Parks Maintenance Technician

TOWN OF CORNELIUS•Cornelius, NC

just now•$36,415 - $45,519

About The Position

The Town of Cornelius Parks and Recreation Department seeks a highly motivated, and dependable person for maintenance of parks, athletic fields, playgrounds, trails, and other facilities. Candidates must be able to operate vehicles with loaded trailers; perform basic manual tasks such as painting, restroom cleaning, pressure washing, and grounds maintenance; and operate power tools. The position requires moderate physical activity in a variety of weather conditions. Applicants must pass a criminal background check and drug screening and possess a valid driver’s license. This full-time position will require weekday as well as some weekend and evening hours that change seasonally. The starting salary is $36,415 but may be negotiable based upon applicable experience. Generous benefits package including free health, dental, and vision insurance for the employee (spouse and/or family insurance offered at a deeply discounted rate), employer-paid life insurance, vacation and sick leave, retirement, longevity pay, 5% 401K contribution by the town, generous sign-on bonus, and a residency incentive available to employees residing within the Cornelius town limits. Job Summary Under general supervision of the Park Maintenance Crew Leader, performs athletic field, grounds, restroom, playground, and other park amenity maintenance as needed. Operates tractors and various grooming equipment; also, responsible general upkeep within the parks including litter and debris removal; does related work as required.

Requirements

Working knowledge of standard practices, tools, and equipment in the assigned area of work.
Working knowledge of work hazards and safety precautions associated with the assigned area of work.
Ability to interpret assignments and to complete assignments under time constraints.
Ability to perform heavy manual work in varied weather conditions over long periods of time.
Ability to operate heavy equipment and power equipment including tractor, gator, chainsaw.
Ability to operate a variety of hand tools and power tools
Knowledge of the operating details and procedures involved in performing a variety of manual tasks.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing and ability to interpret written and oral assignments.
Some knowledge of purchasing procedures.
Ability to perform basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
Position requires the ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and extended shifts as required.
Must complete a Playground Safety Training class within 12 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma is preferred.
Some experience in general maintenance, athletic field maintenance, and/or any equivalent combination of experience.
One year of experience in facilities or grounds maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the general maintenance of athletic fields, parks, and park amenities, and assists with special event set-up.
Performs maintenance tasks such as ball field dragging and lining, installation of base anchors, installation of home plates, and other field related duties such as re-building low areas.
Performs and assists in general park maintenance including pruning, trimming, spraying, watering, chemical treatment, planting and general care of grass, plants, and trees.
Assists with special events including setting up chairs, tables, staging, banners, and signs.
Keeps supply rooms stocked and organized.
Cleans, operates, and performs simple maintenance on equipment including those used in athletic field preparation, vehicles, and machinery as required to transport equipment, drag fields, mow fields, weed eat, or grade fields. Also connects, loads, and pulls trailers with equipment loaded onto them.
Performs manual tasks such as minor irrigation, electrical and plumbing repairs, blowing hard surfaces, weed control, painting, cleaning, and pressure washing.
Performs manual tasks such as installing, attaching, or mounting nets, kiosks, signs, fencing and other repairs.
Performs routine cleaning such as restroom cleaning, grounds maintenance, and park detail.
Completes daily crew logs, playground inspection checklists, dam inspection reports, lighting reports, restroom cleaning logs, monthly fire extinguisher checks and emergency door exit checks.
Participates in training and continuing education.
Assists with winterization of park amenities.
General knowledge of athletic turf maintenance.
Performs other duties as required.
Fills in for crew leader when needed.

Benefits

Generous benefits package including free health, dental, and vision insurance for the employee (spouse and/or family insurance offered at a deeply discounted rate), employer-paid life insurance, vacation and sick leave, retirement, longevity pay, 5% 401K contribution by the town, generous sign-on bonus, and a residency incentive available to employees residing within the Cornelius town limits.
Employer paid health, dental, & vision with discounts for dependents
13 paid holidays per year
Impressive residency incentive for Cornelius citizens who work for the town
Enrollment in the NC Local Government Retirement System
Vacation accrual based upon total NC service time
5% contribution to 401K
5% salary increase at the completion of probationary period
Tuition assistance up to $4,000 per year
$1500 sign on bonus