Under the supervision of the Parks Supervisor, works as part of a crew that completes a wide variety of park maintenance operations and project work at various sites during the spring, summer, fall, and early winter. Examples of work include: general building and grounds clean up, cutting firewood, snow removal, trail building and maintenance, painting, invasive plant removal, table, and bench repairs, cutting lumber, chipping brush, trimming trees, and other related tasks. The Ottawa County Parks serves a diverse group of residents and visitors and employs great effort to provide equitable access to parks, programs, and activities. We are committed to an inclusive workforce that represents the many different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints that are a valuable part of our community. It is our goal that every employee and volunteer feels empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be 18 years of age or older, with a valid Michigan driver's license.
• Have a working knowledge of grounds maintenance, as well as maintenance construction trades, including painting, carpentry, electrical and electronic repair, plumbing, etc.
• Have the ability to properly use manual and power tools commonly used in the maintenance construction trades, and have the ability to layout work efficiently so as to minimize work hours and materials required to properly complete work.

Additional details to note before applying:

• The main work sites needing assistance is either:
  • West Area Parks. Possibly needing to work at other various county parks and properties, as needed.
  • Parks Operation Center. Possibly needing to work at other various county parks and properties, as needed.
• Unique schedule limited to 1249 working hours per year. May include some weekend and evening hours.
• During the summer season can work up to 40 hours per week. During the off-season, hours will be more limited.
• This position is seasonal, part-time, and non-benefited.
• Returning Maintenance Crew Worker will receive $15.00 (2nd year), $15.25 (3rd year), and $15.50 (4th year).

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs seasonal building and grounds maintenance in the spring and fall and makes repairs and improvements at other times as needed.
• Performs a wide variety of grounds work including cutting and transporting firewood, snow removal, trail construction and maintenance, tree trimming and removal, constructs boardwalks and bridges, paints, repairs tables, and benches, chips brush, and removes invasive plant species.
• Operates equipment as needed, including mowers and tractors, chippers, and other equipment.
• Responsible for completing assigned tasks in a timely manner and to the standards established by the Parks Commission and administered by management staff.
• Performs other functions as assigned.

Must be 18 years of age. High school diploma or GED preferred.

The qualified candidate will have the following knowledge and skills:

• Working knowledge of the maintenance construction trades, including painting, carpentry, electrical and electronic repair, plumbing, etc.
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing preventive and emergency maintenance practices.
• Operating knowledge of a variety of mowers, brush hogs, edgers, chainsaws, snow removal, trail grooming and other equipment used in park maintenance.
• Working knowledge of the proper use of manual and power tools commonly used in the maintenance construction trades.
• Ability to layout work efficiently so as to minimize man-hours and materials required to properly complete work.
• Knowledge of OSHA/MIOSHA occupational health and safety rules, regulations and requirements.
• Thorough working knowledge of safety protocols and practices.