Parks Maintenance Worker

Overview

The purpose of this position is to perform manual labor within the assigned division. Depending on area of assignment, this role may be responsible for maintenance and parks, landscaped grounds, playgrounds, facilities, special events, and/or construction projects.

• Performs semi-skilled and skilled tasks including installations, inspections, repairs and maintenance at assigned locations. Performs special winter work projects as required.
• Operates, maintains, inspects, troubleshoots, and performs minor repairs of various equipment including hand and mechanical tools and motorized equipment.
• Sets up work zones as appropriate and ensures safety procedures and proper use of safety equipment at all times.
• Provides general maintenance support to special events.
• Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.

• 8th grade education and 5 years experience required in a similar field, OR high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Over one year up to and including three years of experience is preferred.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, holidays and weekends as needed. Subject to “stand by" duty.

• CDL - This position is classified as a DOT position and is subject to drug and alcohol testing, ongoing driver record checks, and is subject to all U.S. DOT regulations during the course of employment.
• Non CDL - This position is classified as a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment.

• Must possess a valid Texas class "C" driver’s license or higher with good driving record and ability to maintain while employed.

Work involves extreme exposure to disagreeable elements and extreme weather conditions. Involves continuous outdoor work with frequent exposure to poor weather conditions. Physical demands include frequent lifting of heavy objects weighing 50 lbs. Continuous physical exertion, requiring heavy muscular effort with resulting fatigue of arms, back or sensory facilities. Sufficient physical stamina to walk a majority of the workday. Extensive bending, stooping, and climbing.

Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a criminal background check, drug and alcohol test and a motor vehicle review. For a CDL, employment is conditional upon successful completion of a criminal background check, drug and alcohol test, motor vehicle review, and must pass a DOT-regulated drug/alcohol test and successfully complete the FMCSA Clearinghouse background Check.

Work requires regular interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.