Park Laborer I
Competitive
Range: 2

Reports to:  Park and Recreation Director                           
Department:  Recreation

Job Summary:
Performs manual, unskilled labor following basic routines directed by an immediate supervisor during maintenance of the Zachary Youth Park.

Essential duties and responsibilities:
Routine landscaping tasks such as mowing, edging, and weeding.  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.  Clean park grounds by picking up litter, emptying trash cans, and sweeping/blowing pathways.  Clean and sanitize park restrooms. Inspect park facilities such as playgrounds, benches, and restrooms for cleanliness and safety.  Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on park equipment and facilities. Any other duties assigned by Park and Recreation Director.

Qualifications/Education Required:
High school graduate or equivalent.  Valid Louisiana Driver’s License required.

Other Skills and Abilities Required:
Must be able to follow oral instructions from supervisors. 

Physical Requirements:
Must be in good physical condition.  Must be able to handle physical labor.  Requires regular standing or walking and lifting. 

Applications may be obtained from Human Resources in City Hall at 4700 Main Street from 7am-5:30pm Monday thru Thursday, online at www.cityofzachary.org or send resume to ashlee.pratt@cityofzachary.org.  Applications are due by August 19, 2024.

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.