Parks Maintenance Tech I

Job Summary

Responsible for providing basic maintenance of lawns by irrigating, mowing, edging, hand trimming, fertilizing. Other responsibilities include public safety, overseeing park rentals, monitoring restrooms, preparing areas for seed or sod. Operate riding mower, lawn sweeper, utility vehicle, tractor as needed. Performs related work as directed.

Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintains athletic fields using appropriate lawn care procedures including aeration, dragging fields, mowing, stripping of playing surfaces, setting bases in position, spot addressing weeds, and re-setting pitchers mounds
• Maintains park common areas, trees and shrubs by planting, pruning, watering, weeding and cleaning shrub plantings; prepare flower beds for growing annuals and bulbs
• Administers maintenance on park buildings and amenities, mends fencing, and repairs vandalism damage
• Plants, maintains, trims, prunes hedges and removes papers and other debris which accumulate in the hedges; sweeps up dirt and debris, cleans around trash compactors, and collects rubbish left in the parks
• Maintains surface drainage by keeping catch basins free of debris during heavy rain storms
• Maintains a high level of customer service; establishes a working relationship with staff and park users; communicates ball fields, pavilions, and other facility closures
• Monitors and cleans bathrooms
• Maintains and keeps a clean and safe environment in Parks and Recreation parks and facilities
• Supervises seasonal and/or volunteer personnel; coordinates work activities, organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work to subordinates
• Assists with the planning, implementation, setup, and breakdown of various countywide special events

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Education equivalent to a high school diploma. Special Qualifications: Must possess satisfactory results of a criminal history background check. Must possess and maintain a valid Virginia driver's license. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the regulations, standards, policies, and procedures of park maintenance
• Knowledge of the safety practices applicable to operating handheld equipment needed for park maintenance
• Ability to operate various office equipment such as a computer, fax, phone, etc.
• Ability to express orally and in writing
• Ability to exercise tact and courtesy when dealing with customers
• Ability to perform mathematical operations
• Ability to reference data such as policy manuals and regulations
• Ability to perform the highest level of customer service
• Ability to work in a team environment

Working Conditions & Disclaimer

WORK ENVIRONMENT Essential functions are regularly performed in an outdoor setting. May require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, humidity, rain, temperature, and noise extremes. Work environment exposes employee to potential injuries and exposure to various chemicals. Disclaimer The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications as required of employees assigned to this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. General Sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all County policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to the policies.