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Job Description
Position Description
The City of Fresno PARCS Department has a variety of temporary part-time and seasonal opportunities in our Maintenance Division. Individuals receive first-hand experience in strengthening the future of our community by keeping our PARCS clean, safe, and well-maintained. Keeping our facilities in top notch shape helps to empower residents to acquire skills, live healthy lives, appreciate the beauty of the central valley, and strengthen community connection!
Under supervision, Services Aides may perform any of the following duties:
- Assist maintenance and custodial staff with a variety of basic tasks- duties will vary according to job assignment;
- Clean and sanitize restrooms and other park amenities and remove debris and litter from PARCS facilities;
- Assist maintenance staff in maintaining PARCS facilities by submitting work orders for repair or assisting in light maintenance activities under supervision;
- Provide opening and closing support including checking park for readiness to open or close and performing custodial duties as needed before unlocking restrooms and/or gates;
- Assist in the enforcement of rules, regulations, and safety precautions at municipal facilities;
- Recognize, avoid, and report unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries;
- Provide information, instructions, and assistance to the public within the scope of authority and training;
- Support the relationship between the City of Fresno and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff;
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule
Pay Rate: $16.00-$17.50 per hour
Work schedules vary according to specific program operations, assignments and needs.
The Requirements
Please select the positions you are interested in. Please select ONLY those positions that genuinely interest you. If there is a need for a position you've selected, your application will be forwarded to the hiring manager for consideration.
How To Apply
The City of Fresno will accept applications continuously throughout the year to be utilized as assignments occur.
APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT WWW.FRESNO.GOV/JOBS TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. For specific information about community services and recreation jobs, call (559) 621-2900.
All areas of the on-line application must be completed in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application; only attaching a resume will not meet application requirements.
ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis.
Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.
It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and phone voice mails from the City of Fresno. Please ensure email is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders, and phone calls may read as "spam" on the phone ID. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders and calls.
Applications must be submitted before the recruitment closes or it will not be accepted for any reason.
Pursuant to City of Fresno Charter, temporary employment shall not exceed 2,080 hours within 2 fiscal years; and may not exceed 29 working hours per week.
Other Information
Selected individuals will be required to successfully pass a Department interview, a Department of Justice fingerprint, and provide proof of Tuberculosis (TB) clearance, prior to employment with the City of Fresno.
Extra Posting Description Type
Please select the programs you are interested in. Please select ONLY those positions that genuinely interest you. If there is a need in a program you've selected, your application will be forwarded to the hiring manager for consideration.
Parks Custodial: Perform custodial duties including cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, splash pads, play structures, interior of neighborhood and community centers, and other park amenities; remove litter and debris and remove waste; submit work orders for graffiti or damage to park facilities; report any safety concerns and immediately remedy those within scope of assigned position; must be reliable, willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions, and have ability to work with a diverse population and age groups. Must be willing to work weekends.
Park Opening & Closing: Will be assigned to either opening or closing shift and be required to drive to multiple designated parks in a City vehicle. Opening tasks including performing checks of restrooms and amenities for readiness to open and performing custodial duties as needed, unlocking restrooms, gates, and other facilities. Closing tasks include courteously informing guests of park closure, performing closing custodial duties, and securing restrooms, facilities, and other park amenities. Must be reliable and able to work early mornings or late evenings; must be able to work weekends; must have driver's license in good standing.
Parks Maintenance: Assists parks maintenance staff with light maintenance duties to include minor repairs of park facilities and amenities. Must be reliable and able to work early mornings on weekdays and weekends.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Fresno is an equal opportunity employer.
Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2024 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Fresno
Show moreThe City of Fresno is the largest city in the San Joaquin Valley and the fifth largest city in California, with a population of more than 545,000 residents. Fresno is the financial core of the San Joaquin Valley, and its economy relies on its large-scale agricultural production. Revitalization of Downtown Fresno's core and the construction of High Speed Rail are two of many exciting projects that continue to successfully support Fresno's growing economy.
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Located in the geographical center of California, Fresno offers many sights. From fertile agricultural fields, an abundance of lakes, and the snowy Sierra Nevada mountain range, the scenic variety in Fresno is large. Fresno also features a diverse selection of dining, shopping, farmers markets, vibrant arts and culture, wineries, as well as a variety of attractions. With 300 days of sunshine a year, the climate in Fresno is the source of its agricultural productivity, and allows year-round recreational activities including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing.
Los Angeles is approximately four hours south and the San Francisco Bay Area is approximately three hours north. Fresno is located in proximity to three sites of natural beauty: Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, and Sequoia National Park. Residents and visitors alike enjoy these scenes and others, including the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
Another advantage to living in Fresno is the exceptional housing that is available at lower price levels than California's other large metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts in the Fresno area: Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified and Clovis Unified. Fresno is the home of California State University, Fresno, as well as a number of other colleges and universities.
The people of Fresno enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, athletic, educational and recreational activities in an affordable and clean living environment.
City Government
Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The Mayor is elected at- large and does not serve on the Council, but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all other department heads in the City
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