(Seasonal) Park Recreation Attendant at Huron-Clinton Metroparks

Harrison Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 26

Salary

13.75

Posted On

04 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Facility maintenance, Cash handling, Customer service, Safety monitoring, Equipment operation, Groundskeeping, Record keeping, Communication, Conflict resolution, Time management

Industry

Recreational Facilities

Description

PAY RATE: $13.75 per hour (up to 600 hours per year) Eligible part-time employees will receive up to a $5.75 per hour retention bonus for all hours worked from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Additionally, eligible seasonal employees will receive a $0.60 per hour seasonal bonus for all hours worked. Click here for details. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Work activities in this position primarily involve the operation and maintenance of recreational facilities such as the squirt zone, golf course operations building, activity center building, tot lot, trackless train, squirt zone, and adventure golf. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The list below is intended to describe the general nature of duties only. Employee shall perform other duties as assigned. Monitors the squirt zone to assure the park visitors safety. Monitors park visitors to ensure order and safety. Keeps grounds litter free. Maintains established park rules and regulations. Cleans buildings and restrooms at least daily or more often as needed. Cares for surrounding shrubs and flower beds. Ensures rental agreements are written up properly, deposit records are accurate and money handled properly. Sets up equipment for rental; inspects for broken, damaged or worn parts; make minor adjustments and repairs; take apart and properly store for the night. Be able to instruct the public on the proper and safe use of equipment. Distributes and collects equipment. Assists in preparation of daily receipt of reports. Operates cash register. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to distinguish letters and symbols. Ability to get along with co-workers, supervisors, and park visitors. Ability to operate cash register. Ability to work in all weather conditions. Ability to traverse sandy, marshy, or wooded areas with even or uneven terrain. Ability to work varied hours depending upon park demands. Will be required to work assigned Special Events, Weekends, Evenings and Holidays. Will be required to adjust schedule to meet organizational needs. Ability to perform essential duties. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED: Hand & power tools, golf carts, telephone, radio. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee is routinely required to use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is routinely required to run, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch and must have the ability to traverse sandy, marshy, or wooded areas with uneven terrain. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely works in outside weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to heat, wet and/or humid conditions, chemicals, animals, foliage and vegetation, etc.

Responsibilities

The attendant is responsible for the operation and maintenance of recreational facilities, including monitoring visitor safety and ensuring park rules are followed. They also perform groundskeeping duties, handle rental agreements, and operate cash registers.