Seasonal Parks Laborer 2024-03 - City of Bloomfield

City of Bloomfield

Job Opening 2024-03

Job Position: Parks Laborer (Must have a valid drivers license)

Number of Job Vacancies: Two (2)

Department: Parks & Recreation

Work Location: Bloomfield

Salary Range: $14.00/hr.

Status: Seasonal

Days Worked: Monday through Thursday

Applications will be accepted: Until Filled

GENERAL PURPOSE

Works under the direct supervision of the Parks Foreman, Parks Worker II, and Parks Worker I performing a variety of semi-skilled duties related to the everyday maintenance of parks, city buildings, and programs.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

ESSENTIAL FUNCITONS

Performs turf maintenance functions; operates riding and push mowers, weed eaters, edgers, and blowers; trims bushes, trees, and shrubs; fertilizes under the supervision of Parks Worker I or II. Cleans restrooms, empties trash cans, picks up litter, and cleans picnic shelters and BBQ grills. Assists with the installation of sprinkler systems, constructions projects, building maintenance, landscaping, planting, painting, and general carpentry.

Performs duties at sports fields, trash clean up, drag and chalk fields, clean restrooms, dug outs, spectator areas, picks up litter, mows, trims and completes minor repairs. Performs weed control by mechanical methods under the supervision of Parks Worker I or II.

Attends monthly safety meetings, department trainings and other training provided by the Parks and Recreation Director. Ability to maintain good working relationship with co-workers, supervisors, city officials, and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education and Experience: A. Graduation from high school or GED; B. Valid New Mexico Driver's License; Ability to use tools properly and safely.

2. Work Environment: Tasks require a variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, lifting, etc. Talking, hearing, and seeing are essential to the performance of the position. Daily exposure to weather extremes and seasonal conditions is normal. Common eye, hand, and finger dexterity exists. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, and discriminating thinking. Frequent local travel is in the normal course of job performance.

Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.