Park Aide IV

Willamalane Park and Recreation District•Springfield, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine mowing schedules and operation of all mowing equipment. Coordinate mowing routines performed by staff assigned to mowing operations. Perform cleaning and maintenance of park grounds and facilities. Perform other job-related duties or tasks as required. An employee in this classification performs routine operation of mowing equipment. Work includes planning of routine mowing schedules, communication of operations with supervisor and Park Services staff, and coordination with other assigned staff. During non-mowing season, assists staff with implementing routine park maintenance tasks. Work is supervised by the department supervisor. Supervision is not normally a responsibility of positions in this classification but may provide lead work over a Park Aide III, seasonal staff, and volunteers.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalency and two years of experience in specialized grounds keeping or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties.
Valid Oregon driver’s license; safe driving record.
Drug screen test will be required prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

An associate’s degree in a relevant field of study and three years of experience in specialized grounds keeping or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties.
Spanish speaking preferred; a bilingual rate adjustment is contingent upon passing a proficiency test.

Responsibilities

Perform mowing including rough mowing, and conduct basic maintenance of all equipment used in mowing operations.
Collaborate with staff and supervisor to plan routine mowing schedules.
Provide guidance to assigned seasonal staff who share mowing operation responsibilities.
Perform general support services to Park Services staff in maintaining parks and open space areas.
Assist with repairs and replacement of irrigation system distribution lines and sprinkler heads.
Assist Irrigation Specialist with installation, maintenance and repair projects, including low voltage wiring and control systems.
Collaborate and conduct seasonal irrigation system inspections, as directed.
Remove debris from park turf as required prior to mowing.
Responsible for clearing clippings from park sidewalks and drives after concluding mowing operations.
Monitor conditions of turf in parks and reports conditions that would suggest failure of irrigation system or poor turf conditions.
Communicate observations of improper site conditions to supervisor.
Conduct all activities in a safe manner and promptly reports to supervisor conditions that pose a safety risk to staff or patrons.
Other job related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid vacation leave upon completion of probationary period, which is the 1st of the month following at least 6 months from hire date.
Vacation leave benefits will accrue starting at the date of hire/eligibility and are based on years of service.
Paid sick leave beginning with date of hire, 1 hour accrual for every 30 hours worked.
Paid holidays (11 District-recognized holidays/year).
Medical and dental, life, and long-term disability insurance, 1st of the month following date of hire.
Annual cost of living increase (up to 4% as approved by the Board).
Merit increase (3%) upon successful completion of probationary period and then annually.
Additional $1/hour increase upon successful completion of a Spanish or American Sign Language (ASL) competency test.
Voluntary deferred compensation and flexible spending programs.
Discount on selected childcare programs (see Policy Manual for restrictions).
25-percent discount on certain recreation programs.
Free use of pools for lap and play swim for employee and family.
Free use of fitness center for employee and family.
Free Wellness programs for employee.
Payroll direct deposit is available.