What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Tech I position at City of Rawlins?
The City of Rawlins is currently seeking applications for the position of: **Parks Technician I**.
The Green Space Technician performs work to maintain parks, green belts, cemetery and similar facilities throughout the city. They maintain courts, playgrounds, irrigation systems and landscaping. They assist with tree trimming, painting facilities, basic carpentry and plumbing as needed. They prepare the grounds for events such as Music in the Park and reunions.
Qualifications include High School diploma or equivalent. Driver's license required. Full-time position starting at 35,027.20 $. Full benefits.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs a variety of entry level skilled and semi-skilled duties related to the construction, installation, maintenance, upkeep and repair of parks buildings, cemetery, recreation facilities, parks grounds and general environs.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Parks Superintendent or Parks Maintenance Operator III while in training or on a project-by-project basis.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Provides close to general supervision to Parks Maintenance Operator(s), I and Part Time, Seasonal Workers as assigned.
Essential Functions
Day-to-Day Functions: Performs general building maintenance; constructs and maintains small buildings, and storage facilities; assures proper operation of lighting fixtures, doors, windows and plumbing; may assist in framing, painting, roofing, fencing or other skilled construction and maintenance activities related to carpentry, plumbing, and electrical; performs concrete and masonry work; operation, maintenance and repair of courts, playgrounds, shelters, trails, turf and grounds; assures proper installation and maintenance of playground equipment; performs playground equipment safety inspections; performs some carpentry work for signs and benches; performs operations in maintaining parks, green belts, cemetery and similar facilities.
Water System & Irrigation: Assists in the design and installation of sprinkler systems; selects line sizes, sprinkler spacing, type and control equipment; installs plastic and galvanized pipe; install, test, and maintain systems utilizing low voltage, hydraulic, or other operating features; winterizes lines and performs various seasonal operations; maintains city trail system and grooming of related environ.
Pest Control: Performs operations such as spraying projects for the prevention or eradication of pests, fungus, and insects harmful to park plants, trees, shrubs and other environs; selects appropriate chemicals and combinations to accomplish task; maintains records of spraying activities; assures chemicals are properly stored and used in conformity with city, state, or federal regulations; operates spraying equipment.
Equipment Operation: Operates various types of heavy equipment such as front-end loader, back hoe, utility trailers, bob tail dump truck, etc.; transports materials and equipment; participates in various seasonal projects such as snow removal; operates and maintains trencher; operates a variety of types of small and light equipment such as mowers, sod cutters, chain saws, pruning equipment, aeration tractor, and various hand tools; performs routine and regular maintenance on equipment to assure efficiency and safety.
Equipment Maintenance & Upkeep: Performs small engine maintenance and repair; welds as needed to fabricate parts or make repairs; grinds and sharpens blades; may perform minor electrical maintenance; performs basic lube, oil and filter and related minor duties.
Landscaping & Green Space Grooming: Operates complex lawn mowing equipment; mows and trims grass, bushes and shrubs; assists in pruning activities on trees, shrubs and plants; removes dead, diseased, or injured trees; stimulates healthy plant growth through custom pruning and cutting maintaining landscaping and irrigation; performs routi e maintenance and servicing of motorized equipment. Performs general landscape and gardening duties; plants and transplants trees, shrubs, bushes, grass, flowers, etc., as directed to develop attractive parks and grounds; applies fertilizers and pesticides using techniques, including, dry and liquid chemicals.
Special Events Preparation & Safety: Monitors building temperatures; may adjust thermostat settings for heating and air conditioning; changes heating system filters; performs general facility security tasks; attends special events and activities; prepares parks for special events such as Music in the Park, reunions and other events; assures rooms, offices, and various city areas are locked and secure; may provide access to various public interest groups which have scheduled use of facilities, rooms, and equipment; cleans and grooms general event environ, gathers and removes trash; cleans restrooms.
Cemetery Operations: Assists with internments; operates backhoe and performs the preparation of grave sites; digs graves; assists vault company as needed; participates in the opening and closing of graves; screens dirt for use in winter months; receives and receipts payment for opening and closing of gravesites; works with monument companies; performs the upkeep and beautification of city cemetery.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Entry level skill in the operation of various types of light equipment such as gang mower, front-end loader, tractor, backhoe, welder, etc., basic mechanics, basic electrical and plumbing operations, basic carpentry and masonry.
Ability to effectively apply chemicals for the abatement and eradication of noxious weeds and insects; effectively, perform various semi-skilled and skilled functions related to building maintenance; communicate verbally and in writing; develop effective working relationships with supervisor, subordinates, and the public.
Must acquire a Pesticide Applicators Certification within six (6) months of hire date in turf and ornamental applications.
May be required to work on-call duty and 24-hour standby.
The Green Space Technician performs work to maintain parks, green belts, cemetery and similar facilities throughout the city. They maintain courts, playgrounds, irrigation systems and landscaping. They assist with tree trimming, painting facilities, basic carpentry and plumbing as needed. They prepare the grounds for events such as Music in the Park and reunions.
Qualifications include High School diploma or equivalent. Driver's license required. Full-time position starting at 35,027.20 $. Full benefits.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs a variety of entry level skilled and semi-skilled duties related to the construction, installation, maintenance, upkeep and repair of parks buildings, cemetery, recreation facilities, parks grounds and general environs.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Parks Superintendent or Parks Maintenance Operator III while in training or on a project-by-project basis.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Provides close to general supervision to Parks Maintenance Operator(s), I and Part Time, Seasonal Workers as assigned.
Essential Functions
Day-to-Day Functions: Performs general building maintenance; constructs and maintains small buildings, and storage facilities; assures proper operation of lighting fixtures, doors, windows and plumbing; may assist in framing, painting, roofing, fencing or other skilled construction and maintenance activities related to carpentry, plumbing, and electrical; performs concrete and masonry work; operation, maintenance and repair of courts, playgrounds, shelters, trails, turf and grounds; assures proper installation and maintenance of playground equipment; performs playground equipment safety inspections; performs some carpentry work for signs and benches; performs operations in maintaining parks, green belts, cemetery and similar facilities.
Water System & Irrigation: Assists in the design and installation of sprinkler systems; selects line sizes, sprinkler spacing, type and control equipment; installs plastic and galvanized pipe; install, test, and maintain systems utilizing low voltage, hydraulic, or other operating features; winterizes lines and performs various seasonal operations; maintains city trail system and grooming of related environ.
Pest Control: Performs operations such as spraying projects for the prevention or eradication of pests, fungus, and insects harmful to park plants, trees, shrubs and other environs; selects appropriate chemicals and combinations to accomplish task; maintains records of spraying activities; assures chemicals are properly stored and used in conformity with city, state, or federal regulations; operates spraying equipment.
Equipment Operation: Operates various types of heavy equipment such as front-end loader, back hoe, utility trailers, bob tail dump truck, etc.; transports materials and equipment; participates in various seasonal projects such as snow removal; operates and maintains trencher; operates a variety of types of small and light equipment such as mowers, sod cutters, chain saws, pruning equipment, aeration tractor, and various hand tools; performs routine and regular maintenance on equipment to assure efficiency and safety.
Equipment Maintenance & Upkeep: Performs small engine maintenance and repair; welds as needed to fabricate parts or make repairs; grinds and sharpens blades; may perform minor electrical maintenance; performs basic lube, oil and filter and related minor duties.
Landscaping & Green Space Grooming: Operates complex lawn mowing equipment; mows and trims grass, bushes and shrubs; assists in pruning activities on trees, shrubs and plants; removes dead, diseased, or injured trees; stimulates healthy plant growth through custom pruning and cutting maintaining landscaping and irrigation; performs routi e maintenance and servicing of motorized equipment. Performs general landscape and gardening duties; plants and transplants trees, shrubs, bushes, grass, flowers, etc., as directed to develop attractive parks and grounds; applies fertilizers and pesticides using techniques, including, dry and liquid chemicals.
Special Events Preparation & Safety: Monitors building temperatures; may adjust thermostat settings for heating and air conditioning; changes heating system filters; performs general facility security tasks; attends special events and activities; prepares parks for special events such as Music in the Park, reunions and other events; assures rooms, offices, and various city areas are locked and secure; may provide access to various public interest groups which have scheduled use of facilities, rooms, and equipment; cleans and grooms general event environ, gathers and removes trash; cleans restrooms.
Cemetery Operations: Assists with internments; operates backhoe and performs the preparation of grave sites; digs graves; assists vault company as needed; participates in the opening and closing of graves; screens dirt for use in winter months; receives and receipts payment for opening and closing of gravesites; works with monument companies; performs the upkeep and beautification of city cemetery.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education and Experience:
- Graduation from high school or equivalent; plus, sufficient education and training to demonstrate an aptitude or ability to perform above and related duties;
- One (1) year of general, entry level experience in construction and the maintenance, upkeep, and beautification of turf, parks, facilities and related environs preferred;
- An equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Entry level skill in the operation of various types of light equipment such as gang mower, front-end loader, tractor, backhoe, welder, etc., basic mechanics, basic electrical and plumbing operations, basic carpentry and masonry.
Ability to effectively apply chemicals for the abatement and eradication of noxious weeds and insects; effectively, perform various semi-skilled and skilled functions related to building maintenance; communicate verbally and in writing; develop effective working relationships with supervisor, subordinates, and the public.
- Special Qualifications:
Must acquire a Pesticide Applicators Certification within six (6) months of hire date in turf and ornamental applications.
May be required to work on-call duty and 24-hour standby.
- Work Environment: