Parks Maintenance Worker - District 3 - Variable

City of Arvada

5d•$15 - $18

About The Position

Apply to join our team today! The City of Arvada promotes Equal Pay for Equal Work. Starting salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity. The range listed reflects the entire range and typical placement is entry to mid range. Pay Range - $15.16 - $18.00/hr Position Purpose Performs turf maintenance to parks, buildings, and facilities, including mowing, irrigation and fertilization.

Requirements

Knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment, and standard practices of park maintenance.
Knowledge of mechanical operation of small tractors, mowers, and park-related vehicular equipment.
Knowledge of basic hand and power tools, including chippers, tree spades, chain saws, push mowers, and weed eaters.
Knowledge of safety rules, practices and procedures,
Ability to maintain and make minor repairs to irrigation system,
Ability to read and understand pesticide and fertilizer labels,
Ability to follow instructions,
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with supervisors, other employees, and general public.
Ability to effectively communicate information, both verbally and in writing, to support organizational objectives and interact positively and cooperatively with all levels of personnel within the city.
Ability to work scheduled events on weekends and evenings as needed.
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
A valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in park maintenance or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Trims and fertilizes trees and shrubs
Utilizes working tools and maintenance equipment, such as riding mowers, tractors, single-axle trucks, chippers, tree spades, chain saws, push mowers, and weed eaters
Plants trees, shrubs, and flowers in outdoor locations
Cleans up debris and trash from open space areas
Manually waters flower beds, trees, and grassy areas
Paints playground equipment, picnic tables, and pavilions
Repairs playground apparatus
Repairs and maintains irrigation equipment
Cleans mechanical equipment
May use City vehicle to pick up parts and other required supplies
Frequently operates a personal or City-owned motor vehicle to drive to and from work locations throughout the City
Performs other duties as assigned