Job Description

Seasonal Information - Parks This is a seasonal position within the Parks & Recreation Department. Hours of operation are 7:00am - 3:30pm. All scheduled shifts will occur within that window of time. Placement on the Seasonal Pay Scale and associated steps relate directly to position, qualifications, and experience with the City of Pocatello. Employment with the City of Pocatello is contingent on passing a background check. Job Description Perform manual, skilled, and unskilled labor in the cleaning, maintenance and repair of grounds and facilities at and around City parks/facilities and on or adjacent to public rights-of-way. Performs general construction, maintenance, and repairs to a wide array of City buildings and infrastructure. This position requires applicants to be 16 years of age or older. The job requires working knowledge of construction and landscape techniques and general cleaning and janitorial methods. The job requires the ability to utilize hand and power tools in a safe manner. The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees, other organizations, and the general public. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record. The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, in wet and humid conditions, with areas of dust, odors, mist, gases or other airborne matter. Employees work in/at places where they are exposed to mechanical hazards. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. This position works days, evenings, and weekends as required. Essential Duties And Responsibilities This position has three (3) possible levels to be hired on as. Each level has its own skills, responsibilities, and rate of pay. Placement is based on experience and will be discussed at the time of offer. Construction Laborer I (P02) Performs minor landscaping and construction duties using small hand tools. Limited small equipment operation on landscape and other construction projects, typically under direct supervision. Clean-up of brush and tree limbs by feeding them into chipper, limited minor pruning. New, first season employee with limited/minimal experience. Construction Laborer II (P03) Employee possesses experience in and basic knowledge of construction skills necessary to provide assistance in construction of park amenities and other assigned construction duties on an as needed basis, including: plumbing, pouring & finishing cement, use of small hand & power tools and equipment including chain saws, basic carpentry, etc. Operates a mini-excavator and skid steer, including loading onto and unloading from a trailer. Construction Laborer III (P04) Employee must possess above average knowledge, skill & experience in construction and construction related tasks necessary to provide assistance in construction of park amenities and other assigned construction duties on an as needed basis, and with little or no supervision, including: large equipment operation such as backhoe, front end loader and non-CDL dump trucks. Performs pouring & finishing of cement. Uses small hand & power tools and equipment including chain saws, carpentry, etc. in completion of duties. Daily reporting of assigned job completion status to supervisor. Duties performed with little to no supervision. Responsible for driving a City vehicles and trailers, as well as loading & transport of large area City maintenance equipment to various park & beautification areas and construction sites throughout the City, as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Acceptable Experience, Training, Licenses And/Or Certifications Applicant must be 16 years of age or older; High school diploma or GED preferred; Two (2) to five (5) years of experience may be required; Specialized certifications, construction and/or supervisory experience may be required; Idaho Driver's license is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, climb ladders, work at heights, and in confined spaces. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Company Description Nestled in the foothills of the majestic Rocky Mountains, Pocatello offers a perfect blend of work and play. With a semi-arid climate, you can experience the best of all four seasons, from hiking and skiing to fishing and camping. Plus, you're just a short drive away from Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Lava Hot Springs, and other must-visit destinations. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

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Seasonal work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, All shifts,

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