Parks Department Laborer
General Statement of Duties: Performs manual work of routine and unskilled nature; does related work as required. Tree Trimming and cutting in Aerial Lift helpful, but not necessary.
Distinguishing Features of the Class: This is routine manual work involving both heavy and light physical labor in a wide variety of work activities.
Work is assigned in detail and is subject to direct supervision and inspection by immediate supervisor.
Examples of Work (Illustrative Only):
- Loads and unloads material and equipment from trucks;
- Spreads sand, gravel and chips;
- Assists skilled workers by carrying equipment and tools;
- Carries sand, gravel and cement;
- Digs ditches; mows lawns, trims shrubs, and rakes grass and trash;
- Clean and paint of picnic tables and park benches;
- Assists in repair and landscapes areas as assigned;
- Assists in tree trimming and brush removal;
- Cleans culverts, drains, and ditches;
- Assists in servicing and cleaning of equipment.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to follow instructions; willingness to perform routine manual work.
Conditions: Ability to lift heavy weights; willingness to work under all weather conditions; physical endurance; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the job.
Special Requirements for Acceptance of Applications: Eligibility for a New York State commercial driver’s license at the time of application. Possession of the license may be required upon completion of probation period. Upon completion of probation period, may be required to have electrical hazard awareness training and to have certification in CPR and First Aid.
