Mower Operator Crewperson; Part-time

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Works under the direct supervision of an assigned supervisor and may be assigned to perform various types of general labor and manual work in maintaining city facilities and properties, using riding mowers, hand/power tools, herbicide spray equipment or other equipment. Operates and performs preventative maintenance on tractors, 2 ton dump trucks, and/or commercial zero turn, bush hog mowers, side boom mowers, rough mowers, and other riding mowers.

Mows, trims, plants, waters, sprays, fertilizes, aerates, digs, rakes, as needed. Picks up trash and tree limbs on city properties. Notifies the supervisor of repairs and maintenance work needed for properties, buildings, and equipment.

Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

Requires ability to perform manual work, which will involve bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, reaching overhead, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Requires traversing uneven ground, and maneuvering around debris. Must be able to operate and perform preventative maintenance on various hand and motorized tools, such as: riding mowers, commercial zero turn mowers, tractors, blowers, rakes, brooms, lawn mowers, weed trimmers, etc.

Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing to receive instructions and give feedback. Involves contact with staff.

Requires outdoor work, sometimes in inclement weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures. May be exposed to fumes, odors, noise, and dust.

Ability to understand written and verbal instructions. Must have experience operating various riding mowers; including commercial zero turn mowers and tractors. Specific experience operating a 2 ton dump truck and/or equipment including bush hog mowers, side boom mowers, herbicide equipment, etc. is preferred. Possession of a Driver License or Commercial Driver License preferred. May be required to complete a battery of tests as deemed appropriate by Human Resources to evaluate competencies in operating related equipment.

• Posting Date:
  Sep 23, 2025

• Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 15.5
• Pay Basis:
  Hourly

The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the exception of "first responders", must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee Senate Bill No. 29, "first responder" means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel.

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