Maintenance Worker (Facilities) - Parks

  • Type:Full Time
  • Salary/Pay Rate:$21,000 Annually
  • Posted Date:04/27/2015

Duties:

  • Responsible for the development and maintenance of park areas.
  • Cleans public restrooms, picks up litter, removes graffiti, inspects playgrounds, and collects trash from assigned areas.
  • Inspects park facilities for vandalism and reports in writing on a daily basis.
  • Perform landscaping duties such as mowing, weed eating, tree removal and/or pruning.
  • Performs gardening duties such as planting and weeding of flower beds.
  • May make minor repairs such as painting, light carpentry, and minor plumbing.
  • May spray herbicides or pesticides to control weeds, insects, or diseases in trees, flower beds, and, or lawn areas.
  • May assist in installing and/or repairing irrigations systems and water lines, signage, playground equipment and other park amenities.
  • Operates and service equipment and vehicles in assigned work areas.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Periodically provides services on weekends and holidays.
  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm to include some weekends and holidays, (30 minute lunch).

Minimum Standards & Essential Job Functions:

  • Skill in operating various tools and machines used in grounds maintenance work.
  • Two years experience in performing ground maintenance or any combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to perform strenuous labor for extended periods of time; to work in extreme weather conditions; lift 117 lbs, and understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • A valid Texas driver’s license with a good driving record is required.
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