Parks Worker - seasonal
City of McCall - Mccall, ID
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This job was posted by : For more information, please see: General Statement of Duties Performs unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance and service work on buildings and grounds, equipment and machinery, and irrigation systems; performs related work as required. Classification Summary This is an entry level, seasonal position; the primary function of an employee in this class is to perform unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, inspection, and service work in City parks and public areas, including equipment, machinery, irrigation systems, and structures. Additional duties include soil and plant cultivation, pesticide and fertilization applications, cleanup duties, public restroom cleaning and maintenance, snow removal if needed. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Parks Maintenance Supervisor and some direction may be provided to community service workers or other subordinate employees. The principal duties of this class are performed outdoors and may include working in adverse weather conditions and hazards involving the use of power tools, equipment and hazardous chemicals. Examples of Work (Illustrative Only) Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs general grounds maintenance to include: mowing, trimming, weeding, watering, aerating, snow removal, and application of herbicides and fertilizers; Performs general landscape and cleanup duties, including trash and debris removal; Maintains and cleans public restroom and drinking fountain facilities; Inspects, maintains, and repairs benches, tables, slabs, receptacles, playground and recreational equipment, playing fields, structures, and signs; Maintains open spaces, lawns, flower beds and planting areas, and other park and public areas; Installs and maintains sports and playing equipment, including nets, goal posts, and field markings for soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball, tennis, basketball, and other sports; Assists with turf, tree, flower, and shrub planting, trimming and pruning, and removal; Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on motorized, mechanical and groundskeeping equipment; Performs operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of automated irrigation systems, including lines and heads; Performs custodial work in buildings, including but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, shampooing and steam cleaning carpets, buffing and waxing floors, cleaning and dusting furniture and fixtures, changing light bulbs, and related custodial duties, as assigned; Provides facility and equipment security, including opening and closing and locking and unlocking facilities; Repairs vandalism and performs maintenance on buildings and structures, including painting, plumbing, carpentry, and related semi-skilled building trades work; Assists during construction projects; Provides information and answers inquiries from the public; Sets up for and breaks down after programs, reservations, and special events; Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices. Other Duties and Responsibilities May assist with construction of new facilities, as directed; Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Basic grounds maintenance skills, including but not limited to, mowing, planting, weeding, pruning, irrigation, snow removal and fertilization; Botany, horticulture, tree identification, turf and/or pest control; Basic custodial skills, including but not limited to, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, dusting, and cleaning restrooms, floors, windows, furniture, and fixtures; Ba ic building trade skills, including but not limited to, carpentry, painting, electrical, and plumbing; Applicable regulations and policies regarding safe work practices, including application of herbicides and pesticides. Ability to: Follow written and oral instructions; Operate power equipment, including but not limited to, grounds keeping and turf equipment, snow removal equipment, riding and walk-behind mowers, trimmers, tractor, and related equipment; Operate hand tools; Operate a motor vehicle; Operate, adjust, and monitor automated sprinkler control systems; Maintain maintenance records, logs, and documentation; Work weekends, evenings, and holidays; Communicate effectively with the public, supervisors, and other City employees.
Created: 2024-09-23