Park Technician II

City of Amarillo

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, this position is responsible for performing skilled and semi-skilled labor for the Parks and Recreation Park Maintenance Division. This position is considered weather essential personnel. The role has two main focuses: Irrigation/Park Plumber, responsible for planning, repairing, replacing, and installing irrigation and plumbing systems in all park and recreational facilities, and Special Projects, responsible for planning, repairing, replacing, fabricating, and maintaining Park assets in all park and recreational facilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of one year of related experience
Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License required
Ability to obtain Texas Irrigation Tech or Texas Irrigator License within 365 days of hire for Park Technician II Irrigation Tech/Park Plumber
Ability to Obtain Certified Welding Certificate within 365 days of hire for Park Technician II Special Projects
Must be able to read and write and maintain accurate paperwork.
Must be able to read and understand blueprints and plans.
Ability to operate computers for data entry and record keeping.
Working familiarity with hand and power tools including saws, drills, grinders, shovels, and rakes.
Ability to operate vehicles and equipment (both light and heavy duty) in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures set forth by the City of Amarillo.
Ability to effectively manage time, and complete delegated work within specified time.
Ability to work in a team and coordinate with fellow workers.
Ability to work in undesirable conditions and inclement weather.

Responsibilities

Test, repair, maintain, and install irrigation and plumbing systems.
Identifies and troubleshoots problems with irrigation systems and its components, including piping, valves, electrical wiring, pumps, VFD’s, and controllers.
Inspects irrigation systems efficiency and aids in the adjustment of irrigation timing and schedule.
Operates vehicles, equipment (both light and heavy) in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures set forth by the City of Amarillo.
Inspects irrigation and plumbing repairs made by contractors.
Assist with preparation of plans and specifications for improvements and new installs.
Assists Foreperson with training new employees.
Purchase materials and supplies needed to accomplish daily assignments when asked and approved.
Performs routine snow and ice removal when needed.
Repair, install, and maintain Park assets including tables, benches, signs, playgrounds, fencing, goals, doors, fountains, aerators, locks, pools, splash pads, sidewalks, restrooms, and lighting systems.
Troubleshoot, repair, and install fountains, facets, toilet’s, sinks, irrigation heads and other plumbing duties as needed.
Cut, fabricate, and weld metal objects and or equipment.
Cut, fabricate, and construct objects with wood.
Inspects buildings, pumps, motors, and equipment for needed service and repair.
Perform routine concrete work.
Assist with graffiti removal.
Assist with preparation and specifications for improvement projects.
Inspects jobs made by contractors.