Salary: $19.62 HourlyLocation : Tualatin, ORJob Type: Temporary/On-CallJob Number: 2024-00023Department: Parks and RecreationOpening Date: 09/09/2024SummarySUMMARY: Performs manual and semi-skilled tasks in the development and maintenance of City parks and grounds; does related work as required.This is a temporary/seasonal position anticipated to work 40 hours per week for a period of three months, which may include weekend days, depending on the final schedule.This position is open until filled, applications will be reviewed weekly. Apply at your earliest for best opportunity. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesInclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.Assists with assorted park maintenance and construction activities such as constructing brick sidewalks, sidewalk extensions, underground drainage systems and soil retention walls.Participates in special development projects such as land clearing projects, installing irrigation systems, and planting of various items (such as grass, shrubs, ground covers, trees, etc.)Performs general groundskeeping and landscaping duties in City parks and City grounds, including mowing, hedging, watering, planting, pruning, raking, and weed removal.Performs general maintenance duties including restroom cleaning and garbage and/or litter pick-up.Drives to city facilities, vendors, training programs, and meetings as necessary. QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Possession of a valid Oregon Driver's License. CPR/First Aid certification within one month of hire.Technical Skills and Abilities: Reasonable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools and materials used in groundskeeping and landscaping. Reasonable knowledge of the care and use of groundskeeping and landscaping equipment.Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to perform strenuous manual tasks and to withstand exposure to variable weather conditions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.EDUCATION and/or Experience: Prefer one year of experience in general landscape development and maintenance. Sufficient education to ensure the ability to read and write. Additional InformationSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Works under the supervision of the Parks Maintenance Manager and receives direction from Parks Maintenance Technicians. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment 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 regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.HOW TO APPLY:This position is open until filled. Please apply at your earliest possibility for best opportunity.You must apply online at or e-mail your resume to ...@tualatin.gov.If you need assistance with the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 503-###-#### or email ...@tualatin.gov. The City of Tualatin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position requires a background check and a pre-placement physical. This position is not benefits eligible.01 Do you have a current driver's license (not suspended or revoked).
- I do not have a current driver's license
- Yes, I have a current driver's license
02 How many years of customer service experience have you had?
- 0-12 Months
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 5 years
- Five or more years
03 How many years of experience do you have in grounds keeping?
- 0-12 Months
- 1-2 years
- 2-4 years
- 5 or more years
04 How many years of experience do you have performing strenuous manual tasks on a daily basis?
- Less than one year
- 12-23 months
- 24-35 months
- 36-59 months
05 How many years of experience do you have working outdoors on a daily basis?
- Less than one year
- Between one and two years
- Two years or more
06 Check the box for every skill listed below that you have at least six months working experience.
- Weeding, spreading barkdust/mulch
- Utilizing a commercial lawnmower
- Using small power tools such as leaf blowers, edgers, etc.
- Cleaning/maintaining public restrooms
- I do not have at least six months experience in any of the above
07 Under Oregon law, veterans who meet minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for employment preference. If you think you may qualify, please read the following checklist carefully. Check the box for each item that is appropriate. To receive veteran's preference, you must complete this section, and attach the required documentation when you submit this application. Acceptable documentation is either a copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions, or as otherwise specifically noted below . Active duty does not include attendance at a school under military orders, except schooling incident to an active enlistment or a regular tour of duty, or normal military training as a reserve officer or member of an organized reserve or a National Guard unit.
- I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for a period of more than 90 consecutive days beginning on or before 1/31/55, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions.
- I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for a period of more than 178 consecutive days beginning after 1/31/55, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions.
- I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for 178 days or less, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions because of a service-connected disability.
- I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for 178 days or less, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions and have a disability rating from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
- I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for at least one day in a combat zone and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions.
- I received a combat or campaign ribbon or an expeditionary medal for service in the Armed Forces of the United States and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions.
- I am receiving a nonservice-connected pension from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating you receive a nonservice-connected pension)
08 Qualified Disabled Veterans - You may claim additional employment preference if you may check at least one box in the section below and provide proof of eligibility by attaching BOTH of the following documents with this application:1. A copy of your DD-214 or 215, Certificate of Discharge, Copy 4, and2. A public employment preference letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. To order the letter, call 1-800-###-#### and request a public employment preference letter.
- I am entitled to disability compensation under laws administered by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs
- I was discharged or released from active duty for a disability incurred or aggravated in the line of duty.
- I was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat.
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