Park Maintenance Worker II

Job Overview Under supervision, Park Maintenance Worker II's perform grounds maintenance and related construction and repair in and around parks, recreation areas, and public facilities. Incumbents are responsible for a defined geographical segment in a park, recreation area, or public facility. Park Maintenance Worker II's also perform specialized maintenance activities, or limited lead duties over Park Maintenance Worker I's or temporary help. This position is typically used by the Department of Regional Parks and the Department of Airports. Knowledge The proper methods of planting, cultivating, and caring for hedges, trees, shrubs, lawns and flowers Use and care of gardening materials, tools, and equipment used in maintenance and repair of park and recreation facilities Fundamentals of basic plumbing, masonry, and carpentry work The methods and materials used in controlling or eradicating plant diseases and insect pests Common safety practices and procedures Ability Work independently in performing skilled and semi‑skilled grounds maintenance and repair work Lead and instruct the work of others Operate and maintain power equipment and vehicles, such as tractors and attachments Use and care for hand and power tools Recognize common plant diseases and insect pests Perform heavy manual labor Identify potential safety hazards Understand and follow written and oral instructions Count, add, subtract, and multiply two digit whole numbers Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary to satisfactorily perform the work Minimum Qualifications Either: One year of full‑time experience performing the duties of a Park Maintenance Worker I in Sacramento County service. Or: Two years of full‑time paid experience performing general grounds maintenance and repair work that can be directly related to the knowledge and abilities prescribed for the class of Park Maintenance Worker II. Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full‑time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part‑time paid experience may be accumulated and pro‑rated to meet the total experience requirements. Special Requirements Driver’s License: Park Maintenance Worker II's are required to possess or have the ability to obtain a valid California Driver License, Class 3 (Class C) or higher, before date of appointment. Ability to obtain a Class 1 or 2 (Class A or B) California Driver License may be required of some jobs. Physical Requirements: Park Maintenance Worker II's must be able to perform heavy physical labor such as: Lift, carry, push and pull heavy objects such as cement and fertilizer bags. Walk, stand, stoop and crouch for long periods. Climb ladders. Dig ditches and post holes. Minimum Age Requirement: Applicants must be eighteen years of age prior to appointment because of the hazards of the job, as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Working Conditions: Incumbents in this class must be willing to work on weekends, evenings and holidays, to work outdoors in all kinds of weather, and to work at various locations throughout the County. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Equal Opportunity Statement We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io, CA Relay 711. For more information, visit the Reasonable Accommodation Requests page. #J-18808-Ljbffr