Campground Maintenance Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description Purpose of Position: The Campground Maintenance position provides daily maintenance to an assigned Clark County Forestry and Parks campgrounds or shop facility by cleaning and maintaining the campgrounds or any recreation trail system and facilities. Examples of Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position and this list is not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Operate light equipment such as trucks, UTV, riding lawn mower, push lawn mower, weed trimmer, leaf blower etc. Use hand tools such as rakes, shovels, hoe, and axes to conduct basic landscaping duties. Use common cleaning supplies to maintain cleanliness in facilities located inside the campground.

Remove ash from campsite fire pits and transport to ash bunkers. Place reservation signs on correct campsite posts for incoming campground users. Maintain friendly disposition toward public.

Provide basic campground knowledge to campground users. Maintain a neat and clean personal appearance at all times while on duty. Assist management with enforcement of county ordinances, rules and regulations.

Issue receipts for product sales. Assist with Forestry and Parks operations as assigned. Typical Qualifications Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions This position requires knowledge usually acquired in high school.

One to three years of experience in customer service, park maintenance or janitorial services is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered. Seasonal dam operator; the ability to operate the dam gates at times outside of the regular workday, potentially during the night hours.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of County policies, procedures and practices. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to utilize time and manage workload effectively and efficiently.

Computer and Office Equipment Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including personal computer, digital telephone, fax machine, calculator, copy machine, camera, etc. Ability to operate in Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Word and Excel. Mathematical Ability Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as item purchases and reservation fees.

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Language Ability, Interpersonal Communication Skills, and Other Knowledge and Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to speak effectively, organize ideas and communicate messages appropriately before and to groups of customer or employees of the organization. Ability to find meaning of unknown or technical words and phrases. Ability to ask questions when needed.

Ability to listen carefully to what a person says, noting tone of voice and other body language to understand content and feelings being expressed and respond in a way that shows understanding of what is said. Social & Cultural Diversity Abilities Ability to show understanding, friendliness, and respect for the feelings of others. Ability to assert oneself appropriately; stand up for yourself and your ideas in a firm, positive way.

Ability to work cooperatively with others; contribute to the group with ideas and effort. Ability to do own share of tasks necessary to complete project. Ability to encourage team members by listening to them, providing support, and offering tips for success, as appropriate.

Ability to resolve differences for the benefits of the team. Ability to provide input on existing procedures, policies, or authorities to improve the department. Ability to work well with people having different ethnic, social, or educational backgrounds.

Ability to understand one's own culture and those of others and how they differ. Ability to respect the rights of others while helping them make cultural adjustments where necessary. Self- Management Abilities Ability to assess your own knowledge and skills accurately.

Ability to give a high level of effort toward reaching goals. Ability to work hard to become excellent at job tasks. Pay attention to details.

Concentrate on doing tasks well, even unpleasant ones. Ability to display high standards of attendance, honesty, energy, and optimism. Reasoning Abilities Maintain safe work practices for employees and the general public.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to identify and deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to create and implement goals while generating alternative solutions for reaching goals.

Environmental Adaptability Ability to work outdoors in inclement conditions. Maintain safe work practices for employees and the general public. Ability to interact positively with public and others.

Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.