Temporary Parks Laborer

Job Purpose

Performs tasks associated with maintenance and development of parks, open space, and city-owned

property. Tasks may include but not be limited to garbage and litter control; tree, shrub, and flower

maintenance, mowing, trimming, and watering turf areas.

Essential Duties

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Picks up garbage, litter, glass, etc.

Manually waters turf and shrub areas.

Hand mows and trims turf grass areas.

Keeps buildings, restrooms, and picnic areas clean.

Keeps sidewalks clean from glass, dirt, rocks, etc.

Performs maintenance on trees, shrubs and flower areas.

Paints park structures and fixtures as needed.

Safely operates such equipment as push mowers and string trimmers.

Performs any additional maintenance as instructed.

OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES

Performs other duties as assigned.

SAFETY RELATED DUTIES:

Abide by the City of Helena and department/division work practices established for specific job

assignments and occupations.

Report occupational injuries, illnesses and near misses immediately to their supervisor. Follow supervisor

instructions for obtaining first aid and/or medical attention. Participate in accident investigations as

requested by the supervisor.

Participate fully in safety training. Suggest improvements in safety training requirements or programs to

the supervisor or the safety committee.

Identify unsafe work conditions and unsafe practices. Correct hazards or report them to the supervisor or

safety committee as appropriate.

Work Schedule

Days of the week: __Sun _x_Mon _x_Tues _x_Wed _x_Thurs _x_Fri __Sat

Hours of work:7:00am to 3:30pm

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS - Knowledge of:

Safe driving principles and practices.

Turf, landscape and building maintenance.

Skill to:

Safely operate lawnmowers, and string trimmers.

Operate department equipment and perform maintenance tasks using a variety of hand and power tools.

Ability to:

Perform or quickly learn the variety of skills needed to perform assigned duties.

Establish and maintain positive relationships with City employees, supervisors and the public.

License and/or Certificate Requirements

Possession of a valid MT drivers license with acceptable driving record.

Updated: September,

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Training):

Previous experience in turf and landscape maintenance; ability to work with people; some

organizational skills, and the ability to follow instructions responsibly.

Application Special Instructions

This position is open until filled.