Parks Construction Laborer (PTR)

Posted:
11/12/2024, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Provo, Utah, United States ⋅ Utah, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Position Title:

Parks Construction Laborer (PTR)

Job Posting Closing Date:

***OPEN UNTIL FILLED***
[Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted.]

The Construction Projects team of the Provo City Parks Maintenance division is looking for a high-performing individual to fill one of their part-time laborer positions.

Job Details

What is the compensation?

$17.00 to $19.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)

Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following great benefits: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What will I do?

  • Forming and pouring concrete, general framing, playground construction, and installation of sprinklers, landscaping, tables, and benches.

  • Driving equipment (small dump trucks and pick-up trucks).

  • Maintaining a working knowledge of power tools,

  • Assist in cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment.

  • Employee will be expected to assist other crew members as needed/directed and perform other related work as required.


What do I need to apply?

  • Any training or experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position.

  • Valid, lawful driver license.

  • Preference will be given to applicants with a CDL.


What are the hours?
Twenty-five (25) hours per week between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. (Actual schedule will be set by the supervisor based on department need.)


What are the physical and environmental factors? 

Applicant must have the physical strength and agility sufficient to perform the work. This work requires strenuous physical labor; walking; bending; reaching; lifting (up to 70 lbs.); and exposure to adverse weather conditions and some pesticides.

What is the selection process? 

This position is open until filled and will be closed when sufficient, qualified applications to proceed with a competitive selection process have been received. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted. Applicants must be eligible to apply as indicated above to be included.
 

If selected for hire, applicants will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to appointment. Non-disclosure will result in disciplinary action. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. It has been ranked as the #1 Best Performing City (For a Third Consecutive Year!) in 2023 by the Milken Institute. Visit provocity.org to learn more.

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

27