Ballfield Maintenance Worker at City of Brookings

Brookings, South Dakota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Landscaping, Athletic Field Maintenance, Trail Construction, Construction, Demolition, Invasive Weed Removal, Restoration, Planting, Heavy Physical Labor, Equipment Operation, Safety Monitoring, Customer Service, Following Instructions, Teamwork, Communication Skills

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job Summary Reporting to the Parks Supervisor, a seasonal park maintenance worker is responsible for a diverse range of tasks, including landscaping, athletic field maintenance, trail construction and upkeep, construction and demolition, invasive weed removal, restoration and planting. The work is conducted outdoors and in various weather conditions. Minimum Qualifications * Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license. * Ability to perform heavy physical labor with weights up to 100 pounds. * Ability to work on uneven slopes, surfaces, grades and terrain in inclement weather and other adverse conditions. * Must be a United States citizen. This position does not support sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications * Previous experience in park maintenance. * Previous experience in landscaping. Major Duties- (Essential Function) 1. Landscaping: Performing landscaping activities to enhance the overall aesthetics of the park. This can include planting, watering, and pruning of trees, shrubs, and flowers. 2. Trail Building and Maintenance: Constructing and maintaining trails within the park to provide safe and accessible pathways for visitors. 3. Construction and Demolition: Engaging in construction projects and demolition tasks as required for park development or renovation. 4. Invasive Weed Removal: Identifying and removing invasive plant species to preserve the ecological balance of the park. 5. Restoration and Planting: Participating in restoration efforts and planting initiatives to enhance the natural environment and biodiversity of the park. 6. Athletic Fields: Prepare athletic fields for games, practices, and events by lining fields, setting bases, and dragging the infield to maintain a smooth playing surface. 7. Maintenance and Repair: Assist with the maintenance and repair of park facilities, including playground equipment, benches, picnic tables, and fences. 8. Litter and Debris: Collect litter and debris throughout the park grounds and dispose of it properly. 9. Equipment: Operate and maintain park maintenance equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers. 10. Special Events and Projects: Assist with special projects and events as needed, including setup and breakdown of equipment and facilities. 11. Safety: Monitor parks for safety hazards and report any issues to supervisors promptly. 12. Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service to park visitors by answering questions and providing assistance as needed. Marginal Duties * Attend training, seminars and workshops as deemed necessary. * Perform all duties in compliance with safety standards and policies established by the City. * Perform other job-related duties as deemed necessary and additional duties, tasks, or responsibilities as assigned. Physical Demands/Work Environment (Essential Function) * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. * The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. * The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. Mental Complexity/Interpersonal Contacts (Essential Function) * Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. * Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. * Ability to use basic math skills. * Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. * Ability to write simple correspondence. * Strong customer service and communication skills. * Ability to follow instructions, and be able to work independently and as a member of a team. * Courteous and positive relationships with public and other employees. * Ability to work with and provide exceptional customer service to the public. Pre-employment Screening Pre-employment screening may include, but are not limited to, the following: references, criminal background, credit history, drug and alcohol screening, medical history questionnaire, and pre-employment physical. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job‐related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Responsibilities

This seasonal role involves diverse outdoor maintenance tasks reporting to the Parks Supervisor, focusing on landscaping, athletic field preparation, trail upkeep, and general park restoration efforts. Major duties include planting, construction/demolition, invasive weed removal, and operating maintenance equipment.