Parks Maintenance Worker

Parks Maintenance Worker - Weston, FL

SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide Community Development services, but the reason for our success is our people. Over 1600 experts make up our team from across the country, with experience in a full range of professional services and skills. Each Team member values integrity, improvement, service, teamwork, and respect. These Core Values are the foundation of positive relationships among coworkers, our clients, residents, and anyone invested in the continued success of their community.

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Parks Maintenance Worker to join our team of professionals. This position offers great opportunities for dynamic, motivated self-starters to work on a variety of work assignments. You'll be a member of our highly respected team of professionals with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• This position performs responsible work and supervision of contractors in all aspects of the maintenance of public parks property including concessions buildings, restroom facilities, maintenance buildings, structures, fencing, parking lots, walkways, playgrounds, signage, lighting, equipment and other hardscape amenities within the city parks.
• Performs minor repairs to facilities to include, but not limited to, painting, replacing light bulbs, door locks, fencing, soap dispensers, etc.
• Repairs athletic equipment and other amenities. Maintains and/or supervises the repair and maintenance of playground equipment and surfacing to ensure safe and proper operating condition and adherence to ASTM standards.
• Develops contractor scope of work, prepares work orders and assigns to contractors; monitors work order progress, inspects and evaluates work.
• Performs a variety of inspections related to park maintenance and safety.
• Establishes methods and schedules to ensure projects are properly completed. Formulates the scope of work for informal and formal bids.
• Prepares a variety of reports, records, and documents including the utilization of an enterprise work order system.
• Participates in the preparation of departmental budget requests and proposals. Monitors expenditures in assigned area to assure fiscal control.
• Interacts and communicates with contractors, city administrators and the general public. Required to obtain NIMS (National Incident Management System) training ICS 100, 200 & 700. In the event of a disaster or declared State of Emergency, be on 24-hour emergency call for public assistance.
• Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule, typically 8 hours/day Monday through Friday, and to include 24-hour, 7-day emergency service.
• Assists in several special events, some of which take place on holidays.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Maintenance preferred. Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Considerable knowledge of principles, methods, equipment, materials, procedures and best practices in park maintenance.
• Ability to develop, coordinate and direct varied projects involved in park maintenance.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, to include weekends, holidays and evenings as necessary to meet the City's needs.
• Ability to utilize computer and mobile phone software programs to complete administrative tasks and work orders.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the trade and of proper safety practices. Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing

Education/Training:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: A minimum of two years of facilities maintenance experience in the Public Works arena.
• Licensure and/or Certifications: Possess a valid Florida Driver's license and has an acceptable motor vehicle record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mobility & Movement:

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, or kneeling to conduct inspections.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, or unfinished stairways to access roofs, attics, crawl spaces, and other elevated or confined areas.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 25–50 pounds (e.g., inspection tools, plans, or small equipment).

Vision & Hearing:

• Visual acuity sufficient to read construction plans, technical documents, and observe construction details.
• Ability to detect safety hazards and defects through visual and auditory inspection.
• Hearing sufficient to communicate with contractors, workers, and the public in noisy environments.

Manual Dexterity:

• Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, operate inspection equipment, and use computers/tablets for reporting.

Work Environment:

• Work performed in both office and field settings.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow) and construction site environments (noise, dust, uneven terrain).
• Frequent driving between inspection sites and company locations within a region.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: SAFEbuilt pays competitive wages and has a comprehensive benefit offering. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, matching 401K Plans, wellness programs and more. SAFEbuilt is committed to Career Progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses.