Operation Specialist - Grounds Maintenance 2B

Hiring Range: $17.74 - $20.41 Part-Time 2B position (1,000-1,500 hours annually) Open until filled.

JOB SUMMARY

The Park Operations Specialist performs skilled work in several areas of the Parks and Recreation Department. Reporting to either a Recreation Coordinator, Park Manager or Grounds Manager, the Park Operations Specialist works under general supervision sufficient to monitor progress and assess achievement of key performance indicators.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Performs skilled work in focused and concentrated areas of the Parks and Recreation Department.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

Under general supervision an employee in this class performs skilled work involving various areas of parks and recreation. Such areas are defined as Train Operator; Splash Pad Operator; Building Attendants, AV and Technical Operators, Shuttle Operator, Bus Driver, Athletic Specialist, or Concessions Supervisors. An employee in this class performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Park Operations Specialist specifically includes: Assists with grounds maintenance, including, but not limited to, mowing, trimming, litter pick-up and trash collection Ability to operate of equipment such as utility vehicles or tool-cat after training and safety requirements are met Assists with routine cleaning and custodial duties Provides manual labor assistance associated with special events, including concerts, movies including transporting equipment or operation of tool-cat to load/unload General Duties of All Enforces rules and regulations at parks and facilities. Performs routine cleaning and custodial duties. Performs related tasks as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Working and detailed knowledge of the specific operation in one or more of the concentrated areas of this position is required. Some supervisory experience is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and training. Must be certified in First Aid and CPR or have the ability to pass certification course. Must have the ability to get along well with others; and the ability to work unusual hours, especially nights and weekends. Must pass a criminal background check.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

High school graduate or GED; must be at least 18 years of age. Valid NC driver's license or ability to obtain prior to hire and a safe driving history is also required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

If operating a City vehicle a NC Class C driver's license is required for the entire duration of employment. 2B positions require a minimum of 24 hours/week

JOB RELATED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS:

This is work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires reaching, walking, stooping, crouching, standing, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Kannapolis