Park Service Aide

City of Doral • City of Doral, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for safety and supervision of participants in City coordinated functions, such as tennis camps or youth summer programs. Responsible for the safety and maintenance of park facilities and enforcement of all park rules and regulations.

Requirements

• A High School diploma or a GED equivalent.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills and be able to establish good customer relations.
• Must have an ability to deal with people effectively, courteously and enthusiastically.
• Requires limited knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment typically used in recreational work and clean up duties.
• Ability to understand and follow simple, oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use or repair small/light equipment, such as power tools.
• Ability to use or repair medium equipment and machinery, such as vehicles or commercial mowers.
• Ability to accept, receive, and/or collect payments.
• Ability to use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Ability to use computers for data entry.
• Knowledge of basic rules of safety and ability to enforce applicable rules and regulations.
• Must be able to work independently and complete daily activities and tasks according to work schedule.
• Must be fluent in the English language.
• Ability to perceive information through sound, handle/lift/pull/push objects; express ideas through speaking quickly or accurately; stand for sustained periods of time; use visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal or making observations of facilities; and walk from one work site to another.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

• Additional specialized training such as camp instructor, teacher or a related field is desirable.
• Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs manual work in semi-skilled jobs involving maintenance, repair of buildings and/or grounds, and minor construction.
• Assists with setup and breakdown of City sanctioned events and activities.
• Assists in park inspections to ensure the safety of the public and park facilities.
• Identifies, repairs and prevents possible safety hazards or causes of injury.
• Answers department phones and assists customers.
• Enforces safety and other park rules and regulations; administers first aid as required.
• Performs general maintenance and clean up duties at the park which include, but not limited to, the emptying of trash receptacles, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors, wiping down tables, chairs and other furnishings, replenishing toilet paper and hand towels, and cleaning concession area, restrooms and fields.
• Performs other duties as required and assigned by the Assistant Park Manager and the Park Manager.
• Performs other related work as required.

What This Job Offers

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