Downtown Service Worker (Part-time)

May 21, 2026

The Town of Wendell is seeking a Downtown Service Worker - to work as a Part-time Public Work Specialist. The Downtown Service Worker will assist in the beautification and cleanliness of the Town’s downtown area. The Downtown Service Worker is a part-time position reporting directly to the Public Works Crew Leader for Building and Grounds. <ul type="disc"><li>Perform general landscape maintenance 3 days per week<li>Mowing, blowing, fertilization, trimming, edging, pruning bushes, mulch and pine straw, etc<li>Ability to operate machinery<li>Work outdoors in various weather conditions<li>Reports any damaged equipment or low inventory items to Supervisor.<li>Attends all staff training prior to start. <li>Operates a Town vehicle and related tools and equipment. <li>Wears appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) such as safety vest, gloves, glasses etc. as required and as needed in the performance of the position.<li>Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</ul> Responsibilities: <ul type="disc"><li>Provide upkeep of facility grounds or highway right-of-way by mowing, weed-eating, bush-hogging, spraying herbicides, and weeding by hand<li>Install and water plants and prune trees and shrubs<li>Operate machinery, including a Zero-Turn mower, tractor, string trimmer, edger, and backpack blower<li>Drive a commercial truck with trailer and haul materials and equipment under 26,000 pounds (non-CDL)<li>Perform preventative equipment maintenance, including replacing worn or damaged parts, sharpening blades, and greasing machinery<li>Operate snow removal equipment to maintain sidewalks, parking lots, and driveways</ul>Assist the Town of Wendell in cleanup and repair during inclement weather situations<ul style="margin-bottom: 3.0pt;"><li>General knowledge of how to clean using applicable tools and appropriate cleaning solutions and supplies.<li>Skill in the operation of light equipment and tools utilized in the work. <li>Ability to maintain the downtown to specific standards.<li>Considerable knowledge of the work hazards and applicable safety standards associated with maintaining (emptying and cleaning) of trash receptacles, downtown dumpster enclosures, sidewalks, grassy areas, and downtown infrastructure. <li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.<li>Ability to interact appropriately with downtown business owners, citizens, and visitors.</ul>Graduation from High School and/or experience in maintaining grounds and facilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Requirements A valid Driver's License. FLSA StatusThe Downtown Service Worker is a part-time temporary position with the Town of Wendell and is not subject to overtime pay. DisclaimerThis job specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in a temporary, part-time position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job.

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