Park Maintenance Worker (Parks East District)

Travis County•East District Parks, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Park Maintenance Worker provides safe, operational, and hospitable park facilities through custodial, building-maintenance, and groundskeeping work, independently or as part of a team. The role performs basic maintenance and groundskeeping functions in assigned park areas and may require a flexible schedule to meet department needs. Work includes maintaining restrooms, shelters, maintenance buildings, offices, concession stands, trails, common areas, sports fields, equipment, and vehicles. The worker inspects facilities, equipment, and trails; corrects issues or refers them to a supervisor; provides visitors with information about parks and rules; and detects, reports, and helps correct safety hazards. Minor repairs may be performed under close supervision. The position requires five 8-hour shifts, including one weekend day, holidays, and some evenings. Travis County employees may also be assigned to business continuity efforts outside their normal job functions. Criminal, driving, education, and employment background checks are required.

Requirements

One year of custodial or building and grounds maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job duties.
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Knowledge of assigned-function policies, practices, procedures, and methods; applicable safety practices and regulations; cleaning equipment, products, techniques, and standards; custodial, maintenance, and groundskeeping equipment and tools; and applicable federal, state, local, and county laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Skill in operating cleaning equipment such as mops, buffers, strippers, waxers, and vacuums; cleaning floors, windows, walls, and concession stands; unstopping toilets; operating grounds-maintenance equipment; maintaining trash; and communicating verbally and in writing.
Ability to safely and correctly apply custodial and grounds-maintenance techniques; understand and follow instructions; communicate effectively; work independently and efficiently; manage time and meet timelines; and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, outside-agency representatives, and the public.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform the listed physical functions, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, driving, and repetitive motions.
Ability to work five 8-hour shifts that include one weekend day, holidays, and some evenings.

Nice To Haves

Texas Pesticide and Herbicide Applicator's License.

Responsibilities

Clean, restock, and maintain restrooms, including sinks, toilets, floors, ceilings, walls, and supplies.
Inspect facilities and equipment such as toilets, sinks, fixtures, dispensers, and lights; correct issues or refer them to a supervisor.
Clean and maintain shelters, maintenance buildings, offices, and concession stands.
Empty waste baskets and trash receptacles, replace light bulbs, remove ground litter, and empty recycling and trash receptacles.
Mow, weed-eat, and weed common areas; assist with mowing and maintaining sports fields as assigned.
Inspect park areas and equipment to ensure they are operational, and correct or refer problems to a supervisor.
Clean and maintain equipment and vehicles, and inspect hand tools, chainsaws, personnel carriers, and trucks.
Clean and maintain trails, including weed control and leveling to prevent safety hazards, and inspect trails for operational condition.
Provide visitors and other customers with accurate information about parks and park rules.
Perform minor painting, fence repair, or other repairs under close supervision.
Detect, report, and assist in correcting park safety hazards.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.