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Seasonal Park/Downtown Maintenance

at City of Independence in Independence, Kansas, United States

Job Description

The City of Independence will accept applications at KansasWorks, 2615 W Main St, Suite 111, Independence, KS 67301, for seasonal maintenance work at Riverside Park and Ralph Mitchell Zoo, Central Park Sports Complex, and the Downtown Historic Business District.


JOB DUTIES: This ad serves to hire temporary workers (June through October) that will work under the supervision and direction of the full-time park staff. Applicants will be responsible for watering newly planted trees and hanging baskets in the historic business district, trees at the Central Park Sports Complex, and all urns and flowers within Riverside Park and Ralph Mitchell Zoo.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to perform manual labor related to grounds and landscape maintenance.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures and consistently lift over fifty pounds.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.
• Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Must be at least 18 years of age

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until filled.

NOTE: Final applicants will be required to pass a drug screening and background check.

SALARY: $14.58 per hour.

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Job Posting: 13582329

Posted On: Jun 02, 2026

Updated On: Jun 02, 2026

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