What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Laborer position at Town of Perinton?
Town of Perinton
- Job Title: Laborer FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt
- Department: Parks Reports to: Director of Parks
- Location: Parks Operations Center Hourly Range: $17.68/hr - $21.00/hr
- 50 Cobb’s Lane, Fairport
Job Summary
This is an entry level position involving a variety of routine heavy and light manual tasks with the focus on maintenance and beautification of Town operated Parks and Open Space. Laborers work in a team setting as part of a crew that reports to the Parks Foreman in their daily work. Projects could include regular, routine tasks or specialized long term projects. Laborers support the Department of Public Works through leaf pick up, snow removal, and other tasks as needed. Laborers must be on call for approximately 10-weeks over the course of the year.
Job Description
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Turf management including lawn mowing, trimming, and fertilizing
- Refuse pick up and disposal throughout parks and open space
- Landscape management including mulching, planting, and garden maintenance
- Trails maintenance in conjunction with the Crescent Trail Hiking Association
- Vehicle maintenance with support of the Shop Mechanic including vehicle washing, oil changes, and other maintenance considerations
- Snow removal at Perinton Community and Town Parks
- Support recreation programs and services through equipment transportation and set up
- Building maintenance including cleaning facilities, painting, minor electrical, minor plumbing, and other tasks as needed
- Other related work as necessary
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong communication skills
- Self-motivated
- Interest and ability to work as part of a team
- Customer service skills while interacting with the general public
- Ability to maintain a highly physical job
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s Motor Vehicle Operator’s License
- Pesticide license, NYS Commercial Driver’s License and Certified Playground Safety Instructor preferred.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.03 - $19.73 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Experience:
- Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21