Department:

Parks Recreation & Natural Resources

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Do you enjoy working outdoors and have a talent for minor repairs and general upkeep? Siesta Beach has been ranked the #1 beach time and time again and we could not maintain this reputation without our dedicated parks department. Join our talented pool of Trades Workers with this entry-level role, assisting with cleaning, minor repairs, invasive species removal, coastal restoration, event support and general upkeep of the beach. This position starts out at $17.33/hr (Step 01), benefits begin within 60 days of hire, and there are numerous opportunities for advancement. Apply today and know that your position ensures both a clean and safe environment for both our residents and guests alike!

About the Position

This role performs routine cleaning and daily operational duties, light to heavy physical labor (supplementing the maintenance and upkeep of assigned parks and grounds) and utilizes small tools and minor equipment. Examples of job responsibilities can be found below:

• Daily general maintenance, minor repairs, cleaning and upkeep of Siesta Beach. This includes daily and deep cleaning, trash removal, litter picking, and other duties associated with upkeep and maintenance.

• Areas assigned can include, but are not limited to, beaches, picnic areas, parking lots, playgrounds, open areas in/around the park, restroom facilities, open beaches, and buildings.

• Perform limited and semi-skilled trades work such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical and other skilled trades in facility and park structures.

• Ensure routine maintenance, inspections (helping to diagnose issues/concerns), and tasks are completed in an efficient timeframe, as assigned.

• Serve on scheduled programs, events and summer camps (as assigned) via the setup, take down and operation of said events.

• Provide excellent customer service, answering questions/concerns in a timely manner, and communicating with supervisor appropriate issues/concerns.

• Maintain visitor safety and protection duties: communicating rules, regulations, and generating compliance within the beach visitors. When necessary, work with supervisors and law enforcement partner on issues/concerns associated with beach violations.

• Aid Environmental Specialists with duties and tasks for resource management projects.

As part of the supplemental grounds maintenance you must be comfortable to operate and care for small equipment such as: lawn mowers, weed eaters, edgers, leaf blowers, chainsaws, pressure washers, etc.

About the Schedule

Work Hours:

• Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

• Must be available Sunday - Saturday, 5:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

• Hours are typically 1st shift, however, work hours and days are to be determined based upon Division needs.

• Nights, weekends, and holiday work may be required.

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent education.

• One year of experience as a semi-skilled laborer in the care and maintenance of parks, landscape, or other similar grounds.

• Valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.

Physical Demands: This position must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Employees can use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessive poundage of 50(+) lbs.

About Everything Else

Starting Pay: $17.33/hr (Step 01)

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, you will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

• If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)

Benefits:

• Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! C hoose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!

• For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net (https://www.scgov.net/government/human-resources/employee-health-and-benefits) for additional information.

• Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.

• Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​

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Do you like leaving things better than you found them? We serve the greater good! Our team is here to make Sarasota the premier community to live, work and play!

Sarasota has 37 miles of award-winning beaches, over 80 parks and 100 golf courses, and is known as the cultural capital of Florida with museums of art, theaters, an aquarium, botanical gardens and the annual international film festival. Unsurpassed beauty, rich cultural offering, diverse educational opportunities, wide-ranging recreational possibilities make Sarasota a great place to live and work!

We believe in work-life balance with a generous leave plan.

“US News & World Report: Sarasota is No. 1 in Florida and No. 18 in the country for best place to live.”

We need YOU to help create wonderful experiences for residents and vacationing guests enjoying Sarasota! Apply today!