City of Salem

Parks Seasonal Maintenance

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Work-life balance

Job Description

The City of Salem, Oregon's capital, is the second largest city in the state, spanning 49 square miles across Marion and Polk counties. It is home to nearly 180,000 residents and features a richly diverse and family-friendly community environment supported by well-established neighborhoods and preserved historic sites. As a vibrant city, Salem orchestrates a sophisticated municipal framework with eight primary departments, including Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community Planning and Development. Employing approximately 1,350 dedicated professionals, Salem prides itself on a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to serve all residents with excellence... Show More

Job Requirements

  • must pass pre-employment background check
  • must have a valid driver license and meet City of Salem driving standards
  • high school graduate or GED preferred
  • some general maintenance, repair, groundskeeping, construction trade, or related manual labor experience
  • willingness to work in varying weather conditions including extreme temperatures
  • ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally
  • must be available Monday through Friday with occasional weekend overtime
  • positions requiring CDL must pass drug test including marijuana and receive pay differential

Job Qualifications

  • high school graduate or GED preferred
  • some general maintenance, repair, groundskeeping, construction trade, or manual labor experience
  • valid driver’s license meeting city requirements
  • knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
  • experience in customer service principles
  • knowledge of safe work practices
  • basic mathematical skills
  • ability to read and interpret technical documents
  • strong communication skills
  • experience with modern office equipment and software
  • ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Job Duties

  • perform landscape maintenance and installations
  • maintain facilities including restroom cleaning and repairs
  • mow lawns and operate landscaping equipment such as push mowers, blowers, weed eaters, and edgers
  • participate in painting, carpentry, plumbing, welding, and cement finishing tasks
  • care for natural turf fields by watering, fertilizing, maintaining soil composition and irrigation systems
  • operate city-owned vehicles and tow trailers
  • interact and communicate effectively with the public regarding park maintenance activities
  • assist in maintenance and preparations for city events at amphitheaters and shelters

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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