Landscape Maintenance Worker

Silverton OR

Description

Do you like working outside? Excellent opportunity for a seasonal landscaping position doing parks maintenance for one of our small cities in Marion County. Duties and Responsibilities for Public Works Landscape Maintenance Worker: Maintain landscaped areas, control weeds, maintain annual and perennial flowerbeds as assigned; apply bark dust/chips, maintain, repair, replace sprinkler heads and lines, and other similar activities. May mow, aerate, fertilize, irrigate, etc. Duties may vary depending on area of assignment. Maintain appearance of water treatment and waste water facilities by performing such tasks as minor repairs, painting, collect and dispose litter and garbage, rake/remove leaves/debris, haul and/or chip brush and limbs, control pests. Check, clean and restock restrooms. Maintain and organize supplies, and stock. Ensure that all hand tools are accounted for and are placed in a safe and usable condition. Perform general inventory to account for all supplies, tools and equipment. May enter totals, reconcile in computer, and run related reports. Respond to questions from citizens and visitors. Direct visitors to desired locations. Provide general assistance as needed. Respond to emergency situations as needed to assist staff. Maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations and the general public. Promote professional and courteous behavior with a creative approach to problem resolution that creates a positive experience for the customer. Interact with people in a professional and tactful manner. Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas. Coordinate and perform other projects, functions, and tasks, as assigned. Skills and Qualifications for Public Works Landscape Maintenance Worker: General knowledge of the proper operation and maintenance of vehicles, tools and equipment, practices, methods, hazards and safety precautions used in the maintenance and repair of City infrastructure. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials and the general public. Ability to exercise resourcefulness and perspective in developing solutions and recommending new techniques. Ability to use good judgment in prioritizing daily and routine responsibilities and work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment which includes changing priorities and frequent interruptions. Must be at least 18 years old. Possession of valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record. Job Details for Public Works Landscape Maintenance Worker: Temp-Seasonal Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm $15.94/hr