Parks maintenance worker job description

I. Position Title: Ball Park Maintenance WorkerII. Summary of Overall Purpose of Position: Under supervision of the Assistant Recreation Director and Ball Park Lead Worker, provides routine skilled and semi-skilled work in a variety of repair and maintenance assignments using common tools and operates equipment in connection with the skilled and semi-skilled tasks.

Ball Park Maintenance Worker I: This is an entry-level classification in the parks area. Positions in this class normally perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties.
Ball Park Maintenance Worker II:
This class differs from Ball Parks Maintenance Worker I in that incumbents perform more complex parks maintenance duties including the requirement to work any shift, weekends, and holidays, to work independently, exercise judgment, and operate a full range of tools and mechanical equipment related to a specific job assignment. The Ball Park Maintenance Worker II may also be expected to assist in the oversight and training of less experienced personnel.
III. Duties
Perform general grounds cleaning, including emptying trash receptacles, sweeping and raking. Operate a variety of mowers to maintain athletic fields. Mow, edge, trim and rake fields; operate riding mowers, push mowers, blowers, sweepers, trimmers, edger and weed eaters. Rake, sweep, blow and pick up clippings, paper and trash from athletic fields. Field maintenance will include filling infield holes, adding clay to infield when necessary and inspecting the ball fields for proper safety. Prepare the fields which including dragging the infield, chalking the field according to specified dimensions, water infield, and setting bases. Water, prune, weed, renovate and fertilize grass and plants. Assist in setting up community services and special events.
Marginal Duties
Perform other duties as assigned.
IV. Qualifications
Experience : Ball Parks Maintenance Worker I: One year experience in the care and maintenance of parks and athletic fields preferred, but not required.
Ball Parks Maintenance Worker II: One season (six months) of previous experience operating large scale mowing equipment in parks and athletic fields.
Licenses/Certifications: Must possess a valid driver's license. A valid Utah Driver License must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
Special Requirements: None
Knowledge of: Tools and equipment used in parks and grounds maintenance; safe work procedures in the operation of various tools and equipment; types and applications of pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers.
Ability to: Operate hand and power tools; operate mowers; and perform manual labor in all weather conditions; work harmoniously and cooperatively with other employees and the public; perform manual labor for extended periods of time; and follow prescribed safety precautions.

Skill in: Skill in the use of hand and mechanical tools and equipment and preparing softball and baseball fields.

Communication Skills: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Tool, Machine, Equipment Operation: Various power and hand tools.
Working Conditions

Physical Demands: While performing this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, and talk to hear. Must have the ability to lift, bend, walk and stand for extended periods of time. Required to push, pull or lift medium to heavy objects. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Working Conditions: Regular exposure to heat, humidity, cold, wind and/or rain is expected. Employee is exposed to dampness, fumes, odors, dust, dirt, chemicals, machinery with moving parts and loud noises.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. The approved class specifications are not intended to and do not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.



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The Parks and Recreation Maintenance Worker directly reports to the Parks Crew Leader. Over the course of the day the Maintenance Worker will assist in all of the maintenance of the parks, athletic fields, recreation areas, ponds and landscaping for various areas of the city. Special tasks such as event setup and cleanup or emergency situation response such as weather hazard prevention may be part of the duties of the Maintenance Worker as well. Other tasks may be assigned by the Leader and Superintendent.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) duties may include, but are not limited to the following.

Maintain City parks, recreation areas, ponds, landscaping, rights-of-way by mowing grounds, weed eating, edging, removing trash and debris, tilling, planting flowers and shrubs, caring for trees etc.

Maintain City athletic fields by coordinating work projects, preparing fields for use, including raking and drying out fields, ensuring safety of fields, including lip repair, grading, leveling and ground/sod repair, installing new fields and turf, marking, laying sod, and irrigation.

Assists with special events and emergency situations by setting up and breaking down special event equipment, cleaning and preparing special event locations, administering de-icier to sidewalks, cleaning up after high water events, removing fallen tree limbs and providing other forms of assistance as requested.

Operate ground maintenance equipment including mowers, leaf blowers, rakes, shovels and other power hand tools.

May operate heavy, complex equipment such as ditching machine, box blade loader, roller, front loader, large backhoe, etc.

Perform ground maintenance, i.e., mowing, weed eating, edging, blowing, pruning, planting, trimming, sodding.
Perform regular and preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment. Install, maintain, repair and program irrigation systems. Drag baseball fields, set base stakes, and mark fields for ball games. Perform painting, cleaning, maintenance and repair on municipal property, structures, and facilities, i.e., playground equipment, fences, buildings. Utilize various manual, gas, and hand held electrical tools and equipment in maintaining, installing or repairing playground equipment, fences, or related structures, i.e., saws, welders, drills, hammers, shovels.
Other Important Duties:
Perform related work and duties as directed or assigned. Be able to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of park and recreational facility maintenance, repair, and construction methods and practices. Knowledge of occupational safety and health rules, regulations, practices and procedures. Effective oral and written communication skills. Requires the ability to coordinate, manage and execute multiple tasks. Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions. Thorough knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubbery, flower beds and other horticulture. Skill in planning and coordinating work site activities. Thorough knowledge of the maintenance requirements of assigned equipment.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Certifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent Must have a Texas Class C driver's license.
Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements:
May be subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions (rain, cold), hazardous chemicals, fumes, air and water borne pathogens. Some tasks require exposure to dust and pollen. May be subject to climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, digging, loading, unloading, transporting, lifting and carrying such as retrieving or replacing materials, tools, equipment and landscaping. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Some tasks involve frequent walking, standing; and/or the operation of vehicles, office, shop, or hand tools in which manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination are important ingredients of safe and/or productive operations.
Equipment and Tools Utilized:
Knowledge equipment used in maintenance duties for parks and recreation facilities. Safety equipment to properly maintain league and program safety. Various hand tools used to complete and repair playground equipment, structures and fences. Various heavy equipment such as ditching machines, backhoes, front loader and rollers.



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TECHNET # 1235

PAY GRADE 3

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GENERAL PURPOSE

Working under the supervision of the Spanish Fork City Parks and Recreation Lead Worker the Landscape Maintenance Worker performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance duties in a park setting or similar facilities; and performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Daily maintenance of city parks and grounds including turf grass care, flower and shrub planter care, tree care, grounds maintenance and cleaning/trash pick up, facilities and restroom cleaning. Repair, maintain and prepare athletic fields for play. Makes minor alterations to irrigation systems; installs and/or repairs broken irrigation lines; repairs sprinkler heads; assists in installation of sprinkler systems. Operates hand and power equipment including shovel, rake, mower, tractor, golf cart, rototiller, athletic soil grooming equipment; maintains tools and equipment used in park maintenance. Performs simple and minor repairs to equipment and park structures. Responds to assignments from the lead worker and supervisor. Occasionally perform essential functions on holidays and weekends as assigned. Occasionally transports city parade float to Utah county destinations.

Must have professional positive attitude with good communication skills. Be productive while working alone and with others. Employee is expected to deal effectively and courteously with the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience in the maintenance of parks or similar experience including some exposure to horticulture, landscape maintenance or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, abilities and skills listed below:
• Knowledge of plants, trees, shrubs, insects, and diseases.
• Knowledge of the use of chemicals such as pesticides, herbicides, etc. for maintenance for parks and other areas.
• Knowledge of the maintenance and repair procedures and techniques used in park or grounds maintenance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, and general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to safely operate various landscape maintenance and repair equipment and tools.
• Must have transportation to and from work and speak English.
• Must have excellent design, organizational and planning skills, and strong people skills.
• Must be a self-motivated, open minded problem solver that adapts readily to change. This is a hands-on position.
• Must have valid drivers license.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL APPLICATIONS:

Surroundings involve contact with outdoors, dust, dirt, heat, cold, arid/dry, humidity, wetness noise, fumes and vibrations. Requires working with and around other employees. Occasionally requires working alone. Health and Safety conditions include constantly dealing with soil, water and plant materials. Occasionally dealing with toxic materials and chemicals. Physical activities include constant standing, kneeling, crouching, handling, balancing, turning, pushing, pulling, reaching and carrying. Requires occasional jumping, crawling, sitting, climbing, throwing and feeling. Requires talking, hearing, and seeing. Requires ability to lift up to 45 pounds without assistance Physical dimensions include strength necessary in hands, arms, legs, and back. Requires constant eye/hand coordination with occasional foot/eye/hand coordination. Occasionally requires vision strain, rapid speed work, and extreme muscular exertion, along with finger, hand/arm, and foot/leg dexterity. Mental applications include constant memory for details and attention to many items. Occasionally requires the estimation of the size, quality, and quantity of objects, along with the speed of moving objects. Occasional discriminating thinking, rot/repetitive thinking, guided problem solving, creative problem solving, and memory for ideas, verbal and written directions.