Parks Turf and Landscape Equipment Operator

City of Fort Collins•Fort Collins, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a person that enjoys being outdoors? Are you an independent worker/thinker that is passionate about the stewardship of the parks in your community? Are you passionate about learning skills that will help you grow the green industry? Are you looking for practical, real-world skills that are in high demand? Then you’re the perfect applicant for the Parks Turf and Landscape Equipment Operator position. The Parks Turf and Landscape Equipment Operator is a skilled position where you’ll work outdoors operating light and heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, and gang mowers to assist in the maintenance of the parks, trails, sports fields, and public spaces. You’ll be able to hone your skills in green industry standards, landscaping techniques, turf care and irrigation practices which are practical and in demand career skills.

Requirements

Currently possesses, or will obtain, a DOT certificate (after in-house training) within first week of hire.
Basic knowledge of landscaping maintenance and turf management.
Ability to connect, pull and backup trailers.
Ability to work independently and to identify the appropriate equipment needed for the upkeep in the areas of responsibility.
Ability to recognize areas of concern at a site and proceed appropriately to fix and/or alert Crew Chief.
Basic knowledge in care, operation and maintenance requirements for power tools and power-driven and electric equipment.
Skilled in operation and general maintenance of light and/or heavy equipment.
Skilled in basic traffic and safety rules and regulations and accident prevention practices.
1-2 Years of experience in landscaping and operating equipment and tractors.
Unrestricted valid driver’s license.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Successfully pass a drug screening test, Motor Vehicle Record and background check.
Possess physical, mental, and cognitive abilities sufficient to perform the essential duties outlined above with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, speak, and understand.
Physical ability and stamina to perform duties including bending, lifting, digging, pushing, and kneeling.
Requires light and heavy manual labor that requires walking or standing most of the time.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds maximum.
Post-offer background check and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) required.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Assist with irrigation maintenance and repairs.
Work successfully in a team environment, as well as autonomously, in all weather conditions.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties in a timely and efficient manner.
Engage with team members in a considerate and helpful manner and project a positive attitude in the workplace.
Maintain a positive, helpful, and solution-oriented attitude while assisting others.
Interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner.
Assist with cleaning and removing trash from all areas of the park including shelters and restroom facilities as needed.
Assist with snow removal and special events as needed.
Assist with additional tasks to help other Park divisions including Cemetery or Forestry if needed.
All other duties as assigned.
Responsible for independently moving equipment to/from sites via trailer.
Operate equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, riding mowers, trim mowers, gang mowers, weed whips, etc.
Inspect and maintain assigned equipment.
Assist in maintenance of City parks, trails, sports fields, and public spaces.

Benefits

Potential for paid personal time and paid holidays.
Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal and financial assistance.
Wellness program and access to workout facilities.
Personal and professional learning opportunities plus potential for career mobility.
Collaborative work environment.
Gift card drawings for participating in Safety and Wellness programs.
Discounted Golf Green Fees.
Discounted passes to City Recreation facilities.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided such as gloves, hard hats, safety glasses, boots, ear protection, etc.
Safety boots and Parks Division logo work attire provided.
Mentoring by world-class, knowledgeable, and experienced Park professionals.
Training opportunities to expand educational background.
$100.00 gift card for referring a newly hired employee through the Employee Referral program.