Leisure Services Maintenance Worker

City of Dothan • Dothan, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position assists in the maintenance of Leisure Services Department grounds, athletic fields, tennis courts, aquatics and other facilities. The work consists of related maintenance duties. Inclement weather contributes to the complexity of the work. The purpose of this position is to participate in the maintenance of city recreation facilities. Successful performance in this position contributes to provision of safe and well-maintained facilities for use by the general public.

Requirements

• Graduation from standard senior high school or GED, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
• Six (6) months recent experience using hand tools and materials used in maintenance and repair work
• Six (6) months recent experience operating power driven tools and light or medium automotive equipment
• Possession of valid operator driver license with an acceptable driving record.
• An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.
• An applicant for this position is subject to a criminal history background check pursuant to the following statutes: §§38-13-1. Ala. Code (1975) et seq., as amended by the Child Care Safety Act (Act of Alabama #2018-278), Act of Alabama 2019-322, or §41-27-10, Ala. Code (1975).
• Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position.
• Must meet the City of Dothan’s employment physical standard, which includes drug/alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance principles and practices.
• Knowledge of city safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of athletic field maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices necessary for the proper performance of heavy manual work, light or medium equipment operation and associated chemical application.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in janitorial work.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Skill to perform a variety of routine manual tasks in the care, cleaning and limited maintenance of buildings and equipment.
• Skill in the use of a variety of grounds maintenance tools and equipment.
• Skill in following instructions and prioritizing work.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the maintenance of city parks, athletic fields, and related facilities; performs turf management duties; prepares athletic fields and courts for play.
• Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment, including turf and athletic field maintenance equipment.
• Prepares fields, courts, and other facilities for practices, games, tournaments, and other events or programs.
• Maintains parks trails and related infrastructure.
• Performs basic outdoor maintenance tasks at assigned facilities including mowing and edging the grass, transplanting and tending to flowers/shrubbery, applying fertilizer, repairing, and landscaping grounds.
• Performs a variety of custodial functions; sweeps, vacuums, mops, waxes, and polishes floors; cleans, sanitizes, and restocks restrooms.
• Performs minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs as needed.
• Sets up facilities for programs, games, tournaments, and other events; cleans facilities following events.
• Orders supplies and materials from vendors.
• Maintains assigned tools and equipment.
• Maintains and repairs irrigation systems.
• Inspects facilities and reports repair and maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Cleans and maintains facility furniture and playground equipment.
• Pressure washes surfaces.
• Provides support for recreation programs as assigned.
• Performs related duties.

Benefits

• Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.
• Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department in writing on or before the closing date of this advertisement by emailing [email protected].

What This Job Offers

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