SEASONAL MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR
(PARKS STEWARDS PROGRAM)
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & PARKS
CITY OF WORCESTER
The City of Worcester seeks qualified applicants for the Seasonal Maintenance Director for the Parks Division within the Department of Public Works and Parks. Under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Coordinator, the position is responsible for supervising, planning, and implementing comprehensive park maintenance for the community. Work involves leadership responsibility of the seasonal park maintenance staff, including organizing, staffing, training, supervising, and evaluating staff performance. Work is performed in accordance with standard park maintenance practices and procedures. The position will supervise all part-time, and seasonal park maintenance staff.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:
- Oversee the daily operations of the seasonal maintenance program to ensure assigned work details are being performed and safety protocols are followed
- Assist with general landscaping duties and removal of trash from assigned areas
- Complete weekly time sheets, work details, and record keeping
- Operate small machine equipment (lawn mowers, trimmers, & leaf blowers)
- Instruct seasonal crew supervisors and maintenance workers in proper operation of equipment
- Perform work in accordance with City of Worcester standard park/cemetery maintenance practices & procedures
- Respond appropriately to situations requiring first-aid
- Perform manual tasks requiring some physical exertion
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
- Ability to interact with patrons and the general public in a proper and professional manner
- Ability to respond to emergency situations
- Ability to perform manual tasks requiring physical exertion
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work within wooded areas, on trails and in minimally accessible areas
- Ability to perform basic administrative tasks
- Ability to work up to forty (40) hours per week
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role with general maintenance or landscaping projects
- Two (2) years of experience in custodial work
- Experience with basic administrative duties
- Valid Driver’s License
- Must be at least 18 years of age
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate Degree in a related field
- Three (3) years of experience in general maintenance and/or landscaping
- Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory role with general maintenance or landscaping projects
- Basic understanding of reading and interpreting geographic maps/street maps
- Experience working with handheld radios and operating communication systems
- Basic administrative abilities to write Incident and Injury Reports
- Ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite programs
- Certified in First Aid and CPR/AED
SALARY: $20.25 hourly, part-time, non-benefitted.
To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment to complete the employment application form or send the employment application to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2024, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030,HR@worcesterma.gov.
