Parks Maintenance Tech I

County of Culpeper•County of Culpeper, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing basic maintenance of lawns by irrigating, mowing, edging, hand trimming, fertilizing. Other responsibilities include public safety, overseeing park rentals, monitoring restrooms, preparing areas for seed or sod. Operate riding mower, lawn sweeper, utility vehicle, tractor as needed. Performs related work as directed.

Requirements

Education equivalent to a high school diploma.
Must possess satisfactory results of a criminal history background check.
Must possess and maintain a valid Virginia driver’s license.
Knowledge of the regulations, standards, policies, and procedures of park maintenance
Knowledge of the safety practices applicable to operating handheld equipment needed for park maintenance
Ability to operate various office equipment such as a computer, fax, phone, etc.
Ability to express orally and in writing
Ability to exercise tack and courtesy when dealing with customers
Ability to perform mathematical operations
Ability to reference data such as policy manuals and regulations
Ability to perform the highest level of customer service
Ability to work in a team environment

Responsibilities

Maintains athletic fields using appropriate lawn care procedures including aeration, dragging fields, mowing, stripping of playing surfaces, setting bases in position, spot addressing weeds, and re-setting pitchers mounds
Maintains park common areas, trees and shrubs by planting, pruning, watering, weeding and cleaning shrub plantings; prepare flower beds for growing annuals and bulbs
Administer maintenance on park buildings and amenities, mend fencing, and repair vandalism damage
Plant, maintain, trim, prune hedges and remove papers and other debris which accumulate in the hedges; sweep up dirt and debris, clean around trash compactors, and collect rubbish left in the parks
Maintain surface drainage by keeping catch basins free of debris during heavy rain storms
Maintains a high level of customer service; establishes a working relationship with staff and park users; communicates ball fields, pavilions, and other facility closures
Monitoring and cleaning bathrooms
Maintains and keeps a clean and safe environment in Parks and Recreation parks and facilities
Supervises seasonal and/or volunteer personnel; coordinates work activities, organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work to subordinates
Assists with the planning, implementation, setup, and breakdown of various countywide special events
Performs related duties as assigned.