NOW HIRING: Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker

 Are you looking for a physically active, hands-on career in the great outdoors?

The City is seeking a motivated and Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker to help maintain, repair, and enhance our public grounds, city parks, and cemetery. If you take pride in creating beautiful, safe, and welcoming green spaces for the community, we want to hear from you. 

We Are One Russell. Situated at the crossroads of I-70 and US Highway 281, we are a community dedicated to family, friends, and neighbors, building a self-reliant future.

Why Join Us?

• No Experience Required: We prioritize a positive attitude and willingness to learn. We are happy to train the right person!

The Position (Under Supervision of the Parks Superintendent and Leadworker)

This is a full-time position involving heavy manual labor tasks associated with taking care of city grounds. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Mow, weed eat, rake, trim, saw, water grass, shrubbery, and trees throughout city parks.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair park equipment, city vehicles and structures.
• Apply pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers within city limits to maintain landscaping.
• Safely operate heavy machinery, including tractors, mowers, dump trucks, water/sprayer trucks, bucket boom trucks, and chainsaws.
• Assist with locating/staking grave sites and stone settings.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening
• Experience in ground maintenance and/or landscaping is required.
• Applicants may reside outside of the city, subject to response times as administratively determined and required for the department

How to Apply:

Applications and a full job description can be obtained at:

• Website: www.russellcity.org
• In-Person: City of Russell, 133 W. 8th, Russell, KS 67665

Submit completed applications:

• In Person or Mail: 133 W. 8th, Russell, KS 67665
• Fax: 785-483-4397
• Email: alice@russellcity.org

Position open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. EEO/ADA.