Public Works - Parks Maintenance Seasonal

Are you looking for an above-average wage for a seasonal Summer position?

Do you enjoy working outdoors in the fresh air and sunshine?

Look no further!

The City of Stoughton Public Works Department is hiring three seasonal employees to complement its already strong and outstanding team of professionals.

The Parks Seasonal laborer performs functions necessary for the maintenance of all park green spaces, trails, ball diamonds, and playground equipment and will perform other duties as assigned. There is frequent interaction with the public and other parks/public works staff.

The start and end dates for these positions are flexible to allow students to hold the positions without missing school but generally run from late May/early June through August. The position is 40 hours per week. Work hours are generally Monday-Thursday from 6:30 am until 3:30 pm and Friday 6:30 am until 10:30 am. Some weekend hours may be required. Work hours and schedules may vary based on weather conditions.

The pay rate for this position is $17.91 per hour. Weekend work will pay an additional $0.50 per hour.

These positions will remain open until all are filled.

• Performs maintenance of city park facilities, such as mowing, string trimming, clearing brush and debris, seeding, fertilizing, painting, landscaping, maintaining ball fields, and field striping.
• Maintains, repairs, and cleans facility equipment, such as playground equipment, concession stands, restrooms, and picnic tables.
• Operates light equipment, such as riding lawn mower, tractor, pickup truck, small dump body, and Toolcat.
• Operates string line trimmer, walk-behind mower, edger, field maintenance equipment, paint striping machines, and hedge trimmer.
• Participates in trash and recycling collection on a rotating basis.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalency desired.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license upon application and maintain such during the entire course of employment.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Experience operating lawnmowers, string line trimmers, and other similar equipment is desired.

• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time, as well as engage in frequent walking for park-related maintenance activities.
• Must be able to work in varying weather conditions, including inclement weather conditions.
• Must be able to work with exposure to pollen, dust, grass clippings, and other outdoor allergens.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships including interactions with the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and related maintenance equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and carry up to 50 pounds.