Position will be open until filled.

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, performs unskilled general labor and maintenance work for City parks, streets, facilities and infrastructure in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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 irrigation systems and water lines, signage, playground equipment and other park amenities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Operates and maintains a variety of specialized equipment and performs general manual labor tasks in order to maintain parks, streets, infrastructure and City facilities as assigned; duties will vary according to job assignment and individual skills; responds to emergencies as needed.
• Performs maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Operates and maintains a variety of tools and specialized equipment.
• Assists in the repair and maintenance of parks and roadways; maintains landscaping and grounds; clears trash, brush, weeds and debris from roadways, structures, grounds and facilities.
• Cleans and maintains City facilities; makes minor facility repairs; assists with the construction of new facilities and installation of equipment.
• Cleans and stores hazardous materials according to City policy and procedures.
• Periodically provides some over-time and services on weekends and holidays.
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm to include some weekends and holidays, (30-minute lunch).
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent; and prefer two years of general work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver License with a good driving record.
• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.

Required Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Required Skill in:

• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors.
• Ability to perform strenuous labor for extended periods of time; to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Requires constant physical efforts, and ability to lift and carry up to 117 pounds.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.