Temporary: (Lakewood Park & Facility Maintenance -II-III

Temporary:
Lakewood Park & Facility Maintenance I-II-III

GR: N/A FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Parks & Recreation (Temporary/Seasonal) Division: Lakewood Discovery Center

Reports To: Assigned Supervisor Approved: 01/05/2026 Job Code: PR (Lakewood)

Applicants will be selected for positions based on qualifications

Supervisor:
Brian Underwood, Recreation Supervisor

Location:

1323 E Iron Ave.

Telephone Number:  ext. 13

Email: brian.underwood

This classification is the entry level of the recreation series working under immediate supervision.

• Assists with summer nature programs & special environmental events.
• Performs manual labor in the maintenance of Lakewood Discovery Center structures & grounds.
• Maintains trails including grounds maintenance.
• Plants & maintains learning gardens & prairie areas including seeding, watering, aerification, top dressing, planting flowers, weed removal, painting, fence repair, dirt work & related duties.
• Performs improvements to wildlife/fisheries habitats.
• Conducts wildlife surveys.
• Stocks fish.
• Provides custodial services including cleaning restrooms & trash removal.
• Administers basic first aid, if needed.
• Responds in emergency situations within scope of training.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Eighth grade graduate.
• CPR & First Aid certifications desired.

• Work experience in general manual labor or landscape maintenance or related work.
• Ability to perform work using hand held non‑powered tools utilized in landscape maintenance & repair work.

• Hammers, wrenches, screw drivers, shovels, clippers, rakes & non‑powered hand held edgers, as assigned.

• Must be able to follow instructions.
• Must be a self‑starter & be able to work productively.
• Must have excellent problem‑solving skills & demonstrate good judgement when completing job duties.
• Maintains a high standard of customer service.
• Maintains positive & cooperative working relationships.
• Works indoors/outdoors in changing environmental conditions; must be able to work in temperatures which often exceeds 90 degrees.
• Communicates well with patrons of various ages from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrates kindness to patrons & presents professional attitude at all times.
• Must be able to communicate verbally & in writing.

• Sixteen (16) year olds will work in a non‑driving capacity.
• Seventeen (17) year olds must possess a valid driver's license to operate utility vehicles & golf carts on city property & non‑public access passageways.
• Performs all job tasks according to rules & guidelines of Salina Parks & Recreation's safety program & weather alert procedures.
• Must have reliable transportation to‑and‑from work.
• Must be available to work shifts.
• Must attend required trainings & meetings.
• Required to review posted event calendars.
• Must follow scheduling protocols & be able to obtain weekly work schedule.
• Must follow time & attendance guidelines must adhere to payroll requirements.
• Must respond in a timely manner to all forms of communication regarding City of Salina employment by way of phone calls, emails, texts, etc.
• Must be able to lift 10‑40 pounds frequently.

• $/hr. DOQ

This classification is mid‑level of the park & facility maintenance series working under general supervision.

• Leads summer nature programs & special environmental events.
• Supervises the Park & Facility Maintenance I staff in the absence of the Recreation Supervisor.
• Responsible to fulfill the duties of the Park & Facility Maintenance I staff, as needed.
• Performs manual labor in the maintenance of Lakewood Discovery Center structures & grounds.
• Maintains trails including grounds maintenance.
• Plants & maintains learning gardens & prairie areas including seeding, planting, watering, trimming, aerification, top dressing, planting flowers, weed removal, painting, dirt work, lawn maintenance, mowing, edging, fertilizing, aerification, top dressing, weed & pest control, & related duties.
• Performs improvements to wildlife/fisheries habitats.
• Co…