Parks Maintenance Worker 1

City of Federal Way•Federal Way, WA

About The Position

Under the direction of the Parks & Facilities Manager, Parks & Facilities Supervisor, or Lead Parks Maintenance Worker, the Parks Maintenance Worker 1 performs basic or entry-level grounds maintenance and facility upkeep in City parks. The position helps maintain grounds, buildings, ball fields, and other facilities in a safe, clean, orderly, and attractive condition for public use. Incumbents perform landscaping, irrigation and plumbing maintenance and repair, chemical applications, janitorial work, and equipment operation, and may lead assigned seasonal parks maintenance workers.

Requirements

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and two years of increasingly responsible experience maintaining landscaped areas, applying chemical sprays, designing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation and plumbing systems, and operating large riding mowers.
Valid Washington driver's license.
Obtain a first aid certificate issued by an authorized agency within the first six months in the classification.
Obtain a valid Washington State Public Pesticide Applicators license within the first year in the classification.
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in specialized grounds maintenance and landscaping, including chemical applications, irrigation and plumbing system maintenance and repair, and large riding mower operation.
Knowledge of large and small power grounds equipment and machinery; cultivation, watering, fertilizing, and spraying of vegetation; health and safety precautions for grounds work and hazardous chemicals; hand and power tools; facility maintenance; and basic record-keeping.
Ability to perform specialized grounds maintenance, landscaping, irrigation and plumbing repairs, and chemical applications for pest, insect, and weed control.
Ability to maintain parks and grounds, including mowing, edging, watering, weeding, fertilizing, raking, and cultivating lawns, flower beds, and athletic fields.
Ability to operate hand and power tools, grounds equipment, and machinery skillfully and safely, and to make minor equipment repairs.
Ability to perform general maintenance and repairs on park buildings, fixtures, facilities, furniture, and play equipment.
Ability to perform heavy physical labor, follow legal and defensive driving practices, meet schedules and timelines, and maintain routine work records.
Ability to perform basic computer tasks, including word processing and data entry.
Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
Demonstrated ability to interact positively and effectively with diverse individuals to accomplish a common goal.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training, an associate degree, or a bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation, Landscaping, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Inspect City parks regularly and maintain grounds, buildings, and other facilities in a safe, clean, and orderly condition; open and close park facilities.
Irrigate, trim, edge, aerate, mow, fertilize, and renovate lawns and turfed areas; cultivate, feed, and spray trees, shrubs, and hedges; and prune vegetation.
Plant lawns, shrubs, hedges, and flowers; assess soil and site conditions and assist with selecting vegetation; cut, remove, and transplant trees.
Treat plant diseases and pests and apply pesticides to landscaped areas in accordance with WSDA regulations.
Perform basic maintenance and repairs on irrigation and plumbing systems, including sprinkler lines and heads, faucets, and restroom facilities.
Maintain athletic fields and equipment, including baseball, softball, and soccer fields and tennis courts; prepare, line, mark, and drag areas for games and tournaments.
Perform general grounds upkeep, including weeding and raking, and keep assigned areas clean, safe, and orderly.
Repair indoor and outdoor security lights and perform minor electrical maintenance, including inspecting and replacing ballasts.
Mix, pour, and finish cement and asphalt to construct, repair, resurface, and maintain walkways, curbs, and ramps; install athletic equipment.
Construct, install, and repair park signs, furniture, and picnic tables.
Maintain City buildings and facilities, including painting, general carpentry, plumbing, and minor playground equipment repairs.
Clean parking lots, sidewalks, and courts; pick up litter and garbage; clean and sanitize park restrooms; and pick up and deliver grounds-related materials.
Operate a range of grounds maintenance machinery, vehicles, power equipment, and hand tools.
Perform routine maintenance and repairs on grounds equipment, including checking and maintaining filters, hoses, fuel, oil, and other fluid levels.
Maintain records of work performed, fuel use and mileage, parts and materials inventory, safety matters, and vandalism; provide input on equipment, tool, and supply purchases.
Enforce City parks regulations and communicate with the public to answer questions, receive complaints, provide information, and explain regulations.
Provide work direction and guidance to seasonal and volunteer crews as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.