Parks Operator

Pleasant Grove City•Pleasant Grove, UT

6d•$22 - $30

About The Position

The Parks Operator works under the direction of the Parks Superintendent and performs skilled work related to the maintenance, design, construction, and risk management of city parks, park amenities, and other city-owned properties. The role includes landscaping and grounds maintenance, irrigation management, plant care, safety inspections, equipment and materials oversight, and assistance with park and trail improvements. The employee may also support other City departments with special projects and public events and may occasionally be on call for after-hours emergencies.

Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid Utah Driver's License.
Graduate from an accredited senior high school or equivalent.
Have at least one year of progressively responsible experience in parks and grounds maintenance.
Knowledge of modern principles and practices of supervision, including planning and organizing the operation of city parks and properties.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and ordinances relating to departmental activities.
Knowledge of occupational safety rules and regulations.
Ability to establish attainable goals, objectives, and work plans, and to supervise and motivate subordinates to achieve them in a timely and effective manner.
Ability to communicate oral and written instructions to employees.
Ability to operate and maintain equipment such as trucks, mowers, and tractors.
Ability to operate a computer using Word, Outlook, and other appropriate programs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
Ability to operate hand and power tools and equipment.
Frequently perform physical activities including sitting, standing, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, walking, handling or feeling objects or controls, reaching with hands and arms, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

CDL.
Bachelor's degree in an associated field, including coursework in organization and administration.
Utah Pesticide Applicators License; required within the first six months.

Responsibilities

Assist in training and supervising part-time and seasonal parks employees.
Perform landscaping, grounds maintenance, and irrigation system management.
Care for trees, shrubs, flowers, and other plants on public lands.
Perform safety inspections of assigned areas.
Ensure assigned work is completed within budget and use budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time effectively and efficiently.
Assist with control of materials and supplies used to maintain, construct, and repair City parks and properties.
Assist in preparing cost estimates for improvements to the parks and trails system.
Perform miscellaneous duties such as answering phones, running errands, and picking up supplies.
Assist other City departments with special projects and public events.
Occasionally work on call and respond to after-hours emergencies.
Maintain records of equipment usage and maintenance.