Parks and Recreation Department Part-tim... - Vigo County, IN - Terre Haute, IN

Examples of Duties:

• Cleaning – rest rooms, shelters, and/or other facilities used by visitors.
  


• Trash pickup and removal – pickup and remove trash/garbage.
  


• Operates various equipment/machinery and hand and/or power tools.
  


• Maintains assigned grounds.
  


• Responsible for using park vehicles and materials responsibly.
  


• Public Relations –Be courteous at all times with the public and offer assistance when appropriate.
  


• Safety – Report immediately any conditions that might affect safety of public.
  


• Report any unusual or suspicious behavior.
  


• Assist in warning visitors of severe weather conditions approaching.
  


• Safety rules and procedures – must observe safety rules and procedures as well as remind visitors of them when necessary.
  


• Performs related duties as assigned.
  

Typical Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
  


• Possession of a valid driver’s license and a demonstrated safe driving record to operate county vehicles.
  


• Ability to properly operate various equipment/machinery and hand and/or power tools.
  


• Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
  


• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.
  


• Ability to confront individuals not in compliance with park rules.
  


• Ability to work in or outdoors in all kinds of weather.
  


• Willingness to learn procedures and work when needed.
  


• Ability to work alone with minimum supervision and with others in a team environment.
  


• Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of Department policies and procedures and applicable OSHA safety policies and procedures.
  


• Ability to comply with all employer and department policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.
  


• Ability to work 20 hours per week including weekend hours.
  

Supplemental Information:

Incumbent reports directly to Park Assistant Superintendent.

Incumbent’s duties often involve continuous physical exertion, such as sitting/walking at will, standing/walking for long periods, lifting/carrying objects, pushing/pulling objects, crouching/kneeling, bending, reaching, driving, close and far vision, color and depth perception, hearing mechanical sounds and handling/grasping objects.

Incumbent performs a majority of duties outdoors and is frequently exposed to normal hazards associated with park maintenance, including machinery/equipment, excessive noise, toxic chemicals, dust, fumes, slippery surfaces, working in high places, extreme temperatures and wet/icy conditions.

Vigo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.