Maintenance Worker

About the role

A Park Maintenance Worker performs a variety of manual labor tasks to assist with the upkeep of park grounds, equipment, and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Mow grass using push mowers, tractors, and specialized lawn equipment.
• Perform landscape maintenance including weeding, mulching, edging, and raking.
• Operate small engine equipment such as chain saws, backpack blowers, and line trimmers.
• Establish plant beds, plant flowers, bulbs, shrubs, and trees, and maintain planted areas.
• Pick up litter and debris.
• Perform facility maintenance such as repairing and staining picnic tables, installing and repairing fences, replacing light bulbs, and preparing for special events.
• Assist with repair and/or maintenance of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Operate park vehicles including pickup trucks, 4-wheel motorcycles, dump trucks, and garbage trucks.
• Clean and organize the maintenance shop, restrooms, and picnic shelters.
• Assist with routine maintenance and repair of equipment, including changing oil, replacing worn parts, and making minor mechanical adjustments.
• Sharpen or replace worn blades on mowers; replace string on line trimmers; sharpen or replace worn chain saw chains.
• Prepare and load equipment and tools for use or transport.
• Run errands to retrieve or deliver parts.
• Perform manual labor and related work as required.
• Assist with public relations by handling visitor inquiries and providing information and assistance.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service training.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Park Maintenance Supervisor.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Park Maintenance Supervisor or Supervisor on Duty.

Requirements

• Must be age 18 or over.
• High school diploma with a minimum of one year of experience in park maintenance work, or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
• Ability to operate small engine equipment properly and safely.
• Ability to operate a variety of vehicles with standard transmissions.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to make minor repairs on equipment.
• Knowledge of park maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.
• Ability to learn the operation of the facility.
• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.
• Availability to work a variable schedule, which may include early and late hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license; must maintain a safe driving record.
• Required to purchase and wear a standard uniform.

Pay

$16.50 per hour