Seasonal Park Maintenance Workers

SUMMARY:

Under immediate supervision, performs unskilled tasks required in the maintenance of county parks and management areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be capable of regular and predictable attendance at a specified location in order to perform assigned tasks.

• Assists in the performance of general maintenance work such as hauling garbage, cleaning toilets, cutting wood, building fences, roadwork, and other park maintenance.  

• Performs janitorial duties in the shop and office.  

• Washes and cleans vehicles.  

• Operates tractors and trucks when necessary to carry out maintenance and development activities.

• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Administrative and Functional supervision is received from Park Ranger III, Unit Ranger, or designated official.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

• No functional or administrative supervision exercised.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Iowa driver’s license and be insurable under county guidelines.

• High School Diploma or GED desirable; 

• Previous work experience preferred.

• Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills and a professional demeanor.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and maintain good public relations.

• Some knowledge in the operation of manual tools and equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work environment and physical demand characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Refer to the “Essential and Marginal Function Analysis” statement for a complete description of essential functions and functional requirements.

• Position requires frequent exposure to outdoor elements which may include heat, humidity, cold, rain, snow, live or dead animals, animal waste, odors, loud noises, filthy environments and insects.

• Must be able to walk on uneven or heavily wooded ground.

• Position requires frequent use of hands to finger, handle, or feel; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; ability to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance.