
City of Charlottesville - Parks & Recreation
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Application Deadline: Open until filled.
Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of “Continuous.” If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.
To Apply: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. USE THE FOLLOWING URL TO APPLY ONLINE:
The hiring amount for this position is $16.50 an hour. This is a non-exempt, seasonal (variable/limited-hour) position, and is not eligible for city benefits.
The Seasonal Trail Maintenance Worker assigned to the Parks Division provides customer service and city beautification through efficient maintenance of city park trails and grounds. Provides service assistance in many functional areas within the Park system, which may include any one or more of the following tasks: Mowing and turf maintenance, facility maintenance, planting and watering trees, flower beds and pots, custodial duties, and assists with maintenance, installation and construction. This position will primarily perform work in the following areas: trail maintenance, natural area and forest management; which may require the ability to work in wooded and or undeveloped parks including stream valleys, hilly terrain, etc.
This position performs routine semi-skilled work in a variety of construction, repair and maintenance assignments involving the use of common tools and operates equipment in connection with the semi-skilled tasks to which assigned; does related work as required. Primarily and most frequently the work done here is under general supervision, with related functional areas and more advanced applications.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school or vocational school diploma or GED. If no diploma or GED is obtained, must have a minimum of 2 years of direct work experience in the field.
- Some experience as a laborer in the maintenance, repair and/or construction activities to which assigned.
- Some experience in the operation of mechanical and automotive equipment.
- Requires a valid VA driver’s license by employment start date. (To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/faq.aspx?qid=166);
Special Requirements:
- May require the ability to obtain Pesticide Applicator certification.
- May require the ability to obtain a CDL within 6 months of hire.
The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.
To Apply: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. USE THE FOLLOWING URL TO APPLY ONLINE:
When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on jobshiringnearme.org Job Board.
To Apply: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. USE THE FOLLOWING URL TO APPLY ONLINE:
When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on jobshiringnearme.org Job Board.
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