Seasonal Public Works Park Position

Chicago St SE near 3rd Street, Turner OR

Description

Turner Public Works Position Announcement Turner Public works is hiring for seasonal employees. The purpose of these positions is for spring and summer time help for the public works department in parks. The hired candidate must have a flexible availability as these positions may be required to work outside normal business hours (partial weekend/late afternoon). Pay is $13.00-15.00hr DOE General requirements are: • Ability to safely operate a department issued vehicle (acceptable driving record). • Ability to safely operate various equipment. (riding mowers, push mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, etc.) • Ability to safely use various hand tools (rakes, shovels, hand clippers). • General knowledge of lawn care/park maintenance. • Ability to follow directions (written and verbal). • Ability to work independently with little supervision. • Good customer service skills. • Ability to walk/work on uneven, rough terrain, kneel and bend. • Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted. • Work in adverse weather conditions (high heat, low humidity, rain, and wind). • Preference will be given to individuals with certificates or licenses related to lawn care. Training offered to the right candidate/s. These positions are limited duration of typically 4 months in length, 32-40 hours/week with a mutually agreed upon schedule, with some flexibility for students with other activities. Completed applications will be accepted via hand delivery to Turner City Hall, e-mail or fax 503-743-4122. Fillable applications can be found at www.cityofturner.org. Completed applications will be accepted until Wednesday May 19th at 12:00p.m. (noon). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of City of Turner Applications. Questions regarding this position should be directed to Aaron Bales, Public Works Director at 503-743-2170 Potential schedules will be discussed at the time of interview and/or if a position is offered. The City will use this announcement to make a list for future position openings. Equal opportunity employer