Park and Facility Worker II

County of Kauai

About The Position

Supervises and performs a variety of manual and semi-skilled work tasks in the development, beautification, and maintenance of scenic, recreational and other landscaped areas; maintains and operates passenger type power mowers; may greet visitors and gives historical and botanical information concerning the site; and performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school; and one (1) year of work experience in: the care, maintenance, and beautification of landscaped areas; and/or the operation or repair of passenger type mowers.
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license (Hawaii type 3 or equivalent).
Applicants will be required to qualify on a written examination.

Responsibilities

Supervises and participates in the raking, trimming, fertilizing, and watering of lawns, plants, shrubbery in a scenic or recreational and other landscaped areas set aside for public use
Propagates plants and shrubs from seeds, cuttings, and roots
Sprays insecticides and herbicides in order to eradicate harmful insects and weeds
Cleans and makes repairs to comfort stations, shelters, pavilions, gymnasiums, swimming pools, water fountains, barbecue pits and other facilities in public parks and recreational areas
Repairs and/or supervises the repairs to comfort stations, shelters, and other structures
Supervises and participates in the building and repairing of wire, wooden and stone fences and walls, picnic tables, benches, bleachers, fireplaces, and pits
Supervises and participates in the operation, maintenance, and repair of passenger type power mowers
Plans landscaping operations and modification of existing plans
Supervises the maintenance, preparation and lining of all park areas for various athletic games and events
Operates motor vehicles, light motorized, or power equipment and tools as required
Gives information to the public concerning the historical background of the sites, procedures and policies governing the use and reservation of certain sections within the recreational area
Identifies the various ornamental plants and shrubbery of the area
Enforces rules and regulations applicable to the protection of public property and public safety
Contacts superiors or local authorities and prepares reports on observed violations
May testify in court and may supervise others as assigned during construction activities
Performs other related duties as required