Urban Services Maintenance Technician - Seasonal

Key Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of duties required to maintain City-owned grounds, parks, trails, cemeteries, open spaces, and recreation facilities, including mowing, aerating, and weeding turf;
• Cleaning restrooms;
• Picking up trash;
• Raking leaves;
• Clearing sidewalks;
• Removing debris;
• Assists with park-related projects such as laying sod, re-seeding, and planting of flowers and trees;
• Inspecting and adjusting sprinkler systems;
• Operates various types of handheld and light mechanical equipment including mowers, sweepers, blowers, and other grounds maintenance equipment;
• May operate heavy landscaping equipment (not requiring a Commercial Drivers License);
• Operates various types of vehicles, equipment and irrigation systems necessary to successfully complete assigned tasks;
• Responsible for the preventive maintenance, minor repairs and adjustment of equipment to ensure the proper operation and safe efficient use;
• Assist in the proper mixing and application of fertilizers, herbicides and other chemicals used in the care and maintenance of turf and landscaped areas;
• Assist in the preparation of ball fields, parks and picnic areas when areas are specifically reserved by the public;
• Inspects and cleans areas where unauthorized camping has occurred to make presentable for all to use;
• May work with County Health Department and other City staff to clear areas occupied by persons experiencing homelessness;
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to get to various Parks and Public Lands facility;
• May require personal and city vehicle with a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card;
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and landscaping;
• Experience working for a city municipal park;
• Experience operating light or heavy-duty equipment.

Working Conditions

• Moderately heavy physical activity required to push, pull or lift medium weights up to 50lbs and on occasion up to 80lbs;
• Required to stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods;
• Exposure to weather extremes, noise, dust, fumes, etc. are routine;
• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

Position Wage

$18.00/hr. - $20.00/hr.

Position Type

Seasonal

Department

Public Services

Scheduled Hours

20