Parks Maintenance Worker I

Town of Highland Park•Highland Park, TX

About The Position

Performs a variety of tasks in the maintenance and operation of grounds, open spaces, parks, and related facilities. The position cares for diverse plantings and maintains landscape areas and park facilities. Work also includes seasonal landscape tasks, support for Town sustainability initiatives, pool preparation and maintenance, irrigation monitoring, equipment upkeep, snow and ice removal, and minor maintenance of park structures.

Requirements

One year of experience as a landscape gardener.
Valid state driver's license.
Basic understanding of landscape technology procedures.
Skill in operating listed tools and equipment.
Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to a work schedule.
Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods, and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.

Responsibilities

Care for trees, shrubs, vines, perennials, grasses, and bulbs.
Maintain creek banks, ground cover areas, flowerbeds, tennis courts, and playgrounds.
Perform seasonal landscape work, including planting, pruning, cleanup, bulb planting, dividing and transplanting, and leaf removal.
Promote and contribute to the Town's sustainability initiatives in landscape and park management.
Assist with special programs as needed.
Assist with training and supporting contractors and seasonal gardeners.
Document, report, and catalog plant-related information.
Scout for pests and disease.
Clean garden beds and paths and remove litter.
Assist with seasonal preparation and maintenance of the Town's swimming pool.
Stage equipment, supplies, and materials for daily horticulture operations.
Hand-water and monitor irrigation of plantings, especially during establishment and drought.
Maintain tools and equipment.
Participate in ice and snow removal.
Perform minor maintenance of park structures such as litter baskets and benches, including custodial maintenance, painting, plumbing, carpentry, and other trades work.
Perform other duties as required.