Park Maintenance Worker II / Broemmelsiek Park

About the role

The purpose of this position is to perform general maintenance of buildings and grounds of parks; and inspects grounds to maintain safety. The work is performed under the supervision of Park Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Performs safety inspections of grounds.
• Maintains a supply inventory of items needed for grounds repair, upkeep and improvements.
• Places purchase orders for low inventory items.
• Performs annual landscaping requirements such as, pruning of trees, annual planting and replanting of trees, flowers, and shrubs.
• Applies appropriate fertilizer and seed to common grounds areas.
• Suggests capital projects for grounds enhancements as necessary and required and related to county grounds and supporting systems.
• Completes work orders documenting supplies used, time spent on projects, and job completion status.
• Acts as lead focus person for call-up of snow removal personnel.
• Keeps an accurate inventory of materials needed for snow removal and places purchase orders to fulfill needs.
• Performs turf maintenance tasks including fertilizing, seeding, watering, mowing and trimming.
• Rakes and prunes trees and shrubs.
• Removes trees and shrubs.
• Sweeps curbs and parking lots.
• Removes snow and ice from walkways, parking lots and building entrances.
• Spreads salt.
• Maintains equipment and performs minor repairs.
• Monitors equipment operation and recommends repairs or replacement.
• Maintains underground sprinkler system.
• Assists with plumbing, carpentry, construction/fabrication projects and electrical, light building maintenance.
• Orders supplies for ground maintenance such as fertilizer, mulch, pesticides and insecticides.
• Serves as a horticulture technician.
• Maintains knowledge of parks.
• Moves equipment in buildings.
• Transports supplies, parts and equipment.
• Escorts repair service personnel and contractors.
• Cleans shop and organizes tools.
• Fabricates parts.
• May be periodically required to assist in Park Programming and activities outside of normal job duties and hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• General/technical high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• A valid class A Commercial driver's license with air brake certification, or have the ability to obtain one within six months of employment.
• Prior responsible work experience, ideally up to 1 year, preferably in grounds maintenance.