Field Worker - Space

Field Worker

The Field Worker is a part-time, hourly position that works in the Parks, Golf and Open Space Division. This position performs a variety of maintenance duties for the City of Westminster parks and open space, and will include general maintenance, landscaping, snow removal, and light construction.

Benefits as a result of working in this position, you will:

• Gain knowledge, skills and experience in heavy equipment and hand tool operation including skid steers, tractors, rollers, trucks, trailers, weed whackers, mowers, blowers and hedge trimmers
• Gain knowledge and experience in construction; including dirt work, trail building and maintenance, grading, carpentry, fencing and welding
• Learn problem-solving and repair skills
• Work to maintain and restore native areas within our city for citizens to enjoy
• Enjoy free access to City of Westminster Recreation Facilities

This position will remain open until filled. The availability of work hours for this position will be determined by one or all of the following factors: program length, weather, and budget. The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate.

The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission:
The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service – People – Integrity – Respect – Innovation – Teamwork).

This position supports the goals of the Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department, which enhances the quality of life for all Westminster citizens by providing diverse leisure, recreational, and informational services and resources; and acquiring, developing, and maintaining first-class parks, facilities, open space, and trails. This position works toward the accomplishment of the department's mission:
Together we create exceptional opportunities for a vibrant community with a commitment to nature, wellness and literacy.

Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks:

Other duties and responsibilities may be added at the City's discretion.

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications

Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Prior industry experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Daily maintenance of parks, open space/forestry, and/or athletic fields
• Operating light equipment and tools such as pick-up trucks, trailers, mowers, limb chippers, and skid-steers
• Light maintenance and repair of fences or structures, and custodial work
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record

Physical Requirements:

Work is physical in nature and requires sufficient physical strength and stamina to:

• Occasionally sit while driving to work assignments and performing office tasks; frequently stand and constantly walk on uneven terrain in all weather conditions to safely…