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How much do metroparks seasonal jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for metroparks seasonal in the United States is $15.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Metroparks Seasonal?

To thrive as a Metroparks Seasonal employee, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, basic knowledge of park operations, and a willingness to work outdoors. Familiarity with maintenance tools, landscaping equipment, or reservation systems is often required, depending on the specific assignment. Strong customer service skills, reliability, and teamwork help individuals excel when interacting with park visitors and colleagues. These skills ensure safe, enjoyable park experiences for guests and contribute to the effective upkeep and operation of park facilities.

What are common challenges faced by Metroparks Seasonal employees, and how can they be managed?

Metroparks Seasonal employees often work outdoors in varying weather conditions, which can present challenges such as heat, rain, or cold. Adapting to a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, is also common due to the nature of park operations. Effective time management and teamwork are essential to complete maintenance tasks, assist visitors, and support special events. Staying prepared with appropriate clothing, staying hydrated, and communicating regularly with supervisors can help manage these challenges and ensure a positive experience.

What is a Metroparks Seasonal?

Metroparks Seasonal jobs are temporary positions offered by Metroparks organizations, typically during the spring, summer, and fall months. These roles can include park maintenance, customer service, recreation programs, lifeguarding, and groundskeeping. Seasonal employees help ensure park facilities are clean, safe, and enjoyable for visitors. These jobs are ideal for students, retirees, or anyone seeking short-term work outdoors in a community setting.

What is the difference between Metroparks Seasonal vs Metroparks Park Ranger?

AspectMetroparks SeasonalMetroparks Park Ranger
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require certifications in first aid or CPRHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications in first aid, CPR, and law enforcement or park management often preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor parks, recreational areas, seasonal shifts, variable weatherOutdoor parks, enforcement duties, public interaction, variable weather
Employer & Industry UsagePart-time or temporary roles in park districts or conservation agenciesFull-time or seasonal enforcement and educational roles within park services

Metroparks Seasonal positions are typically temporary, focusing on park maintenance, visitor assistance, or event support, requiring basic certifications. In contrast, Metroparks Park Rangers have more responsibilities, including enforcement, safety, and educational duties, often requiring additional certifications and experience. Both roles work outdoors in park environments but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Metroparks Seasonal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $33,031 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Horticultural Assistant

Metropolitan Park District of the Toledo Area

Toledo, OH • On-site

$13.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Description:

Join Metroparks Toledo as a Seasonal Horticultural Assistant. In this role, you keep our landscaped areas of the parks beautiful. You’ll help enhance the natural surroundings at parks that thousands of people enjoy every day. You play a big role in ensuring we maintain our “Clean, Safe, and Natural” promise.


Day in the Life?

Every day is different. You may be maintaining our landscaped areas, updating plant inventory, maintaining shop equipment and tools, or supporting the broader Park Services team.


Here’s why we think you’ll love working at Metroparks

  • Field experience in horticultural helps grow your skills.
  • Monthly set schedule so you can plan your life.
  • Competitive pay, health care, and retirement benefits. Read more here.
  • Grow your career by advancing to a Horticulture Technician.

You’ll love this job if

  • You are aesthetically minded and want to learn more about horticulture.
  • You like working outdoors in all kinds of weather.
  • You enjoy hands-on work with a wide variety of plants.

Job Summary

Advance Metroparks Toledo’s core conservation mission by performing a variety of garden maintenance and plant care in landscaped areas. Learn about and assist with horticultural duties within Metroparks and on Metroparks properties.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist Year-Round Horticulture Staff by performing basic garden maintenance and plant care, including planting, pruning, weeding, watering, deadheading, edging, mulching, tilling, and composting.
  • Assist with plant recordkeeping and plant labeling.
  • Control invasive species by applying pesticides and herbicides to specific identified plant species under the supervision of a licensed applicator.
  • Assist with greenhouse production [primarily Toledo Botanical Garden].
  • Assist horticultural staff coordinate work activities for volunteers and other groups.
  • Safely drive park vehicles between work assignments on park trails and roadways.
  • Support broader park services team by performing various maintenance duties, such as cleaning restrooms, picking up litter, trash removal, and special event set-up and clean-up.
  • Respond to customer questions, comments and suggestions in a courteous and timely way.
  • Other Park District duties as assigned.

Equipment Used

  • General office equipment
  • Software & Apps: Microsoft Office Suite
  • Maintenance Equipment: lawn equipment, power and hand tools, irrigation equipment, greenhouse equipment, high and low volume chemical dispensing systems
  • Vehicles: on & off road trucks, UTVs

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

  • Length of employment varies based on need. Generally, March – December. Employment will not exceed 1,480 hours in a calendar year.
  • Schedule: 30–40-hour work week. 4 or 5 days/week, 8-hour shift. 6am – 2:30pm. May require work on the weekends and/or holidays
  • Home Work Location: Glass City
  • May require business use of personal vehicle to travel between Metroparks locations.
  • Extensive outdoor physical labor exposed to climate extremes, inclement weather, stinging insects, dust and pollen, and herbicides.
  • Requires frequent lifting and carrying of up to 35 pounds and occasional lifting over 50 pounds.
  • Requires ability to walk and work outdoors for extended periods of time in all types of weather including extreme heat and cold. Must be able to move about off trail over uneven ground and in wooded areas while carrying equipment.
Requirements:
  1. Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
  2. Education: High School Diploma or GED
  3. Experience: No prior experience required. 6 months experience in landscaping, greenhouses, or horticulture, preferred.
  4. Certifications: Must obtain the following certifications within 2 weeks of employment and fulfill requalification and recertification requirements:
  • Pesticide Trained Service Person

Alternates to the position requirements may be made as Metroparks finds appropriate and acceptable.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated appreciation for enhancing quality of life and conserving the region’s natural resources through clean, safe and natural parks and open spaces.


Knowledge

  • Some knowledge of the operating procedures and tools used in garden maintenance
  • Some knowledge of plant identification

Skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills.
  • Demonstrated computer skills.

Abilities

  • Ability to learn proper horticultural practices.
  • Ability to learn how to safely operate landscaping tools and equipment.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective professional relationships with all stakeholders, including employees, volunteers and the general public.
  • Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with speed and accuracy under the pressure of deadlines.
  • Ability to comply with all safety rules and regulations.
  • Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.

Metroparks Toledo is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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