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HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT•Hayward, CA

1d•$29 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Do you enjoy working outdoors? We are seeking motivated, friendly individuals who take pride in their work to join our Park Maintenance team as Park Maintenance Aides! As a Park Maintenance Aide, you will assist our full-time Park Maintenance Workers in servicing the many parks we have within the District. We are looking for candidates who are motivated, willing to learn, and can work with minimal supervision. This position will help maintain the District’s parks – clean picnic areas, remove waste, clean and restock restrooms and help with general park maintenance. If you are looking to start a career in the landscape and park maintenance industry, this position is a great first step. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who is looking to start a new career. It is also a great opportunity for a landscape professional looking to work a few additional hours. Here are the details about the positions: Available Positions: 8 Hourly Rate: $29.06/hour - $39.22/hour Work Location: Multiple Parks within the District Work Schedule: Up to 40-hours/week, depending on candidate’s availability Work Hours: Between 7:00AM – 3:30PM on Saturday and Sunday. Flexible schedule on weekdays depending on candidate’s availability We are looking to hire up until the month of October. Any future work after October will depend on business needs. Part-Time, Seasonal, hourly, Non-Exempt Position Not to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year (July 1 – June 30) Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This posting may close at any time. Definition Under close supervision, assists in the performance of a variety of entry-level and unskilled maintenance duties in assigned maintenance operations, which may include parks, open space and landscape areas.

Requirements

Must possess strength, stamina, mobility and willingness to perform physical work outdoors in all weather conditions and potentially hazardous conditions
Must possess ability to drive a motor vehicle and/or light maintenance equipment
Will need to use own vehicle and provide proof of car insurance.
Lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
Vision to read written materials and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone and/or radio.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Follow safety guidelines and safe work practices
Candidates must be able and willing to use/wear Personal Protective Equipment [PPE] as instructed and required based on the assigned task; This includes, but is not limited to, hardhats, gloves, face masks, hearing protection, eye protection, etc.
Must possess communication and interpersonal relationships skills to interact effectively with co-workers, supervisors and the general public sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
Must be able to work various weekday and weekend hours between 6:00AM and 4:30PM up to 40 hours per week during the season which is generally from April 1 through September 30. May be required to work holidays (including Memorial Day and Fourth of July) Shifts are subject to change based on operational needs of the Department.
High school or GED
Valid class C California driver's license required and a satisfactory driving record
Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

Performs preparatory work for maintenance activities, including: gathering equipment, materials and supplies; loading and unloading materials, and laying out materials and equipment for projects
Performs a variety of routine physical labor tasks, including: posting general notices, pulling weeds, picking up litter and illegal dumping, raking leaves and debris, planting, miscellaneous painting tasks, emptying trash bins, graffiti removal, and cleaning and disinfecting outdoor park restrooms and keeping them stocked
Loading, raking and spreading material such as sand, mulch, soil and playground surfacing material
Performs cleanup at the end of the day or when the job is completed, including: picking up tools, spills, and debris; cleaning work areas
May operate a vehicle for pickup and delivery duties
May operate small power tools such as a power washer, leaf blower, weed eaters and basic hand tools such as brooms, shovels, rakes, hoes, etc.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.