Parks Worker III

Saint Paul, MN - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 66081 - 73361

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Position

Are you looking to further your career with the City of St. PaulOur Parks and Recreation is hiring diverse and talented individuals to join our team. As a Parks Operations Maintenance Worker you help make a St. Paul that works for us all.

Heres what you can expect to do:

Perform manual labor to maintain and repair the City of Saint Pauls parks and recreation facilities such as parks parkways recreation centers and other structures.
Drive vehicles operate a variety of tools and equipment and safely uses chemicals for maintenance work in conformity with all City safety rules and regulations.
Inspect and perform grounds keeping service maintains ice-skating rinks and perform snow removal as assigned.

For more information and essential functions see ourParks Worker III job description.

Information about the current openings:
This position provides ground and landscape maintenance of park grounds structures facilities and the operation of related maintenance equipment. This position may require cleaning and removal of homeless camps abatements and other contracted services.

Hours and schedules will vary weekend and holiday work may be required. Seasonal work (i.e. snow removal rink flooding etc.) will require flexibility in work schedule. This is a year round position however there is potential for seasonal lay-offs during the winter months. Employees in this title remain on City health insurance and receive unemployment during layoff periods.

NOTE:Employees are encouraged to take advantage of training opportunities that are offered by the City. Employees newly hired who do not currently possess a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) may be provided assistance with obtaining training and testing for the CDL within six months of hire as funding is available.

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages and a variety of excellent benefits including health insurance retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial cultural and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements

Must have at least one year of full time experience in turf/grounds maintenance or the operation of trucks skid loaders tractors and trailers.

Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class B or A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or equivalent out-of-state drivers license with endorsements for tanker and no restriction for airbrakes with no suspensions or revocations within the two year period prior to the date of appointment. Suspensions for parking-related offenses are excluded.

Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicators License with categories A & E must be obtained within six months of appointment.

NOTE: Candidates may be hired without a CDL however must possess a Minnesota or equivalent out of state Class B or Class A Commercial Drivers License with endorsements for tanker and no restriction for airbrakes within 6 months from date of hire. If you do not have a CDL you must possess MN Class D or equivalent out-of-state license.

How to Apply

Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
Upload or submit the following document(s) via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A legible copy (both sides) of your valid Commercial Drivers License(CDL) (if you have one)
- A legible copy of your Commercial Drivers License(CDL) permit (if you have one)

Learn more about our Hiring Process

Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application with all work history and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements and receive an assessment score of 75% or higher will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. You will be notified of your status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview job simulation work sample submission or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening:This position requires a medical examination drivers license check drug test and a background check which may include criminal history and employment history as a condition of employment.

Human Resources Contact Information:
Michelle LeBowat
Email:

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veterans Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veterans preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455 you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans women persons of color members of the LGBTQIA community and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the PositionAre you looking to further your career with the City of St. PaulOur Parks and Recreation is hiring diverse and talented individuals to join our team. As a Parks Operations Maintenance Worker you help make a St. Paul that works for us all.Heres what you can expect to do:Perform manu...