Public Service Worker - Parks Maintenance Crew

About the role

We are seeking a Public Service Worker to join our Municipal Parks Maintenance Crew in the Gaithersburg Department of Public Works. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with some evening, weekend, and holiday work required.

Responsibilities

• Grounds keeping and maintenance duties such as mowing, edging, trimming, leaf raking/collection, mulching, pruning, cleaning and maintaining park facilities and restrooms.
• Aid in building maintenance and repair work including masonry, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing.
• Operate construction equipment during maintenance and repair tasks and transport crew, materials, and equipment to job sites.
• Assist with snow removal and ice control and with special projects as needed.
• Provide excellent service, pursue continuous improvement, and exceed expectations.

Qualifications

• Hard-working, dependable, responsible, punctual, and safety conscious.
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and contribute to a successful team effort.
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor over extended periods of time, possibly under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to operate mowers, tools, and other maintenance and repair equipment in a manner consistent with safety procedures.
• Ability to understand and carry out specific oral instructions.
• At least 18 years of age; high school diploma or equivalent (GED) desirable.
• Some experience (6 to 12 months) performing routine landscape, construction, or maintenance work, including manual labor experience involving the use of hand tools and portable power tools (desirable).
• A valid, unexpired Medical Examiner's Certificate/DOT physical card (may be obtained during pre-employment medical examination and must be maintained throughout employment).
• The ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to follow safety precautions and work procedures.
• The ability to work from equipment of various heights and in confined spaces.
• The ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime when required; and to return to work when designated to be on call for emergency situations or repair work and/or snow and ice removal.
• Any acceptable equivalent combination of education, experience, certifications, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to satisfactorily perform job duties.

Additional Information

To apply, please submit an online application. Applications will be reviewed promptly, and the position will remain open until filled. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of qualified applications are identified or all hiring decisions have been made.