Parks Maintenance Worker

City of Springdale • Springdale, OH

8h • $25 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Parks Maintenance Supervisor, the Parks Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing semi-skilled maintenance tasks such as grass cutting; laying out, maintaining, and repairing athletic fields and courts; and performing a variety of tasks required to support the Parks and Recreation Department.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen; must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Must have obtained a high school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.) equivalent
• Must obtain a minimum of a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with airbrake endorsement within six (6) months of employment and retain it throughout course of employment with the City.
• Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance methods, tools, materials, and supplies
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates
• Ability and willingness to perform heavy physical labor for extended periods and to work under adverse weather conditions
• Either possess or be able to obtain Commercial Applicator License to spray pesticides
• Ability to adhere to proper safety practices and standards
• Ability to read at a level sufficiently to follow repair instructions
• Ability to keep daily written records of completed maintenance tasks as well as maintain detailed inspection and service records of power equipment and vehicles
• Ability to assist with snow and ice removal, including winter weather operations, as well as the setup, maintenance, and cleanup of special events and activities
• Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance methods, tools, materials, and supplies
• Experience performing routine maintenance
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Professional presentation and attitude
• Strong time management skills

Responsibilities

• Operates pick-up trucks, dump trucks with trailers, light industrial-type or farm-type tractors with front-end or back-end attachments, and snowplows and salt spreaders during winter months
• Operates wood chippers, chainsaws, axes, and topping shears
• Cuts grass, fertilizes, weeds, and removes snow and ice from sidewalks
• Maintains landscaped areas by planting and pruning trees, shrubs and flowers’ weeding and mulching landscape beds; and removing trees and stumps
• Maintains ball fields by replacing dirt, dragging and lining fields, and putting up soccer goals
• Inspects and repairs playgrounds, bleachers and benches
• Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs to power equipment and vehicles
• Washes, cleans, waxes, and paints equipment
• Makes minor electrical and plumbing repairs
• Paints interior and exterior walls, replaces floor and ceiling tiles, replaces light bulbs, repairs fixtures, mops and waxes floors, cleans restrooms, and washes windows
• Picks up litter and empties garbage cans
• May operate front loader, backhoe, bucket truck, and other specialized equipment with supervision
• Performs any and all other duties as assigned in an efficient and timely manner

Benefits

• Longevity Pay: $350 after year five, and this amount increases by $70.00 per year up to a maximum of $1750.00.
• Tuition and textbook reimbursement is available up to $3000.00 per year for a job-related degree or job-related course.
• The City offers high-deductible health insurance plan. The yearly deductible for a family plan is $4000.00 and the City traditionally contributes $2000.00 in HSA towards that deductible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED