Parks Steward

Position: Parks Steward (Variable Hour Benefits Eligible)
JOB LOCATION
13645 E Ellsworth Ave Aurora, Colorado City of Aurora, Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization.

At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:
Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community

Competitive total compensation package

Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away

On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement

Access to innovation work spaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES We're seeking a passionate and proactive Parks Steward to join our team, someone who isn't afraid to get their hands dirty (literally!) and is excited to operate everything from hand tools to heavy machinery. ️ Think of it as 'extreme gardening' meets 'community service' – with more chainsaws, less cubicles, and a whole lot of fresh air!

Hiring salary: $18.00/hour
** This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future VHBE Parks Stewards. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified and their qualifications match the position's needs. This posting will remain open until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants are obtained; however, it is subject to close at any time without prior notice.
** The City of Aurora provides uniforms to selected candidates.

This is classified as VHBE (Variable Hour Benefit Eligible), where the selected candidate will work up to 40 hours per week. The selected candidate will be eligible to elect Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits as well as accrue paid time off and receive 11 paid holidays.

Position overview:

The Parks Steward is an integral member of the team responsible for maintenance and stewardship of public lands, resources, infrastructure, and facilities in order to provide safe and healthy homes for plants and animals, as well as safe and pleasant human experiences.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provides outstanding stewardship of the public lands under care Performs maintenance and repair work on facilities and properties

Plants and cares for trees and vegetation

Properly operates and maintains equipment

Updates records concerning materials and equipment used Maintains and enforces safety regulations and procedures

Performs work to complete special functions with all user groups and between city departments

Performs snow and ice removal as needed

Performs additional duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

High School diploma or GED

Experience:

6 months manual labor experience

Preferred Qualifications:

CPR and First Aid If employed in the Forestry division, TCIA Chipper Operator Specialist & TCIA Ground Operations Specialist Knowledge:

Applicable safety practices and procedures

Methods, materials, equipment, and operating procedures utilized in the assigned functions

Effect of weather conditions on maintenance needs and procedures

Skills:

Vehicle operation

Working effectively with employees and citizens

Maintaining a safe working environment

Abilities:

Operation of equipment and tools of assigned function

Perform manual labor for extended periods of time Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

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