Junior Laborer - Seasonal
Chicago Park DistrictAbout the role
Title: Junior Laborer (S)
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
Under immediate supervision, performs elementary manual work, either indoors or outdoors. Performs related duties as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Performs elementary manual labor which does not require special experience or skill.
- Operates a “walk behind” rotary mower.
- Rakes, sweeps and clears rubbish from lawns, walks, drives or other outdoor spaces.
- Spades shrubbery beds.
- Waters lawns.
- Screens soil.
- Plants seeds, flowers or shrubs.
- Loads brush and garbage on 2-ton truck or less.
- Picks up paper.
- Plants or trims trees.
- Assists in cleaning sewers and catch basins.
- Mops, sweeps or performs similar cleaning work in buildings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience:
Some previous experience in performing manual labor is preferable. Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to operate maintenance equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Ability to perform manual labor. Ability to respond to routine inquiries from the public.
Union: SEIU Local 73 FLSA: Non-Exempt Career Service EEO: Service-Maintenance
RATE OF PAY: $17.02 per hour
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