Parks Maintenance Worker - Part time

Job Announcement Position: Part‑Time Department: Maintenance Job Opening Date: June 5, 2026 Location: Parks Deadline: Open Until Filled Position Type: Part Time Salary Range: $18.75 - $19.50 The Greater Vallejo Recreation District is a Special Service District that has been serving area residents for over sixty years. As a Special Service District, GVRD operates as a separate government agency from the City of Vallejo. GVRD manages 407 acres of public park space including 20 neighborhood parks, 10 community parks, 6 special purpose parks, an Olympic‑size swimming pool, and 4 community centers. GVRD maintains over 1,000 acres of public land. Job Description Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Under general supervision, the employee assists the full‑time maintenance crew in all aspects of grounds and facility maintenance in the assigned area; performs a variety of minor repairs including irrigation systems, building and ball fields; performs routine maintenance on equipment; and performs a variety of technical tasks as directed. Receive immediate supervision from higher level maintenance staff. Essential Functions Assist the full‑time maintenance crew in all aspects of park, facility, and building maintenance as directed. Maintain landscaping in district parks, grounds, and buildings using hand and power tools; prune shrubs and trees; mow and edge lawns and fields. Perform minor repairs on irrigation systems; dig holes to expose irrigation pipe; repair as needed. Clean park grounds, buildings, and facilities; clean restrooms, offices, and empty trash receptacles; haul trash and debris. Inspect walls, sidewalks, and play equipment for graffiti and remove as directed. Inspect play equipment for unsafe structures and hazards; repair as necessary or refer to supervisor. Prepare baseball and softball fields in advance of games, including watering, dragging the infields, chalking lines, setting out bases, cleaning dugouts and bleachers, and emptying trash. Perform turf maintenance functions on turf areas including mowing, fertilizing, aerating, top‑dressing, and overseeing as directed. Perform routine maintenance on work trucks; wash and detail trucks. Work day or evening hours, and assigned weekends and holidays. Marginal Functions Provide support as needed for various recreation programs. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Basic methods and techniques of general construction, grounds maintenance, and custodial work. Basic operational characteristics of mechanical equipment and tools used in the area of work assigned. Ability To Learn to perform a variety of maintenance, construction, custodial, and repair work in the area of work assigned. Learn fertilizer composition and application; plant identification, care, pruning, and maintenance practices. Learn mowing techniques and operation of a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner. Perform heavy manual labor and a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Maintain mental capacity that allows effective interaction and communication with others. Experience And Education Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Typical ways to obtain knowledge and ability include: Experience Some general maintenance experience performing similar maintenance work within park, landscaped areas and building facilities is desirable. Education Graduation from High School or equivalent. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required. Working Conditions Environmental Conditions Field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions; work around slippery or uneven surfaces, and around heavy construction equipment. Physical Conditions Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for heavy lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crawling; working at heights; standing for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized vehicles and equipment. FLSA: Non‑exempt Equal Opportunity Employer GVRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military status of such person. “Building community and enhancing quality of life through people, parks, and programs.” #J-18808-Ljbffr