Part Time Laborer - Grounds

CITY OF MOUNTAIN HOME PARKS AND RECREATION Job Announcement The City of Mountain Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer - we will make any reasonable accommodation necessary to ensure equal employment opportunities

1) A criminal background check is required for all City of Mountain Home positions.

2) The City of Mountain Home does not accept unsolicited resumes.

3) A separate application must be submitted to apply for another open position in the City.

4) Only completed applications with work history will be accepted.

5) A resume may accompany the City application but will not be substituted for any part of the application.

6) Accompanying resumes must refer to the specific job posting in order to be considered.

7) Applications must include complete work history and references.

8) Applications will not be accepted by fax.

Posting Expires: 09/03/2026 or UNTIL FILLED Grade & Status:
Grade 1 PT

FLSA:
Non-Exempt Salary Starting Rate: $15.25 per hour

DAYS & HOURS OF OPERATION:
Will Vary

WHERE TO APPLY (in person, online ntainhomear.gov or via us mail):

City of Mountain Home HR

720 S Hickory Street

Mountain Home, AR 72653

Contact Phone:

APPLICANTS MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER. APPLICANTS MUST MEET OR EXCEED ALL REQUIREMENTS.

The Part Time Laborer - Grounds position involves performing routine manual labor to support daily maintenance and care of all city park grounds and facilities.

• Complete daily maintenance of park grounds, facilities, pool, and sports fields.
• Collect trash and maintain trash tops and barrels throughout park areas.
• Clean restrooms, pavilions, and other park facilities.
• Mow park grounds and operate weed-eating equipment.
• Assist with loading and unloading vehicles with maintenance equipment.
• Clean shop and yard areas.
• Clean and maintain equipment, vehicles, and tools.
• Maintain trees, shrubs, flower beds, trails, and landscaped areas.
• Perform routine lawn and landscape tasks such as mowing, weed eating, pruning, shoveling, and trenching.
• Perform minor carpentry and construction tasks including signage and benches maintenance, concrete, plumbing, and electrical repairs.
• Know and navigate locations of park grounds, facilities, and services.
• Assist with setup and support of special events such as Coulter Lights, Independence Day, parades, and tournaments.
• Assist with repair and maintenance of small engines, vehicles, and trailers.
• Perform routine inspections of mowers, tractors, trucks, trailers, and other equipment.
• Identify or assist in resolving risks associated with park projects.
• Be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and special events as scheduled.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• 1. Education and Experience
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• General knowledge of grounds maintenance and landscaping techniques.
• General knowledge of cleaning and facility maintenance practices.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver's license appropriate for the equipment being operated.
• 2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to follow directions and complete tasks accurately.
• Skill in operating vehicles and equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, and various hand tools.
• Skill in performing general maintenance and light construction work.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and write, and perform necessary mathematical calculations.
• Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not to be considered a complete statement of duties, responsibilities and/or requirements.

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