Park Ranger

City of El Mirage • Public Works - 10355 N. 121st Ave. El Mirage, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Park Ranger / Maintenance Technician is responsible for assisting with park maintenance duties and assisting with the safety, security, and overall positive experience of visitors within City parks and trail systems. This position conducts routine patrols, enforces park rules and regulations, responds to service calls, and provides outstanding customer service to the public. The Park Ranger serves as a visible representative for the City of El Mirage and plays a key role in promoting a safe, welcoming, and family-friendly park environment. This is a Part-time position (19 hours per week). This is the first level in a three-level Maintenance and Operations—Maintenance classification series. It is responsible for performing routine maintenance activities in an assigned area of responsibility, ranging from more basic grounds, equipment, and facilities maintenance to more advanced technical troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, plumbing, and irrigation systems. This classification level has two competency ranks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year of related (maintenance) experience or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.
• Arizona Class D Driver’s License.
• First aid/CPR/AED Certification within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Standard practices, methods, and materials of assigned work.
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
• Methods of troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical or mechanical issues, as assigned.
• Use of and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Safe driving practices and the geography of the city.
• Maintaining maintenance logs and records.
• Basic math to calculate measurements, as assigned.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, as assigned.
• Customer service principles.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
• Computerized maintenance management systems.
• Recreation amenities, splash-pad operations, sports field maintenance, and playground equipment.
• Following directions and meeting standards.
• Operating assigned tools and equipment.
• Patrolling and inspecting facilities and grounds and identifying safety or repair issues.
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical or electrical systems.
• Comprehending reference books and manuals.
• Calculating measurements.
• Maintaining logs and records.
• Following safe driving practices.
• Entering data into a maintenance management system.
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards.
• Providing customer service.
• Maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to safety standards.
• Safely operating a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and inspects parks.
• Performs Park security, monitors events, and reports unsafe conditions and vandalism.
• Respond to park-related calls for service and Ramada cleanup.
• Ensure compliance with City parks and trail rules and regulations.
• Establishes and maintains effective customer service with the general public and other city employees.
• Performs routine cleaning, grounds maintenance, or basic equipment repairs.
• Operates hand tools and light mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Inspects premises for safety and cleanliness; identifies repairs needed.
• Operates a motor vehicle to drive to work locations throughout the city.
• Prepares logs and records.
• Maintains compliance with safety requirements, applicable work methods, and procedures.
• Performs related work.

Benefits

• Paid leave accruals are included in addition to the compensation package.
• Vacation: Accrue 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours in a calendar year.
• Sick Leave: Accrue 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours in a calendar year.
• Service Leave: 5 hours per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED