What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Park Maintenance Worker I position at North Highlands Recreation and Park District?
DEFINITION:
Under supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and manual labor tasks in the maintenance and repair of buildings and park areas; operates equipment in the performance of these tasks. Performs other job-related work as required.
ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS:
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Include but are not limited to):
- Performs general grounds maintenance on all facilities, i.e. mowing, edging, weeding, fertilizing, aerating, digging and raking; pick-up and disposal of rubbish, paper and other debris.
- Maintains, prunes, plants, trims and cares for trees, shrubs and other plants.
- Repairs irrigation components and systems as needed.
- Coordinates and assists in the preparation and maintenance of gymnasiums, sports fields and turf areas.
- As directed, applies appropriate application of chemicals and pesticides.
- Operates and maintains a variety of hand held power equipment.
- Operates and maintains mowers, tractors, dump truck, and other large power-driven equipment.
- May be required to supervise and train other employees as needed.
- Assesses facilities, equipment and apparatus to identify safety hazards and take appropriate action.
- Keeps and maintains a clean and safe work environment.
- Performs similar and related duties as assigned.
- Sweeps, mops, waxes, vacuums, dusts, paints and performs other routine custodial tasks on district buildings and facilities as required.
- Responsible for routine repairs on facilities, vehicles and equipment as required.
- Assists in the performance of basic carpentry, masonry, electrical and welding tasks.
- Assists in the performance of plumbing repairs on sinks, toilets, drinking fountains, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
- Proper methods of planting, growing and caring for shrubs, lawns, flowers and trees.
- Proper basic methods and techniques utilized in the maintenance and repair of buildings, park areas and other District facilities.
- Materials and tools used in maintaining irrigation systems.
- Hazardous materials and their methods of application used in the maintenance of buildings and other facilities, i.e. fertilizers, pesticides, etc.
- Safe work habits.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $48,696.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,696