Part Time Seasonal Public Works Technician
Cityofluverne, Saint Paul, MN, United States
Part Time Seasonal Public Works Technician
Department:
Public Works
Compensation:
$16.91/hour
Hours:
7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday or part-time as needed
Category:
Seasonal, not to last beyond the Summer Season
Deadline:
Open until filled, first review May 11, 2026
Pre-employment Background Screening: Employment is conditional upon successful passage of a criminal history background check.
Position Details
Under the technical supervision of the Public Works Director, the Part Time Public Works Technician performs unskilled routine maintenance work with city parks, grounds, buildings, and equipment.
Job Duties and Essential Functions
Maintain grass, trees, shrubs, and other vegetation in and around parks and recreation facilities.
Maintain and operate assigned hand tools and personal equipment.
Assist in maintaining City parks and roads.
Ensure equipment is in adequate condition before use and report any malfunctions.
Perform minor maintenance operations on vehicles.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
City of Luverne employees should seek to uphold the City’s core values throughout their day‑to‑day business and with every person they encounter, both internal and external.
Employee Core Values
Excellence
Visionary
Collaborative
Respectful
Responsible
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication customer service skills.
Knowledge and ability to maintain and repair equipment.
Ability to work independently and as a team.
Ability to follow written and oral instruction.
Ability to perform hard manual labor.
Ability to operate light to medium equipment such as a lawn mower and small utility tractor.
Education, Experience, and Licenses
Minimum Qualifications
16 years of age.
A valid Minnesota Class D Driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications
Experience performing manual and maintenance work.
Complexity
Processes, procedures, or software vary from one assignment to the next, although assignments are related in function and objective.
Supervision
This position carries out a group of procedures using the general methods and desired results that the supervisor indicates. This position selects from among the most appropriate of several guidelines, makes minor adjustments to methods, and refers unforeseen situations to others for solution. No coordination of work with other individuals.
Impact
Work affects the overall efficiency and image of the organization on matters of significance.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The role involves indoor and outdoor work, in various weather conditions, and potential exposure to irritants, fumes, and hazardous chemicals. Must be able to work odd hours, split shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary. Limited lifting of 80lbs is required.
Activities that occur constantly (5–8 hours/shift): hearing, eye/hand/foot coordination.
Activities that occur frequently (2–5 hours/shift): standing, walking, talking, repetitive motions, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling.
Activities that occur occasionally (up to 2 hours/shift): sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling.
Activities that occur rarely: NA.
Core Competencies
Teamwork and communication.
Accountability.
Infrastructure management.
Emergency management.
Managing Resources.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals employed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and qualifications required of personnel in this job. The employer may and reserves its right to change the job description and establish, modify or eliminate job duties and responsibilities and jobs at its discretion with or without notice.
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Department:
Public Works
Compensation:
$16.91/hour
Hours:
7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday or part-time as needed
Category:
Seasonal, not to last beyond the Summer Season
Deadline:
Open until filled, first review May 11, 2026
Pre-employment Background Screening: Employment is conditional upon successful passage of a criminal history background check.
Position Details
Under the technical supervision of the Public Works Director, the Part Time Public Works Technician performs unskilled routine maintenance work with city parks, grounds, buildings, and equipment.
Job Duties and Essential Functions
Maintain grass, trees, shrubs, and other vegetation in and around parks and recreation facilities.
Maintain and operate assigned hand tools and personal equipment.
Assist in maintaining City parks and roads.
Ensure equipment is in adequate condition before use and report any malfunctions.
Perform minor maintenance operations on vehicles.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
City of Luverne employees should seek to uphold the City’s core values throughout their day‑to‑day business and with every person they encounter, both internal and external.
Employee Core Values
Excellence
Visionary
Collaborative
Respectful
Responsible
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication customer service skills.
Knowledge and ability to maintain and repair equipment.
Ability to work independently and as a team.
Ability to follow written and oral instruction.
Ability to perform hard manual labor.
Ability to operate light to medium equipment such as a lawn mower and small utility tractor.
Education, Experience, and Licenses
Minimum Qualifications
16 years of age.
A valid Minnesota Class D Driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications
Experience performing manual and maintenance work.
Complexity
Processes, procedures, or software vary from one assignment to the next, although assignments are related in function and objective.
Supervision
This position carries out a group of procedures using the general methods and desired results that the supervisor indicates. This position selects from among the most appropriate of several guidelines, makes minor adjustments to methods, and refers unforeseen situations to others for solution. No coordination of work with other individuals.
Impact
Work affects the overall efficiency and image of the organization on matters of significance.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The role involves indoor and outdoor work, in various weather conditions, and potential exposure to irritants, fumes, and hazardous chemicals. Must be able to work odd hours, split shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary. Limited lifting of 80lbs is required.
Activities that occur constantly (5–8 hours/shift): hearing, eye/hand/foot coordination.
Activities that occur frequently (2–5 hours/shift): standing, walking, talking, repetitive motions, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling.
Activities that occur occasionally (up to 2 hours/shift): sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling.
Activities that occur rarely: NA.
Core Competencies
Teamwork and communication.
Accountability.
Infrastructure management.
Emergency management.
Managing Resources.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals employed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and qualifications required of personnel in this job. The employer may and reserves its right to change the job description and establish, modify or eliminate job duties and responsibilities and jobs at its discretion with or without notice.
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