Position Purpose: The purpose of this position is to assist the Facilities Manager with maintenance of the Palisade patio by planting and watering flowers, weeding, trimming, sweeping and general cleaning tasks.

Supervisor: Facilities Manager/Palisade Branch Manager

Responsibilities, Duties, Functions, Tasks (what must be completed to achieve the goals):

• General landscaping tasks such as watering, weeding, trimming and labor including sweeping floors and trash pickup.
• Safe use of tools, return tools and supplies to storage after tasks are completed
• Report any maintenance issues, damages, major concerns and emergencies to staff
• Report hours to Volunteer Coordinator using Galaxy (online portal) or log sheet by the 10 th of each month

Qualifications (minimum experience, skills, education, knowledge):

• Must be at least 18-years-old
• Detail-oriented, ability to follow directions
• Interest in gardening with some previous experience
• Experience with landscaping tools and some specialty tools
• General knowledge of cleaning equipment

Requirements:

• Interview with Volunteer Coordinator, review of handbook and signed waivers
• Physical ability to push, lift, bend, kneel, pull and spend time in varying weather conditions.