Splash Pad Attendant

Salary : $33,737.60 - $40,497.60 Annually
Location : Brooksville, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 14471
Department: Community Services
Division: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A


Description


Semi-skilled manual labor in connection with general maintenance and upkeep of parks and park facilities. Incumbent will perform a variety of maintenance work and light construction tasks, as well as assist the public and ensure public safety at county parks. Incumbent will be responsible for the daily operation of the Anderson Snow splash park. Must be able to work a flexible schedule that will include weekends and holidays. The principal location and schedule that is assigned to this position has the potential to change due to operational needs of the department.

Examples of Duties


The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility but shall not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

• Weekend overtime may be required as well as rotation on-call; Weekend, holiday, and shift work required.
• Provides excellent customer service with the ability to communicate effectively.
• Performs custodial duties and maintenance within parks; cleans and restocks restrooms multiple times daily.
• Maintains appearance of the park and grounds (i.e., removal of trash and debris, weeds and rakes grounds) including parking lot, beach, boat ramp, showers, picnic area, playground area, volleyball courts, sports fields etc.
• General Maintenance of the Splash Park Facility to include monitoring of the filtration systems.
• Performs basic repairs and maintenance on park fixtures and facilities and playground equipment to include a variety of fences; performs minor construction and maintenance on athletic fields and courts.
• Performs field maintenance using small equipment; Mows, trims, edges sods and waters grounds, operates most equipment associated with lawn/turf maintenance; trims and removes trees.
• Performs painting tasks on park amenities and buildings.
• Transports equipment used in daily activities from site to site.
• Raises and lowers flag each day.
• May be assigned to parks other than the splash pad to assist with general maintenance during off slower months.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Regular attendance required.

Emergency Response:
County employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description. Employees may request an exemption from this requirement by submitting the appropriate exemption form, subject to review and approval.

Typical Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED).
• One (1) to two (2) years of experience in performing manual labor.

A combination of education, training and experience may be substituted at the County's discretion.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida and be insurable by current insurance carrier, or valid Florida Identification Card is acceptable only for positions not required to drive a county vehicle.
• This position is subject to the Hepatitis B Vaccine when necessary.
• Certified Pool Operator certification required within 90 days.
• NIMS ICS 100, 200, & 700 required within 90 days.

Required Competencies

• Knowledge of:
  • safe, efficient, and effective use of maintenance equipment.
  • material control in reference to waste, misuse, needs and stock.
• Ability to:
  • recognize safety hazards and enforce safety regulations and precautions.
  • establish and maintain good working relationships with departments, associates and the general public.
  • work independently without close supervision and make sound judgment decisions.
  • understand, interpret and carry out oral and written instructions.

Supplemental Information


Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Acceptable eyesight (with or without corrective lenses), walking, balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, handling, lifting, repetitive motion, speaking, visual acuity, standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, driving, equipment operation, eye, hand and foot coordination.
• Work is heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Works outdoors in various weather conditions with potential exposure to dust, dirt, noise, heavy rains and wind, and vibration.

Pay Grade: 1
Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on policy, education, skill, experience level and internal equity.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Hernando County BOCC provides to veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIEMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED.
All applications will be carefully reviewed to evaluate qualifications and overall suitability for the position. The relevance, scope, and length of related work experience, training, and education outlined in the application and resume will be considered during the screening process. Selected applicants will be contacted to participate in interviews. Candidates are encouraged to clearly document all pertinent experience, including relevant knowledge, skills, or abilities gained outside of traditional employment, in the additional information section of the application.

Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.
Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.
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Our benefits are designed to enhance your work and life balance, as well as the community we serve.

Hernando County offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees including health care, dental, vision, Florida Retirement System (FRS), voluntary deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, and paid time off plans.

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01


Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Professional degree
• Doctorate degree

02


Do you possess a valid Florida driver license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire in good standing?

• Yes
• No

03


Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?

• Yes
• No

04


This position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions. Are you able to perform duties outdoors for extended periods?

• Yes
• No

05


This position requires regular interaction with guests. Please describe your communication style when assisting the public.
Required Question