Dakota County · 3 weeks ago
Temporary Park Maintenance
Dakota County is currently seeking candidates to fill Temporary Park Maintenance positions that will work year-round. The role involves performing semi-skilled building and ground maintenance tasks, including cleaning facilities and preparing for special events in the park system.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Perform landscaping work such as: shoveling, digging fence posts, mowing lawns, plantings, cutting & removing down trees & branches, and clearing trails
Cleans and maintain camper cabins, park facilities, grounds, trails, beaches, campgrounds and equipment
Keeps grounds and facilities neat, clean, safe and sanitary
Uses tools and supplies required to perform assigned tasks in a safe, efficient manner
Prepare for and take down special events on the park grounds or in park facilities
Work is performed under the general direction of a Ground Maintenance Supervisor or Parkkeeper staff. At times maintenance staff may provide general work direction to others
Reports violation of County Park ordinances to immediate supervisor
Assist the public and other County staff with requests of assistance
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be 18 years or older at time of hire
A valid driver's license
Ability to work outdoors year round under all weather conditions
Ability to effectively work and communicate with the public, peers and supervisors
Ability to lift up to 24 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 74 pounds on an occasional basis
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Some knowledge of hand tools and power tools, mowers, ATV's, UTV's
Basic computer skills
Some mechanical ability
Preferred
Previous Park Maintenance or custodial experience desirable
Company
Dakota County
Located in the thriving Twin Cities metropolitan area, Dakota County offers a unique blend of urban, suburban and rural communities.