Park Maintenance

Martinsburg-Berkeley County Parks & Recreation•Martinsburg, WV

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Maintenance Manager, the Park Maintenance employee keeps parks, recreation facilities, and grounds clean, safe, and well-maintained. The position is responsible for prompt repairs and ongoing maintenance of park facilities and grounds, including equipment assembly and installation, preventive maintenance, groundskeeping, and snow removal. The role operates grounds equipment and vehicles, maintains landscaping and athletic fields, performs basic trade repairs and custodial duties, and documents completed work. The employee may work indoors and outdoors in varied weather and terrain, on a typical 40-hour Monday-through-Friday schedule that may change with weather or maintenance needs. Occasional nights or weekends and on-call responsibilities may be required.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
At least 5 years of experience in skilled trades, construction, or maintenance.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and a satisfactory driving record.
High school diploma or GED.
Must pass a background check and be willing to undergo drug and alcohol screening.
Ability to work a flexible schedule when needed, including nights and weekends.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to remain alert throughout the workday.
Ability to move through varied terrain, climb ladders, and perform manual labor under varied conditions.
Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds frequently.
Ability to communicate politely and pleasantly and interact with patrons.
Ability to work as a team member and independently, and to be accurate, efficient, and organized.
Ability to frequently stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate equipment such as mowing equipment, a pickup truck, and a tractor.
Maintain grounds and landscaping, including mowing, trimming, planting, weeding, mulching, sodding, pruning, aerating, and cultivating trees, shrubs, and turf.
Perform carpentry, plumbing, basic electrical, fencing, painting, and small equipment repair.
Prepare athletic fields for recreational activities, including turfgrass maintenance, lining, measuring, and painting fields.
Participate in snow removal using hand tools and power equipment.
Cut wood and clear trails using a chainsaw and other equipment.
Perform custodial duties in parks, including facility cleaning, debris pickup, and trash removal.
Complete assigned tasks and maintain records of work performed, including time, materials, and equipment.
Use a computer and smartphone to access work orders, document daily tasks, and manage personnel time.
Maintain a high-quality, professional appearance and demeanor.
Complete other tasks as assigned in support of the organization.