What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Maintenance & Ops Assistant- Stevens Creek Nature Preserve position at Mecklenburg County?
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At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Did you know that Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year? Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park are just a few that our employees and residents look forward to every year! Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, change to improve our resident’s fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision that the county “will be a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK and RECREATE.” The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230 parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting-edge programs, state-of the-art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you.
Position Summary
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is adding a Temporary Maintenance & Operations Assistant to the team at East Region Nature Preserve Maintenance! This position will work within our Nature Preserves and Natural Resources Division and the successful candidate must be willing to work in all weather conditions in a wooded, natural setting where wildlife is a protected and valued resource. The incumbent will perform daily routine maintenance, such as general groundskeeping and custodial work. In addition, this position will perform minor facility repair, solve maintenance issues independently and provide excellent customer service at the Nature Preserve. This position will report to Stevens Creek Nature Preserve and can expect to work a rotating schedule of weekends, holidays and evenings based on business needs.
By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!
Essential Functions
Experience: No experience required
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? N/A
Licenses and Certifications: Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges
Computer Skills: General knowledge of applicable computer programs
Knowledge
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Works outdoors exposed to weather conditions
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Did you know that Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year? Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park are just a few that our employees and residents look forward to every year! Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, change to improve our resident’s fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision that the county “will be a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK and RECREATE.” The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230 parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting-edge programs, state-of the-art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you.
Position Summary
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is adding a Temporary Maintenance & Operations Assistant to the team at East Region Nature Preserve Maintenance! This position will work within our Nature Preserves and Natural Resources Division and the successful candidate must be willing to work in all weather conditions in a wooded, natural setting where wildlife is a protected and valued resource. The incumbent will perform daily routine maintenance, such as general groundskeeping and custodial work. In addition, this position will perform minor facility repair, solve maintenance issues independently and provide excellent customer service at the Nature Preserve. This position will report to Stevens Creek Nature Preserve and can expect to work a rotating schedule of weekends, holidays and evenings based on business needs.
By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!
Essential Functions
- Perform cleaning services to restrooms and indoor rental facilities
- Open park gates and remove trash
- Assists other maintenance staff in repair duties
- Perform general grounds keeping such as picking up trash and debris, remove limbs, blow leaves off sidewalks and greenways
- Perform general laborer-type work with equipment such as power mowers, chainsaws, brush cutter, edger and clippers, etc.
- Performs related work as required
Experience: No experience required
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? N/A
Licenses and Certifications: Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges
Computer Skills: General knowledge of applicable computer programs
Knowledge
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Light equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, and construction
- Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this equipment
- Basic tools used in maintenance and construction work
- Operating a chainsaw and brush cutter, blowers, sweepers and other assigned equipment
- Performing heavy manual labor, sometimes in adverse weather conditions
- Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
- Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships
- Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
- Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
- Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
Works outdoors exposed to weather conditions
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.