Grounds Crew Member - DDW

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Pay $25.97 per hour

Part Time

Temporary

Job Summary

This is a temporary, part-time position within the Denver Day Works (DDW) program, which provides low barrier, supported employment opportunities for individuals experiencing homelessness. Grounds Crew Members will assist with maintenance and stewardship duties while receiving support to pursue long-term housing and employment goals.

Primary Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These duties and responsibilities will be rated on the Annual Performance Review.

• Pick up and properly dispose of litter and debris from designated park areas.

• Sweep sidewalks and paved surfaces using broom and dustpan.

• Maintain flower and plant beds, including weeding and general upkeep.

• Assist with power washing surfaces as directed by Parks staff.

• Engage respectfully with park visitors and provide information about the DDW program.

Additional Responsibilities

• Wear provided identification clothing and follow all safety procedures.

• Use tools and equipment responsibly, returning them in good condition.

Qualifications: Education, Experience, and Certification(s)

• Ability to perform manual labor and outdoor maintenance tasks.

• Willingness to work as part of a team and follow directions.

• Comfort engaging with members of the public.

• Interest in personal development and future employment opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.

* Ability to communicate clearly with the Field Lead, team members, and park visitors.

* Basic ability to tell time and understand shift durations.

* No advanced math skills are required.

* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple instructions.

* Ability to identify when to seek help from a supervisor in unexpected or unclear situations.

* Able to work outside in Colorado weather during all seasons

* Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, and lift up to 50 lbs

* Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds regularly.

* Must be comfortable performing physical labor outdoors in various weather conditions.

Supervision Received:

Close Supervision: The incumbent is assigned duties according to specified procedure and receives detailed instructions. Work is checked frequently.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Outdoor public park setting.

• Exposure to weather elements including sun, wind, and rain.

• Team-based environment with support from a dedicated supervisor.

• Tools, safety gear, and identifying clothing will be provided.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is an outdoor position with limited shelter from seasonal weather.

* Outdoor public park setting.

* Exposure to weather elements including sun, wind, and rain.

* Team-based environment with support from a dedicated supervisor.

* Tools, safety gear, and identifying clothing will be provided.

What We Offer - for Benefit Eligible Employees May Include:

Because ServiceSource hires the best people, we work hard to provide benefits that make their lives better, so we offer a comprehensive benefit program which features:

• Health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.

• Financial protection with 100% company paid Disability, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.

• A 403(b)-Retirement plan in which the company matches dollar for dollar on a generous percentage matching up to 3% of your contribution.

• Tax advantages through Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts that allow you to pay for specific healthcare and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

• To help you manage your work and life needs, we offer an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, and Tuition Assistance.

• A generous paid time-off program in which the benefits increase based on your tenure with the company.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, making employment decisions without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and transgender status), national origin, age (40 or older), veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are an E-Verify Employer and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment background checks are required for all employment positions.

PAY TRANSPARENCY POLICY STATEMENT:

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information