The City of Norman is searching for Parks Temporary Laborers! We are committed to our mission of "Working Together to Deliver Exceptional Service" for the residents and businesses of Norman.  Our employees enjoy competitive pay and the satisfaction of doing work that helps make Norman a great place to live, work and play. If you are ready to join our team, please read position details below and apply today!

Salary: $14.00 per hour (Non-Exempt) Work Period: 40 hours per week. Shifts vary between 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Recruitment Period: Open Until Filled

Education and Experience: Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age. Licenses:  Valid Oklahoma driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record. 

Skills: Ability to be polite and informative with children and citizens that are utilizing the park where they are working. Ability to drive a pickup with care, they will be working in areas where children are playing.  Ability to perform general maintenance work.  Ability to work in extreme heat.  Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to maintain regular, predictable and punctual attendance.

Essential Functions:  Restroom cleaning and trash cleanup will be the main duties and responsibilities.  Work in general park maintenance areas including but not limited to: athletic field maintenance, small mowing crews, playground repair, flowerbed maintenance, and forestry work.  Other duties and maintenance responsibilities will depend on the weather.

Mental and Physical Abilities:  Must have strength to pull, lift, push 50 pound objects on a frequent basis and up to 75 pounds (such as a bag of cement) on an infrequent basis; flexibility to bend, twist, and reach; mobility to climb, crawl, and walk; dexterity to operate machinery and tools on uneven surfaces, etc.; and stamina to exert self throughout the day in all weather conditions. Working Conditions:  Position may include any or all of the following:  Much of the work is performed in inclement weather and during all seasons.  Some work is performed in confined areas, on slick and wet surfaces.  Employees are exposed to vibrations, loud continuous noise, offensive smells, dust, dirt, and water.  Exposed to injury from moving equipment, insect bites, poisonous plants, flying objects, slippery surfaces, and hazardous materials. 

Additional Information:  For contact purposes, selected applicant must provide a telephone number. Selected applicant must pass background investigation, physical examination and drug screen.