Hours for this position would fluctuate depending on season (rough estimates):April-October 14-18 hours a weekNovember-March 7-10 hours a weekMost hours would be evening and weekendsPosition will remain open until filled - applications will be reviewed as they are received.2025 Salary range for this position is $14.21 - $21.32 depending on experience.Position SummaryThe Parks/Fairgrounds Worker is responsible of performing a variety of tasks in the maintenance and upkeep of the County Parks. Work may include physical labor and a wide variety of activities both indoors and outdoors. Work is assigned by immediate supervisor and is subject to supervision and inspection.Essential Functions/ResponsibilitiesDuties listed are normal for this position.These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.Other duties may be required and assigned.Position Duties
- Meets the public as required, giving information on facilities, rules, regulations, and related information.
- Cleans restrooms in park areas and may assist in the maintenance of buildings and other facilities.
- Mows lawns, plants and trims trees, and has some knowledge of the variety of trees and shrubs in the parks.
- Does pick and shovel work on road and trails, maintenance and construction, and cleans culverts and catch basins.
- Performs heavy work in loading and unloading of materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Clears and cuts brush and weeds.
- Rakes, weeds, sods, edges, and waters lawns and trims vines and shrubbery.
- Operates other mechanical equipment.
- Performs general grounds keeping.
- Cleans restrooms and may assist in the maintenance of buildings and other facilities.
- Assist with the set-up and teardown of chairs, equipment, etc.
- Cleans in preparation for event set up.
Non-Essential Functions
- Perform job related duties as assigned or apparent.
Minimum QualificationsRequired Certifications/Licenses
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Valid Minnesota driver's license with proof of insurance.
Desired Qualifications
- Some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
- Some knowledge of park operation and maintenance practices.
Physical Requirements Of This Position
- Desk work involving use of a computer, telephone, and other devices.
- Communicate effectively with County staff and the public.
- Ability to read screens and documents.
- Ability to drive in various light and weather conditions.
- Ability to type and use a computer or mobile device.
- Lift and carry material weighing up to 50 pounds.
Equipment Required to Perform This Job
- Computers
- Telephones
- Mobile devices
- Motor vehicles
- Lawn mower
- Loader
- Skid Steer, pole saw, chain saw, dump truck, string trimmer, and snowplow
- Tractor
- Common hand and power tools
- Shovel, axe, rakes, brooms, and forks
- Miscellaneous department tools, materials, and equipment
Additional Notes
- All positions at McLeod County are subject to a background check. This may include, but is not limited to, the following checks:criminal history, credit, driver's license, pre-employment physical assessment, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and psychological testing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)