Salary: $16.00 Hourly
Location : Monroe, NC
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 11665
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 05/31/2024
Closing Date: 6/10/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
The City of Monroe is a vibrant and progressive hub of retail, government, culture and industry in Union County. Monroe has a population of just under 40,000 residents and serves as the county seat. From the large Historic District complete with stately homes and a newly revitalized downtown, to its industrial core attracting businesses from across the globe, to the ever-growing retail marketplace, Monroe has something to offer to all. ~Where Heartland Meets High Tech.
The City of Monroe has a population of 36,392, and is the county seat of Union County. The historic Victorian Courthouse, built in 1886, sits magnificently atop a central square and draws attention from every direction. To the north lie County and City government buildings - to the south, quaint downtown shops, restaurants and businesses. Several fountains and small park areas are part of the downtown landscape. A thriving Highway 74 Corridor is where most major restaurants, hotels, and shopping are found. The City of Monroe is also home to the Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport.
The City of Monroe operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council sets policies and enacts ordinances, which are carried out under the City Manager's direction. The City Council is comprised of an elected Mayor and six council members. The City has approximately 500 Full-time and 200 Part-Time employees within the following department: Administration, Communications and Tourism, Downtown and Facilities Maintenance, Economic Development, Energy Services, Engineering, Finance, Fire Department, Information Technology, Parks and Recreation, Planning, Police Department, and Water Resources.
The City of Monroe provides full-time employees an excellent fringe benefit package including 401(k), medical and dental insurance, prescription drug card, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, sick leave, and many other group employee benefits. In addition: six (6) month successful probation with 5% increase in salary, Christmas bonus based on hire date, Performance Pay, Cost of Living Adjustments as approved by City Council, wellness incentives, fourteen (14) paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.
GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Performs difficult semiskilled and skilled work in City parks, cemeteries and facility maintenance assignments; does related work as required. Work is performed under the limited supervision of an assigned supervisor.

This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS
Maintaining and repairing City park grounds, cemeteries, playing fields, cemeteries, equipment and facilities. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks including preparing, renovating and maintaining athletic playing fields, repairing machinery and equipment, chipping tree limbs and brush, removing stumps and maintaining park facilities. Replaces light bulbs and fixtures; repairs urinals and commodes. Performs janitorial duties in park restrooms. Repairs water fountains. Repairs and installs playground equipment and fences. Performs maintenance and repair task involving plumbing, electrical, and mechanical. Removes trash from facilities and maintains surrounding grounds. Trims and plants trees, shrubs, and flowers; fertilizes and seeds. Mows grass, weed-eats and related grounds keeping tasks. Maintains cemeteries and parks. Sets up for and break down equipment after special events. Maintains athletic field irrigation systems. Opens and closes park for weekend rentals. Performs related tasks as required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
General knowledge of maintenance methods and practices; general knowledge of grass maintenance techniques; ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to operate tools and equipment safely; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and moderate experience in the performance of grounds maintenance and repair work.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
May require Pesticide Applicator's License depending on assignment.
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
Weekly schedules vary between the hours of 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with up to 40 hours per week based on need subject to adjust slightly due to weather. This is a seasonal position typically beginning in May and ending in August.
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The City of Monroe is an EOE/AA/Drug Free Workplace Employer.