Horticulture Maintenance 1 - Outside

Description

TitleHorticulture Maintenance 1 - OutsideDepartmentNicholas Conservatory & GardensStatusSeasonalWork LocationVariousReports ToHorticulture & Maintenance SupervisorWage$16/hourPosition DescriptionPerforms general upkeep duties for buildings, grounds, and water features, including tasks such as weeding, watering, and installing bedding plants.

ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT VISION, MISSION AND LEADERSHIP BY VALUESAgency VisionTo be the best urban parks and recreation system in North America, as measured by national standards and the citizens we serve.Agency MissionThe Rockford Park District is in business to "help people enjoy life" by providing a quality park and recreation system.Vision & Planning SystemThe District aligns itself and all its resources to achieve its purpose, vision, mission, and priorities. This successfully drives the strategic plan, operational plans, and performance goals.Policy Management & Operations SystemEvery team member serves as an active contributor in the development of the team's operational plan; develops job strategies and plans that support the team's operational goals; identifies timetables for completion; plans daily work activities in an organized manner ensuring effective utilization of time and resources in the completion of job tasks.Leadership by Values SystemLeadership by Values can only be achieved if all team members believe in and live by these shared values: accountability, integrity, passion, agility, relationship oriented, results driven, service oriented, respectful, and innovative. While all team members share these essential values, our culture is enriched by and welcomes the diverse supporting values of its team members.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging StatementThe Rockford Park District is committed and accountable to being a place where everyone is invited and belongs, as demonstrated by being an inviting, equitable, and inclusive environment, respectful of all people, embracing diversity, creating accessibility and valuing all team members, partners and community members for their unique experiences and backgrounds.

RELATIONSHIPS TO RESULTS CULTUREDefinitionSustained by long-term, positive, exceptional relationships with stakeholders and team members as our hallmark of success.

ONE TEAM, ONE GOAL COMMITMENTDefinitionTo work together to achieve the mission, vision, and shared values of the Rockford Park District.ConnectednessDepartments are truly interconnected to support the mission and vision of the Rockford Park District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Performs general duties relating to the upkeep of the buildings, grounds, and water features
• Weeds, waters, and installs bedding plants
• Performs generalized janitorial duties
• Assists with mulching of flower and landscape beds
• Operates various non-powered hand tools safely
• Maintains a working knowledge of all general and departmental - specific safety rules
• Attends all required safety trainings
• Maintains cleanliness in all work areas
• Utilize the Rockford Park District's HRIS system for all HR and payroll-related requirements and to accurately clock in and out for all shifts.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Experience
Currently enrolled in High school or working towards GED

Critical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Minimum of 16 yrs old
• Days and hours vary; general hours will be 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required
• Excellent customer service skills and customer oriented
• Good communication skills including expressive, written, and receptive
• Ability to follow direction from Nicholas Conservatory Horticulture Supervisors, Coordinators and Seasonal Supervisors, demonstrating flexibility as a team player.
• CPR and First Aid Certification (can be obtained through the Rockford Park District within one year of hire)

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Heavy work:

• • Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally
  • Exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently
  • Exerting in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Must be able to perform moderately physically intensive tasks, potentially including any combination of the following: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, repetitive motions, substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• This position includes indoor, outdoor, and greenhouse work with regular exposure to weather related elements (heat, sun, cold, wind, humidity, rain, etc.)
• Expect potential exposure to the following: dirt, noise, temperature and weather extremes, job related hazardous chemicals.