making a difference in Greensboro.
Work Schedule: Hours vary, maximum of 1000 hours per year.
Brief Description of Work:
This is a Seasonal Roster Crew Member position. As a vital part of the Greenway and Gardens staff, you will be called upon to perform various tasks related to landscaping that may include but not be limited to: planting, pruning, trash collection, grounds maintenance, weed eating and edging. The physical duties of the job require walking, standing, repetitive bending, repetitive kneeling and lifting of up to 50 pounds safely in all types of weather. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of ornamental plants and proper pruning techniques, experience with hand tools (i.e. pruners, saws, blowers, edger, weed eaters,) associated with all aspects of landscaping. The ideal candidate should also have experience in turf grass management and landscape maintenance.
This job is Non-Exempt under FLSA policy.