JOB DESCRIPTION

Seasonal Part-Time Groundskeeper

The City of Atlantic is looking to fill a part-time postion of assisting with day-day operations with Park and Recreation.  The position is seasonal (May-August) and would be up to 40 hours per week.  Must be self-motivated, punctual, work well with others or alone. Be a team player. Willing to handle any task big or small.

The groundskeepers are responsible for maintaining the landscape of all parks in the City of Atlantic. Essential duties include but are not limited to mowing, removing weeds, trimming shrubs, planting new greenery and removing unwanted trees, maintaining walking trails, and other jobs identified at the discretion of the Parks and Recreation Director.

Minimal requirements are as follows:

• A valid driver’s license
• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to work independently
• Able to communicate effectively with staff and visitors to the facility

Essential functions are as follows:

• Plant, prune, trim, fertilize and water plants, shrubs, flowers, trees
• Remove leaves, brush, debris, trash and litter from parks
• Empties trash cans from park recepticles
• Prepare athletic fields
• Maintain park facilities
• Perform light excavation, using shovels, picks and other tools to dig trenches and level ground
• Assists and shares in the weekend maintenance of the park shelters and restrooms
• Performs heavy labor in the field as required to assist the Mowers and Groundskeepers

The City of Atlantic is EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference.

Authorization

"I certify that the facts contained in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and understand that, if employed, falsified statements on this application shall be ground for dismissal.

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I understand that a consumer credit report or criminal records check may be necessary prior to my employment. If such reports are required, I understand that, in compliance with federal law, the company will provide me with a written notice regarding the use of these reports and will also obtain a separate written authorization from me to consent to these reports. I also understand that a poor credit history or conviction will not automatically result in disqualification from employment"

This waiver does not permit the release or use of disability-related or medical information in a manner prohibited by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other relevant federal and state laws.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.