Light Equipment Operator Leisure and Recreation Dept.

The City of Grovetown is currently accepting applicants for a Light Equipment Operator in our Leisure and Recreation Department. This position pays $18.79 per hour. All full-time employees are eligible for 100% paid medical insurance dental coverage life insurance short term disability and paid retirement.

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to perform daily tasks associated with the cleaning and maintenance of parks buildings and beautification of designated rights-of-way clearing trash and debris operating small engine equipment power tools and light trucks and performing heavy physical labor under adverse conditions. This position requires training and experience normally associated with 6-12 months in a similar position.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Works as a member of the Leisure and Recreation crew

Picks up heavy trash and cleans areas

Cuts grass bushes and clears undergrowth as needed

Cleans ballfield areas and performs needed maintenance

Operates lights (on/off) as needed in lighted recreation areas

Sets up tents chairs and other equipment as needed for special events

Lines ballfields as needed

Packs supplies needed at job site(s)

Reacts to storms and other emergencies and assists other departments as needed

Beautifies areas of the City by planting flowers and shrubs as well as installing and/or removing decorations

Takes corrective action on missing and/or damaged signs

Properly uses safety equipment and materials as required

Keeps equipment and vehicles in good operating order

Performs routine and special inspections of all equipment and vehicles according to OSHA and other guidelines

Properly reports issues damage etc. through the proper process and to the proper parties

Participates in preparation work for special events of the City

Performs other duties as assigned or required of the program

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of City geography including City maps/streets/locations

Knowledge of appropriate materials used in daily operation of the department

Knowledge of City policies and procedures related to operation of the department

Skills in operating small engine equipment such as lawn mowers weed eaters edgers and other landscape maintenance and installation machinery and equipment

Skills in safe operation and driving of light and heavy trucks as well as other equipment and vehicles the City may acquire

Skills in maintaining large and small equipment

Skills in using hand tools and power tools such as chainsaws pole saws and other similar power tools

Skills in performing basic safety regulations

Skills in proactively noticing safety hazards in parks and recreation areas and correcting any problem(s) noted

Ability to be cross-trained to perform other related duties

Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time

Ability to train other employees

Ability to understand oral and written instructions

Ability to read write speak and communicate in the English language fluently and proficiently

Abilities and skills to deal courteously and tactfully with fellow employees and the general public

Abilities and skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees officials contractors vendors and the general public

Complexity: Incumbent follows established rules guidelines and policies and may make suggestions for updates or changes. Incumbent must have the ability to understand the scope functions and job duties with minimal instruction. The job is complex due to the number of areas to be cleaned and serviced each week.

Contacts: Contacts are generally with City employees and members of the general public. The purpose of these contacts is to render services and to provide or exchange information to the general public.

Guidelines: Guidelines of the program are clear and specific and may require minimal interpretation. Grant guidelines are clear and specific. Incumbent receives instructions from work orders and verbal and/or written commands from the supervisor and/or the Director.

Physical Demands: This position requires frequent lifting of items weighing more than 50 pounds bending stooping crouching crawling and climbing. Incumbent must be in good physical condition and possess a high degree of manual dexterity. Incumbent must able to tolerate long periods of time working in extreme heat or cold and other adverse weather conditions.

Supervisory Controls: This position works under the direct supervision of the Facilities Manager/Supervisor and receives training from the same. Work is somewhat routine and work details are explained at the beginning of the work assignment. The supervisor would monitor work performance during and after work assignment(s).

Work Environment: Work is typically performed outdoors in parks and recreation areas and/or rights-of-way. Incumbent is exposed to noise traffic grease oil fuel gas flammables dirt dirty water unsanitary/contaminated trash smoke rotting leaves trees other vegetation chemicals heat humidity and other hazardous items. Incumbent is exposed to severe weather conditions in an uncontrolled environment.

Requirements:

Employee must possess and maintain a valid state drivers license

Employee must have at least six months experience working in similar public setting; a combination of certifications training and experience may be accepted

Employee must possess a high school diploma

Shift work is required

Employee must be at least 18 years of age

Employee subject to a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Employee is subject to random drug screens

Employee must follow all policies rules and regulations of the City

Submit a completed City application and supporting documents to Human Resources City of Grovetown P.O. Box 120 Grovetown GA 30813 or email to

The City of Grovetown is an equal opportunity employer and abides by ADA.

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