Equipment Operator I (Athletic Facilities)

City of St. Joseph • St. Joseph, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Maintains athletic fields and facilities. Operates light to medium machinery in the maintenance of the parks and parkways.

Requirements

• Skills in effective operation of necessary equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety requirements associated with equipment operation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which will include evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks with minimum supervision.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One or more years of experience required to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, mows, trims, and maintains fields and grounds.
• Operates tractors with hydraulic lifts, arm reach mowers or other attached accessories.
• Operates such equipment as bobcat with all attachments; backhoe, highloader and mowers.
• Removes snow and ice from park facilities.
• Trims trees and hauls trash and debris to the landfill.
• Supervises prison work release inmates occasionally.
• Helps in the general maintenance of the park system.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED