Part-Time Seasonal Maintenance

To assist in a wide variety of routine maintenance work, requiring manual skills in the maintenance of Chambersburg Recreation Department’s parks and properties. Performs work with general instructions, although some specific tasks may require detailed assignment. Work is outdoors and involves exposure to the elements.

Work is performed under the immediate and close supervision of the Parks Supervisor.

Shift Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7AM-3PM, weekends as needed

Rate of Pay: $16.00 per hour

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates a push mower or riding lawn mower;
• Empty trash/waste containers regularly;
• Ensuring Park grounds are free of litter, debris, and safety hazards;
• Ensuring walkways are clear and accessible for visitors;
• Use of shovel, blower, rakes, and other power tools/ hand tools as directed;
• Performs restroom maintenance to include regular checks, restocking paper products, emptying trash cans, and cleaning sinks/toilets/urinals/floors as needed;
• Checking playground equipment for safety;
• Raking mulch back into heavy use areas;
• Enforcing Park rules and regulations as needed;

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum age 18;
• Ability to perform manual work in a variety of weather conditions;
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to assignment;
• Safety oriented with ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely;
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions;
• Service oriented with ability to effectively communicate and interact with co-workers and the public through personal contact as normally defined by the ability to work, see, read, speak, hear, and lift objects;
• Minimum degree of skill in problem solving decision-making;

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must possess a current, valid state driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Borough’s Policy