Park Attendant I

City of Escondido•Escondido, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a PARS (Public Agency Retirement System) non-benefited, budgeted position and is limited to 999 hours per fiscal year. This is not a PERS eligible position. This position is budgeted to start at $16.91. There is an opening for a part-time Park Attendant I to work at Dixon Lake and or/ Lake Wohlford. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A pre-employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre-employment drug screen. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list. All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment. The City of Escondido participates in E-Verify®. The Loyalty Oath will be administered to all new employees on their first day of hire. New employees hired into positions that require a driver's license must provide proof of a valid California Driver's License of the appropriate class level on their first day of employment. Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Note: Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1786.53, the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion. A copy of this information, if received by the City, will be given to candidates within seven days of the City's receipt.

Requirements

17 years or older
Have own transportation
Ability to lift 50 lbs. with assistance
Demonstrate ability to be responsible and reliable
Demonstrate ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Demonstrate ability to follow City and department policies and procedures
Demonstrate ability to maintain open communication with supervisors
Achieve CPR/AED certification within 1 year of hire.

Nice To Haves

Work cooperatively with others and contribute to a successful team effort
Operate equipment and vehicles in a manner consistent with safety procedures
Communicate effectively with co-workers and the public

Responsibilities

Helps customers in and out of boats on the boat dock.
Cleans, maintains, and makes minor repairs to boats and boat motors.
Assists staff with various park maintenance tasks such as tree trimming, landscape maintenance, trail maintenance, clearing above-ground stormwater conveyances from debris, painting, graffiti removal, irrigation system repair, etc.
Collects fees and keeps routine records.
Provides excellent customer service and answers customer questions on a regular basis.
Operates cash register, answers phones, and uses computers to book customer reservations.
Deep cleans and disinfects multiple restroom buildings, surfaces, toilets, and shower facilities.
Uses hazardous chemicals common to custodial work.
Empties trash cans throughout the park.
Cleans fish room and disposes of fish waste.
Vacuums and cleans ranger station.
Demonstrates proper cleaning procedures and techniques to other employees as assigned.
Performs security patrols of campground and park after hours, if assigned to night shift.
Utilizes a variety hand tools and power tools.
Monitors quantities of materials and supplies used; replenishes or orders replacements, as needed.
Sets up tables, chairs and other equipment for meetings.
Maintains and performs minor repairs and adjustments to assigned equipment.
Assists with logistics during emergencies including emergency medical response.
Secures City buildings and facilities by turning off the lights and locking all doors and windows.
Closes and secures designated parking areas for special events and activities as assigned.
Directs traffic during special events as assigned by supervisor.
Drives a city vehicle, as assigned by supervisor.
Uses 2-way radios for communicating with other staff members.
Reads, understands and follows Material Safety Data Sheets and other related documents.