Parks Worker III - Trees

Position Summary

The Parks Worker III assists with landscape area maintenance and tree care including but not limited to planting, watering, tree inventory data entry, pruning, and chipping.

Operates a variety of equipment including watering tanks, chainsaws, chippers, tractors, and large trucks with trailers.

Maintains general horticultural knowledge. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with three years' history.

Casual, non-represented position

40 hours per week, limited duration

Must meet all qualifications and requirements as listed in the position description.

At Parks and Recreation , our mission is to preserve and create a community heritage by providing places and programs designed to enhance the quality of life.

The Parks Operations Division of Corvallis' Parks and Recreation Department cares for over 2000 acres of parks, playgrounds, playing fields, trails, open spaces and beautification areas.

Essential Functions

Assigns tasks and oversees the work of workers. Directs, trains, and assists in performing maintenance tasks, ensuring proper work practices.

Participates in performance evaluations.

Assists in performing and leading the work of some or all of the following essential functions depending on assigned area.

Assists with landscaping area maintenance, including but not limited to tree care, planting, pruning, watering, chipping, turf clean-up and repair, and park facilities maintenance and trail maintenance.

Assists with seasonal and daily preparation of sports facilities for public use.

Assists with the seasonal maintenance and sanitation of parks facilities including the cleaning of public restrooms, trash removal, light plumbing and carpentry, minor repairs to park features, and minor equipment maintenance.

Maintains and evaluates job site safety for crews and the public.

Assists with festivals and special events.

Assists with other Park Maintenance duties as assigned.

Conforms with all safety rules and performs work is a safe manner. Practices safe job-site methods

while performing duties.

Delivers excellent customer service to diverse audiences.

Maintains effective work relationships.

Complies with all Administrative and Departmental Policies. Performs work in accordance with Council Policies and Municipal Code sections applicable to the position.

Arrives to work, meetings and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.

Operates and drives a motor vehicle and / or equipment safely and legally.

Qualifications and Skills

Education and Experience

Combination of education, training or experience providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to facilitate, assist, monitor and implement daily assignments of crew members and volunteers.

Knowledge of landscaping, vegetation management, sports facility management and turf care.

Ability to safely operate power tools.

Effective communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills. Ability to use ordinary conversational skills and courtesy to exchange routine information and provide routine assistance.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction and to exchange information. Understanding of simple work processes, methods or equipment.

Ability to learn job-related information and techniques.

Strong interpersonal problem-solving, organizational skills desired. Ability to get along well with coworkers and maintain effective work relationships with teen-age crew workers.

Ability to use ordinary conversational skills and courtesy to exchange routine information and provide routine assistance.

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, but also work alone at a work-site, under supervisory direction while performing duties thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with Department policy.

Ability to get along well with coworkers and maintain effective work relationships.

Ability to use appropriate personal protective equipment.

Ability to safely work in a variety of unsanitary conditions on a recurring basis including public restrooms, abandoned campsites, and exposure to air borne hazards.

Under certain circumstances position may involve working overtime and on weekends as needed.

Spe ci a l Requirements

Possession or ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license.

Maintenance of First Aid / CPR certification.

Demonstrable commitment to sustainability.

Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.

The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others in the workplace.

Ability to pass a pre-employment background and / or criminal history check.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants must submit an online application located on the City of Corvallis website (click on "Apply" above).

Position is open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter and resume with the online application;

however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online application. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted / considered.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer in Compliance with ADA.