Park Maintenance Worker I/II

Description

Park Maintenance Worker I Annual Salary: $47,751.18 - $58,041.57

Park Maintenance Worker II Annual Salary: $52,526.24 - $63,846.02

Examples of Duties

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Maintain plantings and grounds, recreation and play areas, and irrigation systems.

Water, weed, trim, renovate, and fertilize lawns, shrubs, trees, and flower beds.

Operate a variety of power-driven equipment such as tractors, mowers, aerial lifts, and loaders.

Rake leaves, clean walks, fields, courts, and other facilities; load trimmings on trucks.

Spade and otherwise cultivate ground around plants and shrubs, including mixing and applying fertilizers, insecticides, and herbicides.

Plant and maintain trees, flowers, and shrubs.

May purchase minor supplies and plantings.

Pick up rubbish and paper; perform general grounds cleaning.

Maintain and prepare athletic fields.

Maintain batting cages and field netting.

Maintain, upgrade, and install irrigation systems; troubleshoot controllers and electronic valves.

Drive vehicles used to transport materials, tools, and equipment as required; clean and maintain park maintenance equipment.

Assist in moving and installing park and recreation equipment such as bleachers, backstops, and playground equipment.

Assist and train less experienced personnel.

Respond to inquiries from the general public.

Control weeds.

May provide lead supervision to less experienced and temporary park maintenance employees.

Maintain swimming pools; clean filters and check water quality.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other city employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Park Maintenance Worker I

Knowledge of:

Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in park maintenance work.

Principles and practices of work safety.

Basic construction and repair methods.

Ability to:

On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.

Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; lift or carry weight of 75 pounds or less.

Perform semi-skilled park maintenance work.

Learn to operate a variety of park maintenance mechanical equipment.

Learn to mix and apply herbicides and fertilizers.

Perform heavy manual labor.

Provide general assistance to the public.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Some park maintenance experience is desirable.

Training:

Formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

Park Maintenance Worker II

In addition to the qualifications required for Park Maintenance Worker I:

Knowledge of:

Plant and turf pests and diseases and methods for their control and eradication.

Proper and effective use of landscape maintenance tools, equipment and materials.

Mechanics of irrigation and sprinkler systems.

Proper pruning methods.

Watering, fertilizing, and spraying of plants, turf, and trees.

Purposes and uses of a variety of equipment and tools used in park maintenance.

Safety precautions in the use and maintenance of power mowers and other equipment.

Ability to:

Perform semi-skilled and skilled park maintenance work, which may include installation of irrigation systems, play equipment, and park construction work.

Operate a variety of light and heavy equipment, including mowers.

Mix and apply herbicides and pesticides.

Competently care for plants, shrubs, turf, and trees; properly water, fertilize, and spray.

Read and interpret plans and diagrams.

Work independently and assume responsibility for an assigned area.

Keep records neatly and accurately.

Train less experienced personnel.

Perform light carpentry, plumbing, and painting work.

Experience and Training

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two years of experience in park, pool, tree, or related maintenance work similar to a Parks Maintenance Worker I with the city of Davis.

Training:

Formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid Class “C” California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of, or successful acquisition within probationary period, a valid certification in American Red Cross CPR, First Aid and AED to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a valid California State Pesticide Applicators Certificate, desirable.
• Possession of a valid National Playground Inspector’s Certificate (NPSI) designation by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), desirable.

CITY OF DAVIS
BENEFIT SUMMARY SHEET

DCEA



Leave Time

• 3 Weeks of Vacation Per Year to start (increases with years of service)
• 2 Floating Holidays per fiscal year (pro-rated for new hires)
• 13 paid Holidays
• Sick Leave: Accrual of 8 hours per month / 12 days per year.
• Parental Leave - 2 Months Paid Parental Leave Available After 1 Year of Employment.

• 125 Cafeteria Plan.
  • The city contributes an amount up to 100% of the CalPERS Kaiser rate by category. The 2026 CalPERS Kaiser monthly rates by category are listed below.
    • Employee Only – $1,168.86
    • Employee Plus One – $2,337.72
    • Family Rate – $3,039.04
  • The city contributes the premium for the family rate of the City’s self-funded dental plan
    • 2026 monthly premium for family is $210.00
• Up to $500 Cash-in-lieu Per Month if Opting Out of Medical & Dental
• Option to purchase Vision Insurance

• 30k Employer Paid
• Voluntary/Supplemental Coverage Available for Purchase
  • The new hire guarantee issue amount is $200,000

• CalPERS Pension
  • 2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS Members
  • 2% at 62 for PEPRA Members (membership date of 1/1/2013 or later)
• The City participates in Medicare (1.45% employee deduction).
• The City does not participate in Social Security
• Survivor Benefit
  • The city contracts with the Public Employees Retirement System for the 1959 Survivor Benefit Level Four (4).
    

• Longevity Pay
  • 2.5% at 10 years of service
  • 2.5% at 20 years of service for a maximum of 5%.
• Retiree Health Contribution
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible spending accounts available
• City paid long term disability program
• Access to purchase supplemental benefits including short term disability insurance, accident insurance, and additional life insurance products, etc.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans Available, including Roth Options
• City paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bicycle and Computer Loan Programs Available (upon successful completion of probation)