Maintenance Specialist I (Seasonal)

Responsibilities

• Plants trees, bushes, a variety of other plants, and grass.
• Mows, waters, and rakes grass.
• Trims fence lines and the banks of drainage ditches.
• Collects litter and debris.
• Empties park garbage cans and hauls the collected waste to the parks dumpster.
• Uses hand tools such as picks, shovels, and rakes.
• Operates power equipment, including chain saws, edgers, weed eaters, push and riding mowers, back hoes and field painters.
• Informs supervisor of any needed repairs and maintenance.
• Cleans and weeds flower beds, mulches around flowers, and waters.
• Prunes flowers and related shrubbery.
• Cleans and paints concession stands, field houses, and other Parks and Recreation facilities.
• May assist in repairs of windows, doors, and other fixtures.
• Aids in the installation of water lines, irrigation systems, fencing, tee boxes, flag poles, benches, and picnic tables.
• Monitors and maintains equipment in a safe operating condition and reports all damages to supervisor.
• Cleans equipment and work area.
• Aids in the setup of City holiday lights display.
• Consistently keeps supervisor and relevant team members informed about work progress, current and potential issues, and proactively suggests new or improved solutions to address challenges.
• Attends approved meetings, conferences, workshops, training sessions, and remains current on the principles, practices, and developments in assigned work areas.
• Responds to questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
• Communicates and coordinates regularly with others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of work experience involving landscaping, mowing, operating sprinkler systems, and outdoor maintenance.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a current and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug test (including prescription medication).