Seasonal Employee - Department Of Public Works

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.1. Assist with marina operations including registering boaters and providing general assistance to marina guests.2. Utilize the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reservation system when assisting with marina reservations or registrations.3. Maintain the cleanliness and orderly appearance of public waterfront areas including fish cleaning stations, restrooms, sidewalks, docks, and surrounding public spaces.4. Perform routine lawn and grounds maintenance including mowing, trimming, weeding, watering, and planting within City parks, properties, and greenspaces.5. Collect trash and assist with general upkeep of parks, waterfront areas, and City facilities.6. Assist full-time staff with maintaining and repairing City facilities and infrastructure.7. Perform general labor tasks including cleaning, minor repairs, equipment setup, and facility support.8. Provide courteous customer service and respond to questions from residents and visitors.9. Monitor assigned areas and report hazards, maintenance needs, or public concerns to supervisory staff.10. Follow City safety procedures and workplace policies.11. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.• Must be at least 18 years of age for certain assignments including maintenance work.• Previous experience in customer service, grounds maintenance, or general labor is preferred.• Valid driver's license may be required depending on assigned duties.

Required Knowledge and Skills• Knowledge of safe work practices.• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and members of the public.• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks independently or as part of a team.• Ability to interpret and communicate policies, procedures, and facility rules when interacting with the public.• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.• Ability to perform physical labor including lifting, carrying, and moving materials up to approximately 50 pounds with or without assistance.• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Work is performed primarily outdoors in parks, waterfront areas, marina facilities, and other City properties. Employees may be exposed to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, and wind. Duties may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and performing repetitive physical tasks for extended periods of time.

Employees may be exposed to typical hazards associated with maintenance and grounds work including equipment operation, uneven terrain, noise, and proximity to water. Seasonal employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and use appropriate protective equipment when required.

Exposure to bodily fluids, with possible exposure to a variety of disease agents and to bloodborne pathogens.Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audio logical appliances and devices to increase mobility.