City of Lake Alfred is Hiring a Parks Service Worker III Near Alfred, FL
Parks & Recreation Service Worker III $17.76 per hour, Employer Paid Health Insurance, Retirement, Paid Time OffGENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for managing daily tasks as provided by the Parks and Recreation Superintendent. Must be skilled and able to act on behalf of the Superintendent in his absence. Responsible for the repairs and maintenance of the city parks, ball fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, and all other recreational facilities. Required to participate in all City sponsored special events. Accountable to and works under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Director. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Acts on behalf of the Superintendent in his absence, communicating with the Parks & Recreation Director and directing personnel
Maintains city parks, ballfields, basketball courts, tennis courts, and all other city recreational facilities
Manages all daily tasks as provided by the Superintendent
Performs heavy manual labor such as digging, lifting objects or equipment, spraying, painting, repair of irrigation systems and other manual labor
Operate vehicles and powered equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, chain saws, backhoes, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws
Mow or edge lawns using power mowers or edgers
Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls
Maintain or repair tools, equipment, irrigation, or structures, such as buildings, greenhouses, fences, or benches, using hand or power tools
Mix and spray or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, or trees using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders
Properly maintain sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other grounds features
Works occasionally on weekends, nights, holidays, and special events
Minor facility maintenance: assembling, installing, or repairing wiring, electrical orelectronic components, pipe systems, irrigation systems, plumbing, painting, machinery, or equipment
Position may be designated mission critical
Performs other related work as required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of all equipment, tools, and supplies required to complete projects
Knowledge of irrigation systems and repair and maintenance methods
Knowledge of team leadership and working towards the completion of common goals & objectives
Ability to operate lawn equipment
Ability to operate large and heavy equipment
Ability to communicate and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to interact with the public and co-workers in a courteous, efficient, and effective manner
Ability to think critically and provide solutions to problems as they arise
High school graduate or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma required
Two (2) plus years’ experience in lawn maintenance or similar work-related field
Supervisory or Team Lead experience preferred
LICENSES, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION:
Valid Class “B” CDL Florida Driver’s License required or attained within one year of hire
Florida Pesticide Applicator License preferred or must be obtained within one year of hire
Failure to maintain required certifications may be cause for termination
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:
Acceptable eyesight (with or without corrective lenses
Acceptable hearing (with or without a hearing aid)
Requires physical strength and agility sufficient to safely perform heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, standing, squatting, and use of all manual and electric tools required to complete all work assignments
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work in an outdoor environment and occasional nights and weekends. Wears common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, or life jackets as necessary. Powered by JazzHR e6mLWLpHBi