Parks Maintenance Worker

City of Odessa•Odessa, TX

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Under basic supervision, performs unskilled and semiskilled general labor work in cleaning and maintenance of City parks; operates vehicles, equipment, and tools in compliance with all safety regulations and standard procedures. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs general labor tasks to maintain safe, attractive, and user-friendly City parks; maintains park facilities, grounds, sports fields, playgrounds, and public areas; duties may vary according to job assignment. Performs park maintenance tasks, including weed control, mowing, and watering; cleans up trash, debris, and restrooms; prunes and trims trees and shrubs; assists with setup and cleanup for special events; cross-trains in a variety of skills; maintains and operates vehicles and equipment according to Parks Department standards. Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports problems and emergency situations; recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries. Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance. Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred
Basic safety procedures and regulations, and tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance
Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment
Following standard operating and safety procedures
Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers
A valid Texas State Driver's License is required
City approved safety shoes must be worn

Nice To Haves

Some related outdoor work experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Performs general labor tasks to maintain safe, attractive, and user-friendly City parks
Maintains park facilities, grounds, sports fields, playgrounds, and public areas
Performs park maintenance tasks, including weed control, mowing, and watering
Cleans up trash, debris, and restrooms
Prunes and trims trees and shrubs
Assists with setup and cleanup for special events
Cross-trains in a variety of skills
Maintains and operates vehicles and equipment according to Parks Department standards
Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed
Reports problems and emergency situations
Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries
Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance
Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff
Maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
Performs other duties as required or assigned