Caretaker, Seasonal

PRIMARY FUNCTIONSThis is semi-skilled and unskilled work in the maintenance of the Park system throughout the City of New Haven. Work involves the operation of light equipment and vehicles as well as the performance of light and heavy labor tasks. Work is performed under the general supervision of a supervisor and is reviewed through observation of results. Up to 40 hours per week; hours generally follow a 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. schedule, but may vary on assignment. Seasonal employment not to exceed 120 days. New hires will be hired at base $18 per hour; returning Seasonal staff may be considered for up to $22 per hour. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESOperates other grass-cutting equipment, edger, weed-whackers, hedge trimmers, hand pruners, backpack leaf blowers; Operates jackhammer, small rollers; small power washers. Assists landscaping and litter-picking crews. Transports materials to and from jobs. Assists in the cleaning and general maintenance of playground equipment and recreational areas; cleans and maintains ball courts and fencelines in parks. Assists with repairs to park structures such as fence posts. Cleans and repairs park facility buildings as assigned; assists in the maintenance of park areas. Cuts grass; picks up paper, litter, rubbish, and debris at assigned areas; helps to empty receptacles into trash trucks and/or trailers. Rakes and picks up leaves; mulches and assists in general grounds beautification. Trims shrubbery and bushes. Tars, sands, and patches asphalt. Digs holes and ditches; shovels and assists with plowing snow. Performs related work as required. EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEGraduation from high school; a minimum of 3 months experience in the use of hand tools, power tools and light equipment; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills: KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIESSome knowledge of one or more construction or maintenance trades. Ability to drive small, rugged terrain vehicles and trucks. and to operate light equipment. Ability to perform semi-skilled and unskilled labor tasks without close supervision. Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions and to keep simple records. Knowledge of safety precautions which are necessary when using equipment. Ability to perform manual tasks requiring physical strength and endurance. Skill in the use and care of tools, machines and equipment used in park maintenance. Ability to work independently or as part of a work crew, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and coworkers. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSPossession of and ability to maintain a valid State of Connecticut driver's license. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONSPhysical Requirements Amount of Time