Parks Maintenance Tech II

Duties

• Participates in routine to advanced maintenance and repair duties.
• Performs semi-skilled tasks in one or more of the skill trades.
• Operates specialized athletic turf and field maintenance equipment in the mowing, grooming of clay infields, edging, weeding, trimming and pruning of grounds, shrubs, trees and plant beds.
• Cleans, paints, repairs and maintains picnic tables, shelters, facilities and docks.
• Drives electric cart or pick-up truck to patrol the park.
• Maintains and repairs the pipes and plumbing fixtures in the restrooms.
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains vehicles and small engines.
• Operates various automotive vehicles and machinery, such as tractors, mowers, bush hogs, front-end loaders, dump, flatbed, and pick-up trucks.
• Performs record keeping duties (i.e. Service records, basic logs) as required.
• Works weekends and holidays and rotates evening shift which entails independent responsibility in handling emergency situations, enforcing park rules and regulations and closing parks.
• Lubricates, services and makes routine inspections and repairs on vehicles and extensive repairs on small engines.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimums

• Knowledge of tools, methods and materials used in general maintenance and all aspects of park maintenance work.
• Knowledge of Parks and Recreation Department rules, regulations and operating procedures.
• Skill in the use of various tools and equipment associated with park maintenance work.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and take precautionary measures to protect self and others.
• Ability to meet the public, give information regarding facilities and enforce rules and regulations.
• Ability to read basic drawings, blueprints and diagrams.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Knowledge of the Parks and Recreation Department rules, regulations and operating procedures.

How to apply

High school diploma or equivalent; two (2) years of work experience in grounds maintenance, specifically with sport complexes and athletic fields. Special Qualifications: Requires a valid Florida Driver's License. Current first aid/C.P.R. Certification within 90 days of employment. Limited Pesticide Applicators Certification.