Parks Maintenance Worker

General Statement of Duties

Performs responsible semi-skilled work in the maintenance and care of parks, ball fields, track fields, nature trails, playgrounds, shelter, recreation centers and related facilities in the Parks and Recreation Department.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks involving light equipment operation and basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry and electric repairs at recreation facilities and grounds. Work involves operating riding and tractor mowers to cut grass; picking up trash; clearing limbs, trimming and other horticultural tasks; cleaning grounds and facilities; seeding and maintaining fields; and performing basic carpentry, electric and plumbing and playground equipment repair. Judgment and initiative in the inspection of equipment and related facilities and equipment operation are required. Employees must be able to perform manual labor, as well as semi-skilled duties, and abide by safety rules and regulations. The employee usually has a designated area to maintain, but also works as a part of a crew; the employee may lead seasonal part time worker(s) in parks mowing and maintenance, and reviews work in progress and upon completion Work subjects the employee to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, hazards associated with parks maintenance work, fumes, odors, dust, mists and oils. Duties involving trash maintenance and public accidents may result in exposure to human body fluids and thus the work is subject to the OSHA requirements on bloodborne pathogens. Work is performed under general supervision of the Parks Maintenance Supervisor, and is evaluated through observation of facilities and parks, discussion, and public acceptance.

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Performs grounds maintenance including mowing grass, trimming shrubs and trees, watering and assisting with horticultural practices such as fertilization and planting; seeds and fertilizes fields; clears brush and re-mulches trails.
• Cleans parks buildings including bathrooms; floors, and gym, and picks up trash in buildings and in the parks.
• Performs maintenance, minor construction, and repair duties on recreational facilities such as painting and repairing buildings and concessions, playgrounds, picnic areas, and other recreational areas; repairs plumbing and performs basic replacement masonry work.
• Operates riding mowers, weed eaters, variety of hand and power tools, and other maintenance equipment; drives truck; may assist with operating boom truck to set up for special events and hanging banners or other medium equipment on limited basis.
• Prepares for special events, sets up bleachers, stages, tables, chairs and sound systems, tents, trash receptacles, booths, etc.
• Checks equipment for safety, changes oil; greases fittings.
• May lead community service workers in mowing and other parks maintenance duties; assures that work is accomplished according to departmental and safety standards and that facilities are free of public hazards.
• May return to duties on weekends to clean prior to or after facilities rentals.
• Maintains a log documenting daily activity.

Additional Job Duties

Performs related duties as required

Desirable Education and Experience

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and some related experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities, preferably including some experience in operating similar equipment and in related maintenance trade skills.

Knowledges, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment utilized in the parks and recreation maintenance.
• Working knowledge of the work hazards, related liabilities, and applicable safety standards associated with assigned work.
• Skill in the operation of assigned equipment and tools.
• Ability to oversee and review work activities of part time maintenance staff.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, superiors, and citizens involved in sporting and recreational activities.
• Ability to engage in heavy manual labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to exercise courtesy and tact in dealing with the public.