Parks Downtown Maintenance Worker - Req8121

Parks Downtown Maintenance Worker (Hourly)REQUISITION #: req8121DEPARTMENT: ParksLOCATION: DOWNTOWN PARK SHOPBENEFIT CATEGORY: Variable Hourly View Classifications & BenefitsEMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time HourlyHOURLY RATE: $17.00 - 19.00 per hour (based on relevant experience)SELECTION PROCESS: This position has consistent openings, and we areaccepting applications on an ongoing basis.The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you pleaseavoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application foremployment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you havesuccessfully submitted an application. Your completed application will beforwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected forfurther testing or interviews. Please keep your contact informationup-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicantprofile. Post-offer background check and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) required.Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply forjobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We aremost interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and thatcandidate may come from a less traditional background. The City may consideran equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, andexperience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested inapplying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skillset for the role.To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please readOur Community and Our Organization BrochureSummaryDo you enjoy the atmosphere in downtown Fort Collins? Do you appreciate howclean and tidy it always looks and delight in the floral displays? Are youlooking for practical, real-world skills that are in high demand? Thenyou're the perfect applicant for the Parks Downtown Maintenance WorkerpositionThe Parks Downtown Maintenance Worker is a job where you'll be workingoutdoors in the downtown urban corridor helping to maintain cleanliness,interacting with the public, and learning horticultural as well as greenindustry standards, landscaping techniques and irrigation practices.You'll perform a variety of duties including simplemechanical/construction work, pruning, mulching, weeding, andplanting, which are practical and in demand career skills.Incentives:Hourly employees are highly valued team members that the Parks Department andthe City of Fort Collins recognize by providing the following perks:-Potential for paid personal time and paid holidays.-Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal and financial assistance.-Wellness program and access to workout facilities.-Personal and professional learning opportunities plus potential for careermobility.-Collaborative work environment.-Gift card drawings for participating in Safety and Wellness programs.-Discounted Golf Green Fees.-Discounted Passes to City Recreation facilities (including initial 5 freevisits).-Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided such as gloves, hardhats, safety glasses, ear protection, boots etc.-Safety boots and Parks Division logo work attire provided.-Mentoring by world-class, knowledgeable, and experienced Park professionals.-Training opportunities to expand educational background.-$100.00 gift card for referring a newly hired employee through the EmployeeReferral program.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:-Assist with infrastructure and grounds maintenance of City parks and downtownpublic spaces.-Operate (after provided training) a variety of equipment includingutility vehicles, hand tools, and power tools.-Clean and remove waste from all areas of the downtown corridor.-Empty and clean wastebaskets and trash containers, ash trays and cigaretteurns.-Collect recycling materials.-Clean and pressure wash owntown sidewalks and public spaces.-Assist with irrigation maintenance and repairs.-Assist with snow removal.-Assist with maintenance of downtown water features.-Perform event prep and clean-up.-Perform simple tasks related to carpentry, painting, electrical,plumbing, mechanical and construction work, often under the supervision ofa skilled technician.-Interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner.-Work successfully in a team environment, as well as autonomously, in allweather conditions.-Engage with team members in a considerate and helpful manner and project apositive attitude in the workplace.-Report to work on time as scheduled.-Assist with other park, cemetery, forestry, horticulture, and golfmaintenance tasks when requested.-All other duties as assigned.City CompetenciesDemonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, anddevelop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities,perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in waysof learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external