Seasonal Maintenance Workers

Salary: $15.45 - $18.54 HourlyLocation : Ramsey City Hall, MNJob Type: Temporary SeasonalJob Number: 452-14Department: Public WorksOpening Date: 02/23/2026Primary Objective of PositionSeasonal Maintenance Workers Make a Difference in Our Community Spring, Summer, and Fall!Are you looking for a temporary position and like working outdoors? The City of Ramsey seeks hardworking and motivated individuals to join our team as Seasonal Maintenance Workers. This is your opportunity to contribute to the beauty, safety, and functionality of our streets, parks, trails, and facilities.What You'll Do:Maintain streets, park grounds, trails, buildings, and related facilitiesTake on tasks like mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, and landscaping projectsKeep athletic fields in top shape and ensure public spaces stay clean and inviting by picking up trashAssist with street and utilities maintenance, helping to keep our community running smoothlyWhat to Expect:Temporary, non-union positions working up to 40 hours per weekMonday through Friday schedule, 7:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.Positions begin in April or May and may extend through the fall months, depending on workload and availability under Minnesota Public Employment Labor Relations (PELRA) guidelines.While these positions are temporary, they offer a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience and make a visible impact on the community. Please note that there is no guarantee of further employment after the season concludes.Submit your application today! Interviews will be scheduled shortly after applications are received. Don't miss your chance to be part of a team that keeps our community thriving and beautiful.Minimum QualificationsMust be 17 years of age and older on your first day of employmentMust possess a high school diploma, GED or be a current studentMust have a valid Minnesota driver's license in good standingMust have the ability to work independently with limited supervisionMust have the ability to work in a variety of weather conditions including cold or hot temperatures, high humidity, wind, or rainMust have the ability to finish work in a timely and efficient mannerMust have the ability to get along with others including supervisors and coworkersDesired Qualifications:Previous experience working for a municipality or countyPrevious paid professional experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or constructionEssential Job FunctionsMowing and trimming of City owned parks and trailsPerform landscaping duties, including planting trees, shrubs, and flowersPruning trees and shrubsMaintaining athletic fields (baseball, softball, soccer), including field striping and draggingAssisting with park irrigationPerform basic carpentry, construction, painting, and repair work on City facilities and propertyCollect trash from parks, trails, roadsides, and other public areasOperating equipment including mowers, weed-whips, saws, pruners, and related toolsPerform basic vehicle maintenance (e.g., oil and fluid checks)Street maintenanceUtilities maintenancePerform other duties within the capabilities of the seasonal worker as assigned by a supervisor or lead workerKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExperience mowing grass using push or ride-on equipmentWorking knowledge of lawn mowersExperience using weed whipsExperience using pruning equipmentExperience using hand tools (e.g., pruners, shovels, hammers, etc.)Basic knowledge of carpentry, construction, and/or paintingAbility to safely operate equipment and follow safety proceduresThis position is not eligible for benefits.01Are you 17 years of age or older?YesI will be by June 1, 2026No02Do you possess a high school diploma, GED or are you a current high school student?I possess a high school diploma or GEDI am currently in high schoolNo03Do you possess a valid Minnesota driver's license in good standing?YesI have a learner's permitNo04Do you have any experience mowing grass?At least 1 year of experience2 to 3 years of experience4 to 6 years of experience7+ years of experienceNo experience05Do you have any paid professional experience in landscaping?At least 1 year of experience2 to 3 years of experience4 to 6 years of experience7+ years of experienceNo experience06From the list below, check the equipment that you have experience using or have experience with the maintenance of this type of equipment.Push MowersRiding MowersZero Turn MowersCommercial MowersWeed WhipsHedge PrunersChain SawsPole SawsPower Pole SawsHand-held SawsNo experience with any of the above07Do you possess any paid experience in construction?At least 1 year of experience2 to 3 years of experience4 to 6 years of experience7+ years of experienceNo experience08Do you possess any paid experience in pothole patching?At least 1 year of experience2 to 3 years of experience4 to 6 years of experience7+ years of experienceNo experience09Do you possess any paid experience flushing fire hydrants?Less than 1 year of experience2 to 3 years of experience4 to 6 years of experience7+ years of experienceNo experience10Have you ever worked for a municipality (a city), county or state office?YesNo11If you answered yes to the question above, please tell us where you worked in the space below.12If you are hired, when could you start working for the City of Ramsey?13How many hours per week can you work? Please know that these positions generally work 40 hours per week.40 hours per week (5 days at 8 hours)32 hours per week (4 days at 8 hours)14I certify that all of my answers to the above questions are true, and I understand that any false information provided (or omission of information) will be cause for rejection of my status as a candidate for this opening.YesNo15Do you wish to apply for Veterans' Preference points?VETERANS' PREFERENCE POINTS CANNOT BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION. ATTACH COPY OF "VETERAN'S DD214 COPY 2, 4 or 6), OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION VERIFYING MILITARY SERVICE. DOCUMENTATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE OF THE POSTING IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED (VETERAN IS DEFINED BY MINN. STAT. § 197.447).YesNo