Parks Maintenance Worker I

Parks Maintenance Assistant

This position assists in the maintenance of city parks and recreation facilities.

Job Domains

Assists in the maintenance of city parks, athletic fields, and related facilities; mows grass and cuts weeds; assists in preparing athletic fields for play.

Installs and maintains landscaping; applies mulch; plants flowers and other plants.

Assists in the installation and repair of irrigation systems.

Removes litter and debris from playgrounds, parking lots, pavilions, and other park facilities; empties trash receptacles.

Assists in preparing for tournaments, special events, and programs.

Trims, removes and provides care for trees, bushes and ornamental plants.

Assists in the repair and maintenance of tools and equipment.

Assists with minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.

Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment, including hand and power tools.

Performs related duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of parks and grounds maintenance principles and practices.

Knowledge of athletic field maintenance principles.

Knowledge of turf management principles.

Skill in the use of hand and power tools.

Skill in the use of a variety of grounds maintenance tools and equipment.

Skill in problem solving.

Skill in interpersonal relations.

Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The Parks Maintenance Supervisor or Landscape Supervisor assigns work in terms of somewhat general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and establishes procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES Guidelines include city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of related maintenance duties. Inclement weather contributes to the complexity of the work.

The purpose of this position is to assist in the maintenance of city parks and recreation facilities. Successful performance in this position contributes to provision of safe and well-maintained parks.

CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with coworkers, other city personnel, vendors, and the general public.

Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or GED.

Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position. Preferred one to two years' experience.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.