Do you enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and taking pride in a job where you can see the results of your work every day? The City of Medford is looking for a part-time Parks Laborer to help care for Lithia & Driveway Fields and keep the facility clean, safe, and ready for community use.
In this hands-on role, you’ll perform a variety of grounds and facility maintenance tasks, including mowing, edging, blowing, string trimming, collecting trash and refuse, pressure washing, assisting with event setup and breakdown and other general maintenance needs.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is dependable, self-motivated, enjoys working both independently and as part of a team, and takes pride in maintaining a welcoming space for the community.
If you enjoy working outdoors and want to be part of the team that keeps Lithia & Driveway Fields looking its best, we encourage you to apply!
Required Education and Experience:
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Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
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Must be 18 years of age or older by date of hire.
Additional Eligibility Requirements:-
Working knowledge of basic building operation, repairs, equipment used and cleaning buildings.
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Basic knowledge of the practices and techniques of landscape maintenance, tree care, and basic landscape construction techniques.
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Knowledge of safety practices and procedures for this line of work.
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Must be honest and truthful in all tasks and responsibilities.
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Possession of valid driver's license by date of hire. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver's license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)).
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Ability to maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
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Successful completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.
Available Schedules:
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Thursday - Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The anticipated hiring range for the Parks Laborer position is $18.36 (first step) to $19.28 or $20.24 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, and qualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Three steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
INCLUDED BENEFITS:
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Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) retirement contributions paid by employer for part-time, year-round positions.
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Paid sick leave - one (1) hour accrued for every 30 hours worked.
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Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7
Essential Functions of the Position:
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Clean, stock, open and close Park restrooms and gates. Removes trash and ground litter in City of Medford Parks, Right of Ways, and facility areas.
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May be required to drive a City vehicle to various park locations.
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Assists park staff in a variety of daily tasks or special projects.
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Ability to perform labor safely in all types of weather.
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Ability to prepare and read simple reports and field diagrams.
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Ability to work with minimum supervision and/or work with others in daily tasks.
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Ability to follow oral, written, and drawn instructions.
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Ability to relate to the public in a positive manner.
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Adhere to safety practices and standards when performing all duties.
Other Functions of the Position:-
Operates handheld gas-powered equipment to include string trimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers, and chain saws.
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Operates riding mowers and tractors.
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Perform manual landscape maintenance to include pruning, weeding, and planting.
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Performs equipment maintenance.
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Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
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Handles job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace.
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Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
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Is an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
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Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
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Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Competencies:
Team Player- Effective performers are team oriented. They identify with the larger organizational team and their role within it. They share resources, respond to requests from other parts of the organization, and support larger legitimate organizational agendas as more important than local or personal goals.
Drive/Energy- Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the City. They have the stamina and endurance to handle the substantial workload present in today’s organizations. They know that a healthy work/life balance is important to sustained energy. They are motivated to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce even in exhausting circumstances.
Informal Communication- Effective performers clearly and articulately convey information to others in casual or informal situations. They understand most of the communication is delivered through nonverbal cues and can interpret body language accurately and use it appropriately.
Positive Impact- Effective performers make positive impressions on those around them. They are personable, self-confident, and generally likable. They are optimistic and enthusiastic about what they do, and their excitement is contagious. They energize those around them.
Results Orientation- Effective performers maintain appropriate focus on outcomes and accomplishments. They are motivated by achievement and persist until the goal is reached. They convey a sense of urgency to make things happen. They respect the need to balance short- and long-term goals. They are driven by a need for closure.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at work sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and wind.
Moderate physical demands associated with landscape maintenance and facility maintenance. The position may lift objects that weigh up to 75 pounds, walks, and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls, or carries objects; uses lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively jumps, sprints, or throws objects. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination. The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina.
