What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks & Facilities Maintenance Worker II position at City of Pleasant Hill?
Parks and Facilities Maintenance Worker II
Department: Parks amp; Facilities
Department: Parks amp; Facilities
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Pay Grade: 18
Supervisor: Parks amp; Facilities Director
Created/Updated: 2/20/2020
Summary of Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Parks and Facilities Supervisor, performs all maintenance duties and is charged with the general upkeep of the City parks and facilities with a specific emphasis on Park grounds, i.e. lawns, landscaping, playgrounds, ballfields etc.
Example of duties:
Supervisor: Parks amp; Facilities Director
Created/Updated: 2/20/2020
Summary of Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Parks and Facilities Supervisor, performs all maintenance duties and is charged with the general upkeep of the City parks and facilities with a specific emphasis on Park grounds, i.e. lawns, landscaping, playgrounds, ballfields etc.
Example of duties:
- Prepares parks and facilities daily for users (Clean restrooms, remove trash, etc)
- Act as City Arborist, conducting tree inventories as well as planting, watering, pruning, and removals
- Provide Landscape care including planting and maintaining shrubs, perennials, annual flower displays, mulching, weed control, and irrigation systems.
- Responsible for the lawncare of City Parks, ballfields and facilities. Working to improve the health, quality and appearance of the lawns
- Conduct Playground and park inspections and evaluations and conducts the necessary maintenance to ensure the safety of park and facility users
- Relates parks and facilities issues to supervisor
- Operates equipment safely and efficiently
- Removes snow and ice from city facilities during winter months
- Performs all other related duties as assigned
Desirable Minimum Qualifications:
An acceptable combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:
- Must be able to obtain basic first aid/CPR certification within 180 days
- Must be able to obtain a Chemical/Pesticide applicators license within 180 days
- May be required to obtain a valid class B Commercial License
- Skills in operating a variety of light duty maintenance equipment including tractors zero-turn mowers, chainsaws and weed-eaters
- Ability to understand, analyze and implement ideas and concepts
- Ability to establish good working relationships with the public, fellow employees, and supervisors.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High School diploma or equivalent
- One year of experience in the field of parks and facilities or other related field required
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
Environment amp; Hazards:
- Conditions: Works in all weather, extreme heat/cold, and rapid temperature changes.
- Noise: Very loud; requires shouting to be heard at times.
- Hazards: Moving parts and vehicles, electricity, heights, and chemicals.
Lifting amp; Physical Force:
- Frequent: Lift 25 lbs floor-to-waist; push/pull 25lbs horizontally.
- Occasional: Lift 50 lbs floor-to-shoulder (up to 45 in); carry 50 lbs up to 100 ft.
- Actions: Grip, climb, reach (forward/overhead), bend, crouch, and kneel.
Vision amp; Operations:
- Vision: Clear enough to check work quality and inspect facilities.
Starting wage of $16.00 - $19.00/hr is dependent on experience and skills. The City provides a generous benefit program including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and paid vacation and sick leave. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City provides a LAGERS L-6 retirement plan with no employee contributions.
For full consideration, please apply by August 17th. We will begin reviewing applications on this date.
Salary : $16 - $19