Lawn & Garden Crew Member - OKC Fair Park

Company:                  Oklahoma State Fair, Inc.

Position Title:            Lawn & Garden Crew Member

Department:              OKC Fair Park

Reports To:               Lawn & Garden Supervisor

Supervises:               N/A

Classification:           Full-Time, Hourly

Pay Range:                $11/hr (dependent upon experience)

Job Responsibilities

• Perform general lawn, garden and landscaping duties per the directives of the Supervisor including, but not limited to mowing, spraying, watering, weeding, pruning, planting and plant/tree removal/relocation.
• Operate and maintain job-related tools and equipment including, but not limited to clippers, pruners, mowers, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, tractors, loaders and other gardening tools and heavy equipment.
• Work in various capacities with barns and grounds crews during the off season.
• Assist in other departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

General Requirements

• Utilize task prioritization and effective time management skills to meet frequent and competing deadlines in a high-volume, high-stress environment.
• Perform detailed work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment handling multiple tasks with flexibility in a calm, professional manner.
• Effectively communicate with others in a clear, business-like, respectful and personable manner focused on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative environment.
• Maintain high standards of appearance and grooming (i.e., clean, wrinkle free clothing, proper uniform/attire, close attention to personal hygiene).
• Meet the company standard for excellent attendance, job reliability, diligence and dedication.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Speak, read and write in English.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Extended hours, nights and weekends may be required during peak periods.
• Frequent or continual movement from place to place with normal physical mobility, covering long distances with ease, managing assigned tasks throughout various indoor and outdoor locations within and around the property and in potentially inclement/severe weather conditions.
• Regularly lift, carry and put away items weighing up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and carry heavier items and/or assist others in lifting heavier objects, as job demands.
• Walk and/or stand for extended periods in addition to other prolonged physical exertions including seeing, hearing, reaching, grasping, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, crouching, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in awkward positions and tight areas may be required.

Benefits

• A 401(k) program is available once the employee meets the eligibility requirements for participation.
• Based on job classification, additional benefits that may be offered include Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, Life, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Various Supplemental Insurances.