Job Postings

POSTING NOTICE FOR A COMPETITIVE JOB OPENING

PARK LABORER

Job Summary:

Performs manual and unskilled labor following established routines and instructions from the immediate supervisor in the maintenance and upkeep of Zachary Youth Park.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine landscaping duties, including mowing, edging, weeding, and general grounds maintenance.
• Trim and prune trees, shrubs, and hedges to maintain their health and appearance.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of plants and grass.
• Maintain clean park grounds by picking up litter, emptying trash receptacles, and sweeping or blowing pathways.
• Clean and sanitize park restrooms.
• Inspect Park facilities, including playgrounds, benches, restrooms, and other amenities, for cleanliness and safety.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to park equipment and facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the park and Recreation Director.

Qualifications/Education Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Louisiana Driver’s License required.

Other Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions from supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be in good physical condition and capable of performing manual labor.
• Requires regular standing, walking, bending, lifting, and other physical activities associated with park maintenance.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applications may be obtained from City Hall, 4700 Main Street, Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., or online HERE.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. To qualify for the position, applicants must submit with their completed application:

• A copy of a valid Louisiana Driver’s License; and
• A copy of a high school diploma or certificate of equivalency.

Completed applications must be received by Ashlee Pratt at City Hall, 4700 Main Street, no later than October 8, 2026.

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If you are interested in a municipal civil service position, pick up an application at City Hall, 4700 Main Street or print an application on-line. When submitting your application, you must submit a copy of your high school diploma or equivalent along with a copy of your valid driver’s license. If you are applying for a posted position, you must submit your application by the posted deadline. For information regarding municipal civil service positions, contact Ashlee Pratt at 225 654-1932.

If you are interested in a fire or police civil service position, contact the fire and police civil service board secretary Dana LeJeune at 225-654-0023. All job openings will be posted in the City of Zachary official journal, The Zachary Plainsman. Applications are available on the Office of State Examiners Website, ose.louisiana.gov. Once completed, the application must be mailed to the Civil Board Secretary, Dana LeJeune, P.O. Box 310, Zachary, LA 70791.