What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Maintenance - Part-Time (Parks & Recreations) position at County of Berks, PA?
***Salary: $16.23 per hour***
Position Summary
This entry-level seasonal position is designed for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience with basic service and maintenance tasks. The role supports the maintenance team in keeping facilities, grounds, and equipment clean, safe, and functional during peak seasonal operations.
Position Responsibilities
***Essential Functions (These Duties are Performed with Supervision)***
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to:
Position Summary
This entry-level seasonal position is designed for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience with basic service and maintenance tasks. The role supports the maintenance team in keeping facilities, grounds, and equipment clean, safe, and functional during peak seasonal operations.
Position Responsibilities
***Essential Functions (These Duties are Performed with Supervision)***
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Assist with general light cleaning of facilities, equipment, and outdoor areas.
- Perform light landscaping duties such as raking, sweeping, watering, grass cutting, weed whacking/pulling.
- Assist with trash collection, litter pickup, and restroom cleaning.
- Visitor information services in interpreting park rules and regulations, and providing information about the Parks and the programs offered.
- Assist with maintenance needs for picnic groups, meetings, wedding groups, and assist at other special functions and park events, programs, and activities.
- Help set up and break down equipment for events or daily operations.
- Support basic repairs under supervision (e.g., tightening bolts, replacing light bulbs).
- Maintain tools and supplies in an organized condition.
- Follow safety procedures and report any hazards or issues to supervisors.
- Locking and unlocking the facilities.
- Assist with parking vehicles during large-scale park events.
- Currently enrolled in high school.
- Minimum Age 16 years old.
- No prior work experience required.
- Must have parental/guardian consent if under 18.
- Must have a valid Work Permit issued by the School District.
- Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and evenings.
- Must enjoy working with the public in an outdoor setting.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Basic understanding of safety practices.
- Willingness to learn and take direction.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Dependable and punctual.
- Physical presence in the facility is required.
- Must obtain PA Act 153 Clearances.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift to 25 lbs for extended periods
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
- May require the use of gloves, safety goggles, or other protective gear
- Outdoor and indoor settings such as parks, recreational facilities, or public buildings
- May involve exposure to sun, heat, rain, or light machinery noise
- Flexible scheduling, including weekends or holidays, depending on operational needs
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