Seasonal Parks Worker (Summer 2026)

Outagamie County

Parks Worker-Seasonal (2026)

SALARY

$14.86-15.92 Hourly

LOCATION

Appleton, WI

JOB TYPE

Seasonal

JOB NUMBER

2603450

DEPARTMENT

Parks Seasonal

OPENING DATE

02/05/2026

TYPICAL WORK HOURS/SHIFT:

Monday-Friday- 7am-3:30pm may require a couple weekends with possibilities of overtime

Outagamie County Core Values

Invested in Serving

Better Together

Create Progress

Support Through Compassion
 

Position Purpose

The Seasonal Parks Worker assists in the maintenance of the grounds, facilities, and equipment of the Outagamie County Parks System. 

HOURS: Monday-Friday- 7am-3:30pm may require a couple weekends with possibilities of overtime
Non-benefit eligible position

 

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.  
 

• Cuts grass, trims trees and shrubs and performs other horticultural tasks.
• Maintains and cleans buildings, restrooms and the grounds, and assists in the upkeep of all recreation areas as requested.
• Assists in the installation and maintenance of playground equipment, park benches, picnic tables and other park equipment.
• Paints benches, picnic tables, facilities and buildings as needed.
• Performs landscaping duties including planting or moving trees, shrubs, and laying sod.
• May operate heavy or light equipment and assist with their maintenance and repair if qualifications allow.
• Constructs and maintains signs, piers, fishing docks and small bridges.
• Must work 3 weekends caring for, feeding and cleaning up after the animals at the Children's Farm.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old or older.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain
• Must have the ability to lift items, carry, and move items up to 50 lbs. or more several times per shift.

Required or Preferred Skills

Grounds maintenance (mowing, trimming, landscaping, and general upkeep)

Operation of hand tools, power tools, and light equipment

Basic maintenance and repair skills

Knowledge of safety procedures and proper equipment use

Physical stamina for lifting, walking, and manual labor

Attention to detail and pride in maintaining public spaces

Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team

Customer service and public interaction skills

Dependability, punctuality, and strong work ethic

Work Environment:

Outdoor county park setting with exposure to varying weather conditions

Physical work requiring walking, standing, bending, and lifting

Work may occur on uneven terrain and natural surfaces

Interaction with park visitors and staff throughout the day

Noise exposure from equipment, vehicles, and public activity

Schedule may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.