Equipment Operator - Parks & Recreation

City of Ardmore•Ardmore, OK

About The Position

The Equipment Operator operates light construction and maintenance equipment in support of landscaping, line maintenance, and other Parks and Recreation maintenance activities. The role involves loading, hauling, scraping, sweeping, mowing, weed eating, and related operations, as well as semi-skilled maintenance tasks. The employee maintains recreational areas and park facilities, services and repairs equipment, applies pesticides and herbicides as needed, and helps ensure the safety of crew members and the public.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of maintenance work experience involving the operation of moderate-to-light construction and maintenance equipment.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year, a Department of Agriculture certified applicator of pesticides license.
Knowledge of operating and maintaining power-driven equipment.
Knowledge of practices, methods, and materials used in general construction, grounds maintenance, and general maintenance work.
Ability to maintain the physical condition needed for assigned duties, including walking, standing, bending, sitting for extended periods, and operating equipment or vehicles.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices, including safe use of hazardous chemicals, herbicides, and fertilizers.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Subject to post-offer, pre-employment drug screening, fit-for-duty examination, and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Operate construction and maintenance equipment, including dump trucks, weed eaters, tank trucks, and other equipment.
Clean debris from ditches, culverts, and creek beds; collect and haul trash, garbage, debris, dirt, sand, and gravel.
Maintain recreational areas, including swimming pools, tennis courts, parks, and athletic fields.
Respond courteously to public inquiries, provide information within the assigned area, and resolve complaints efficiently and promptly.
Maintain and repair equipment used in park maintenance and repairs to park facilities.
Calculate and mix appropriate amounts of chemicals for spraying, and apply chemical insecticides and herbicides as needed.
Service equipment and make field adjustments and repairs as necessary.
Operate handheld or pack equipment, including trimmers, blowers, and edgers.
Prune trees, sod, flowers, and shrubs; weed grounds; rake leaves; fertilize, cultivate, and trim park lawns.
Maintain the safety of oneself, crew members, and the general public in the work area.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.