Part Time Parks Maintenance Aide - Electrical

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan's leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

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General Summary

$20.68 - $26.92/hr

On-site

This is a part time position limited to 1,000 hours per year who will provide assistance to the full time Parks Skilled Maintenance Electrician. This role provides assistance to higher level maintenance personnel that are performing rough and finish carpentry, electrical work, painting, and plumbing, and assists as required in the development, maintenance and repair of park facilities, grounds, and buildings.

Under limited supervision, performs manual work required in the general maintenance of grounds, buildings and equipment owned or operated by Oakland County Parks and Recreation. Cleans and prepares work sites and cleans machinery, tools, and equipment. Drives various vehicles used for transporting work crews, materials, and equipment to and from work sites. Responsible for proper work procedures and safety practices. Must be alert to hazards and follow department safety and emergency procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Occasionally functions as a leader over lower-level seasonal employees, interns, or volunteers under direction of higher-level staff.

WHEN ASSIGNED TO FACILITIES MAINTENANCE

Provides assistance to higher level maintenance personnel that are performing rough and finish carpentry, electrical work, painting, and plumbing, and assists as required in the development, maintenance and repair of park facilities, grounds, and buildings.

Tears out walls, partitions, pipes, and related structures for building alterations.

Installs and maintains miscellaneous park fixtures, including fences, signs, park furniture, and swimming, fishing, and boating docks.

Prepares work sites for higher level maintenance personnel by erecting and dismantling scaffolding, excavation boxes, and guy wires; tearing out walls, partitions, pipes, and related structures for building alterations; preparing various building surfaces by washing, sanding, and scraping.

Using hand tools, digs and/or fills trenches, grades earth and repairs roads, drives and parking lots.

Assists in setting forms and unloads, mixes, pours, and spreads concrete.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in maintaining the proper use of park facilities by patrolling areas on foot or by motor vehicle, informing park users of any violation of regulations, and notifying an appropriate supervisor of unusual or emergency situations.

Assists in promoting the efficient operation of parks by providing input to higher level staff related to job duties in the areas of maintenance, programs and events, or natural resources management and environmental sustainability.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to communicate to accurately convey information.

Ability to clean and maintain grounds, equipment and assigned tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments where variable weather conditions.

May be exposed to machinery, equipment, and hand tools.

May be required to be a driver or be a passenger in an automobile or bus.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisor.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

A. REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have passed their 18th birthday.

Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license. Out of country driver's license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver's license before the hire date.

Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical established for this classification.

Successfully complete the six (6) month probationary period.

B. ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Physical condition that will permit lifting, standing, and/or walking for extended periods, frequent moving of heavy objects, working in disagreeable weather conditions, and ability to perform heavy physical work.

Reasonable knowledge of the use of hand and power tools.

Reasonable ability to perform routine, repetitive, and/or manual tasks.

Reasonable ability to maintain personal cleanliness and a presentable public appearance.

Reasonable ability to follow standardized oral and written instructions.

Reasonable ability to work and cooperate in a team effort, when necessary, to successfully complete an assignment.

Reasonable knowledge of and ability to practice standard safety techniques.

Some ability to work under hazardous and difficult work conditions common to this classification such as high places, confined areas, dampness, or other problem situations.

Additional Minimum Qualifications

C. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.

Union*

• If applicable

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.