Parks Maintenance Worker I/II

City of Mountain View, CA • Mountain View, CA

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About The Position

We're looking for highly motivated, reliable, and team-oriented individuals to join the Community Services Department for multiple positions as Parks Maintenance Worker I/II. The City's Parks Maintenance Workers maintain urban parks, street medians, the downtown, and other public facilities. You will join a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, perform preventive maintenance and repairs, and provide exceptional customer service. The position can be filled at the I or II level depending on the qualifications of the individual. If you are looking to provide excellent customer service while supporting vital City functions, this position is for you! Review our detailed job description here.

Requirements

• Parks Maintenance Worker I: Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade
• Parks Maintenance Worker I: Valid California Class C diver license
• Parks Maintenance Worker II: Two years of experience performing duties equivalent to the Parks Maintenance Worker I position in the City of Mountain View
• Parks Maintenance Worker II: Education equivalent to completion of the 12th grade
• Parks Maintenance Worker II: Valid California Class C driver's license
• Parks Maintenance Worker II: Qualified Pesticide Applicator Certificate may be required for some positions

Nice To Haves

• Parks Maintenance Worker I: One year of experience in landscape maintenance, construction or maintenance work including some semi-skilled assignments
• Parks Maintenance Worker II: Possession of a valid California Class A driver license
• You work well both in a team-oriented environment and independently.
• You are adaptable, flexible and can handle complaints and questions from the public.
• You are self-motivated and diligent in a busy work environment.
• You are safety-oriented with the ability to work on a variety of projects throughout the workday.
• You are a self-starter and have the knowledge to troubleshoot when issues arise.

Responsibilities

• Inspect park grounds, structures, medians and related facilities for safety and appearance.
• Clean park grounds, structures and playing fields of debris, weeds and hazardous conditions.
• Set up for special events at parks, buildings and facilities.
• Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, turf grass, and plants throughout the City.
• Check and repair irrigation systems and program irrigation controllers.
• Operate light grounds maintenance equipment and various hand and power tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED