2024 Seasonal Parks Maintenance Technician - Docks Installation

Salary: $24.29 - $26.40 Hourly
Location : WI 54729, WI
Job Type: Limited Term Employment - Seasonal
Job Number: 2024-05
Department: Department of Administration
Division: Facilities and Parks
Opening Date: 01/30/2024
Closing Date: 2/13/2024 4:30 PM Central
Purpose of Position
JOB SUMMARY
The job duties of the Parks Maintenance Technician-Docks include but are not limited to perform maintenance tasks with lead worker supervisory responsibilities under the supervision of the Parks Manager and to provide responsive, courteous and efficient service to County residents and the general public.
Primary duties include but are not limited to: dock instillation of 29 New Docks.
Docks Installation position will begin: April 15th 2024 until the end of June 2024; unless the installation is completed sooner.
*A maximum of 175 hours is allotted for the installation of the New Docks. A minimum of 15 hours per week is required; 40 hours per week is preferred.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties described below are indicative of what the Parks Maintenance Technician-Docks might be asked to perform. This job description is to incorporate any county ordinances for the position of Parks Maintenance Technician. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive as job duties and responsibilities are park specific to Pine Point, Morris Erickson, Round Lake, and Otter Lake along with all tower sites and county boat Landings. This is not an exhaustive list of job responsibilities and therefore other duties may be assigned:
Administrative Functions:

• Primary role of the position is to install new docks in all Chippewa County parks in time for the 2024 park season.
• Does a variety of on-site work as directed, including both hand work and operation and use of heavy equipment associated with the development, maintenance, and repair of Park infrastructure, Tower sites, , boat landings, and game habitat structures, etc.
• Perform major maintenance and repairs to structures and facilities in the County parks as well as development of new facilities, including construction of smaller wood frame buildings, boat landings, pavilions, beaches and small concrete flat work projects. Assists park caretakers in the opening and closing of the parks and minor maintenance activities to include painting, placement of signs, picnic tables, swimming buoys, etc., and their removal.
• Perform minor repairs, service work and diagnose equipment repair needs on Forest and Parks Department equipment and machinery, i.e.: chain saws, hand tools, tractor, dump truck, skid steer, dozer, boom mower, back-hoe, ATVs, UTVs, snowmobile, boat, lawn tractors, trailers, aerators, etc.
• Construct and install signs and steel gates. Complete repairs on existing ones for use in the County Parks, Cut and supply firewood to the parks and deliver other supplies to parks as needed.
• Maintain the Forest and Parks shop area at Cornell, and its contents therein.
• Safely operate all tools and equipment, and must satisfactorily complete all required safety training.

Community Relations Functions:

• Provide timely and friendly customer service to park patrons and members of the public.

Customers:

• All elected officials and County employees
• All citizens that have business with and / or visit any of the County facilities that we manage
• User Groups, WI-DNR and / or any other agencies or officials that have a need or question

Team Members:

• Employees of the F&P Division
• Architects, engineers and contractors (professional services)
• Volunteers
• F&P Committee & County Board
• Employee members of the Department of Administration
• Numerous other County, City and state offices and / or departments (Zoning, LC&FM, Sheriff's Dept. CFPD, CFFD, WI-DNR)
• Multiple User Groups and Organizations ( Hunters Education, NRA, Otter Lake Booster Club, Stanley School System, Lake Holcombe Improvement Ass., Xcel Energy, Stanley Sportsman Club, etc.

Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required at the time of hire or for the continuation of employment.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Four (4) years construction, forestry, or small engine maintenance work required.
• Associates Degree in the construction field, forestry, or small engine maintenance technology desired.
• Minimum of two (2) years equipment operation preferred (skid steer, back hoe, dump truck, loader, etc.).

• A valid Wisconsin CDL license preferred

• A cell phone is required.

Pre-employment and Post- Offer Testing

• Successfully pass a post-employment-offer physical exam and agility test.
• Failure to pass these will result in the employment offer being revoked.

No benefits are offered for this position.
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Which of the following best describes your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

02
Please list degree field (if applicable):
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Do you have four (4) years construction, forest, or small engine maintenance work?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please describe your experience:
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Do you have a minimum of two (2) years equipment operation (skid steer, back hoe, dump truck, loader, etc.)?

• Yes
• No

06
If yes, please describe your experience:
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Do you have any experience in dock instillation?

• Yes
• No

08
If yes, please describe your experience:
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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

10
Do you have a Class A CDL?

• Yes
• No

11
If you have a Class A CDL, please list all restrictions:
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Have you ever been asked to separate employment or have you been discharged?

• Yes
• No

13
If yes, please provide details:
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The Dock Installation position will begin: April 15th 2024 until the end of June 2024; unless all of the dock installations are completed sooner. Are you willing and able to work during this time?

• Yes
• No

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A maximum of 175 hours is allotted for the installation of the New Docks. A minimum of 15 hours per week is required. 40 hours per week is preferred. Are you willing and able to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

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How many hours per week are you available to work?
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This position will work outdoors in all types of weather. Are you willing and able to do this?

• Yes
• No

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Employment as a 2024 Seasonal Parks Maintenance Technician - Dock Installation is contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment testing that includes: basic exam, agility screening, and DOT Drug Test (if applicable). If offered a position, are you willing to undergo this pre-employment screening?

• Yes
• No

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Interviews for the 2024 Seasonal Parks Maintenance Technician - Docks Installation will be conducted on Thursday, February 15th and Friday, February 16th 2024. Are you available to interview on either of these days?

• Yes
• No

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