Park Maintenance Technician I
About The Position
Performs a variety of general-purpose and manual labor tasks related to the upkeep and improvement of park grounds, buildings, facilities, and equipment. Maintenance duties may include litter pick up, landscape development and upkeep, cleaning and maintenance of park facilities and public areas, mowing and trimming, applying pesticides and fertilizers, and shoveling and plowing snow. Prepares and maintains park exterior and interior facilities for use by performing duties such as cleaning, painting, and routine maintenance of reservable areas, recreational equipment, shelters, common areas, storage rooms, kitchen areas, and restrooms. Assists with conservation, wildlife management, and land stewardship activities. Uses proper personal protective equipment, follows safety protocols, and uses tools and equipment appropriately. Immediately reports safety concerns. Regularly uses a variety of hand and power tools. Operates licensed and non-licensed motor vehicles. Meets and deals with the public in a professional, helpful, and pleasant manner. Maintains a professional, cooperative working relationship with other staff members. Assists with programming and special events as assigned. Maintains accurate records of tasks performed, including time sheets, vehicle mileage, and equipment usage. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age at the start of employment
- A valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record allowing insurability by the park district’s current vehicle insurance carrier under existing coverage provisions at the time of employment and thereafter
- Candidates for employment may not have more than 4 total points (or equivalent penalty) issued by a recognized licensing authority for driving-related violations on their driving record at the time of employment
- No history of felony convictions
- Ability to work unsupervised, to organize and coordinate, to prioritize and self-initiate, and to manage tasks
- Ability to effectively and appropriately deal with confidential information
Nice To Haves
- Previous grounds or building maintenance experience
- Positive interaction, creating connections and valuing teamwork with staff at all levels
- Understanding the importance of community collaboration and actively supporting the organization’s mission, vision, and values
- Willingness to bring ideas forward
- Ability to consistently provide positive and unique experiences for guests
- Understanding and providing good customer service and being welcoming to all members of the public and staff
- Understanding financial responsibility and commitment to being personally accountable for how work is performed
Responsibilities
- Litter pick up
- Landscape development and upkeep
- Cleaning and maintenance of park facilities and public areas
- Mowing and trimming around park grounds
- Applying pesticides and fertilizers
- Shoveling and plowing snow
- Cleaning, painting, and routine maintenance of reservable areas, recreational equipment, shelters, and common areas, storage rooms, kitchen areas and restrooms
- Assisting with conservation, wildlife management, and land stewardship activities
- Using proper personal protective equipment, following safety protocols, and using tools and equipment appropriately
- Reporting safety concerns
- Operating licensed and non-licensed motor vehicles
- Interacting with the public in a professional, helpful, and pleasant manner
- Maintaining a professional, cooperative working relationship with other staff members
- Assisting with programming and special events
- Maintaining accurate records of tasks performed including time sheets, vehicle mileage, and equipment usage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
