Parks Maintenance Tech

City of Deltona • Deltona, FL

8d • $17 - $29

About The Position

The purpose of this job/class within the organization is to provide semi-skilled to skilled work in a variety of fields in the maintenance and upkeep of the public parks, grounds, buildings, athletic fields and related facilities and equipment. This job/class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

Requirements

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Requires two years in construction maintenance and repair or closely related experience.
• Please upload your High School Diploma/GED equivalent with your application prior to posting closing through the resume tab.
• Requires a Class B commercial driver's license, a CPR and First Aid certification within 6 months of hire.
• Position is subject to being "on call" and working after normal City work hours as well as on weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Conducts general mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs and painting on equipment, buildings and grounds operated by the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Orders parts and services from vendors in compliance with purchasing guidelines.
• Sets up park functions requiring moving bleachers, tables, chairs.
• Prepares reports and records for the Maintenance Division.
• Maintains nature trails; removes trash and debris.
• Perform routine grounds maintenance activities such as mowing and edging lawns, planting and trimming hedges.
• Layout, plant, trim, weed, fertilize and apply mulch to flower and landscape beds.
• Clean sidewalks, awnings, City buildings and recreation facilities as needed.
• Maintains, constructs and repairs playground equipment.

Benefits

• At the City of Deltona, we value our employees and their contributions. We offer more than just a job, we provide a workplace where your efforts are recognized and rewarded.
• Our team members enjoy 12 paid holidays, a 36-hour work week for better work-life balance, tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth, and volunteer time off to give back to the community.
• You'll also have access to employee discount programs, ongoing recognition initiatives, and the security of the Florida Retirement System (FRS).
• Join us and experience a career where you're supported, appreciated, and empowered to succeed.
• Veteran Preference in appointment will be given to those eligible. In order to be eligible for Veteran Preference you must furnish a Department of Defense document, commonly known as form DD-214 (Member 4 Copy recommended) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the DVA, listing military status, dates of service and discharge type PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE OF THE JOB POSTING. Please redact social security number and date of birth information from all documents submitted. In addition, the disabled veteran shall also furnish a document from the Department of Defense, the DVA, or the Department certifying that the veteran has a service-connected disability
• If you require an accommodation because of a disability to participate in the application/selection process, you must notify the Human Resources Department at 386-878-8750 at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) prior to the meeting or activity.
• We are proud to be a Drug-free, Smoke-free and Equal Opportunity Employer!

What This Job Offers

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