Parks/Golf Equipment Operator (Parks)

City of Odessa•Odessa, TX

3d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Under basic supervision, performs unskilled and semiskilled general labor work to clean and maintain City parks. Operates vehicles, equipment, and tools in compliance with safety regulations and standard procedures. Duties may vary by assignment and may include maintaining park facilities, golf courses, grounds, sports fields, playgrounds, and public areas. The position supports divisional operations through regular and timely attendance and courteous, cooperative interactions with visitors and City staff. Employees maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and City information, and may perform other duties as required or assigned. Essential functions are not an exhaustive list; reasonable accommodations will be made as required, and the job description may change at any time.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Six months of related outdoor work experience.
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in grounds maintenance.
Knowledge of federal, state, and City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions.
Knowledge of operating and maintenance methods and standards for parks equipment and specialized vehicles.
Knowledge of OSHA Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.
Skill in safe and efficient operation and maintenance of power and hand tools and equipment.
Skill in making routine operating adjustments, repairs, and preventive maintenance to assigned equipment.
Skill in controlling work sites and establishing effective safety zones.
Ability to follow standard operating and safety procedures and closely follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers.
Valid Texas State Driver's License required.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift objects, use hands to operate equipment, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must wear City-approved safety shoes and follow safety precautions, including use of safety equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform general labor tasks to keep City parks safe, attractive, and user-friendly.
Operate vehicles and specialized equipment to maintain park facilities, golf courses, grounds, sports fields, playgrounds, and public areas.
Use specialized tools and power equipment for weed control, mowing, watering, and trimming trees and landscape elements.
Operate vehicles and motorized equipment, including dump trucks, bulldozers, backhoes, material spreaders, plows and scrapers, aerifiers, man lifts, and front-end loaders.
Clean equipment and perform routine maintenance and adjustments; identify and report mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
Clean up trash and debris and clean restrooms.
Repair and maintain parks and golf courses as directed; haul materials and transport vehicles and equipment to job sites.
Maintain truck usage logs, inspection forms, maintenance records, and daily trip reports; inspect vehicles at the beginning and end of the workday.
Monitor ongoing work projects to ensure safety rules are followed and work zones and equipment remain in safe operating condition.
Assist with setup and cleanup for special events; cross-train in a variety of skills; maintain and operate vehicles and equipment according to Parks department standards.
Use proper safety precautions; report problems and emergencies; recognize, avoid, and report unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries.
Support divisional operations through regular and timely attendance.
Interact courteously and cooperatively with visitors and City staff, maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and City information, and perform other assigned duties.