Maintenance Worker I - Parks bei City of La Vista

Love working outdoors? Take pride in keeping things tidy and beautiful? Want an opportunity where you can be part of a great team and contribute to the community?  The City of La Vista's Public Works department has got the perfect job for you! See the attached job description for full details on responsibilities and qualifications.

As a Maintenance Worker I with our Parks team, you will be performing a variety of tasks to ensure the city parks, athletic fields, and recreational facilities are well-kept and safe for public use including:

• Mowing, weeding, trimming, and landscaping
• Assisting with repairs to park structures, benches, and equipment
• Inspecting and cleaning facilities as well as collecting and disposing of litter/trash
• Performing event setup and takedown
• Preparing athletic fields for games
• Helping with snow removal and providing support to the other Public Works teams as needed

Qualifications and skills needed:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Possess a valid driver's license 
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
• Strong work ethic, good attitude, and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain regular and dependable attendance 

This is a full-time position working Monday - Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (Labor Day to Memorial Day) and from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm (Memorial Day to Labor Day).  

Note: A background check, physical examination, and drug screen will follow all conditional offers of employment.

Below is a listing of some of the benefits that are available to our full-time employees:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal days per year
• Training opportunities and tuition waiver
• Performance based pay plan
• Recreation Center and Library memberships free of charge