Parks Grounds Specialist; Austin Parks and Recreation

Parks Grounds Specialist

Under general supervision, this position performs specialized maintenance, construction, and/or grounds keeping tasks in and around park grounds and recreational facilities.

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled grounds maintenance tasks.
• Performs minor and major repairs
• Performs general concrete work.
• Operates department equipment
• Operates hand tools.
• Performs safety inspections and addresses deficits.
• Drives service vehicles.
• Removes graffiti or paint.
• Assists the public with questions and concerns.

May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

• Knowledge of general grounds keeping processes, policies and procedures within the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD).
• Knowledge of assigned areas (E.g., hike and bike trail surfaces, athletic fields, equipment, etc.).
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to operate power tools.
• Ability to lifting and carry equipment or materials applicable to the work being performed.
• Ability to train and lead others.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus two (2) years' experience related to grounds keeping or general labor services, at least one (1) year of which is in the assigned area of specialization.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.

If assigned to operate vehicles, must possess the appropriate Texas Driver License for those vehicles.

• Work experience using commercial wide-area mowers & tractors (Toro 5900, 4700, Tractor with rotary cutter or Tri-max attachment ).
• Work experience using commercial grounds-zero turn mower.
• Work experience driving a truck and trailer combination.
• Work experience using grounds maintenance equipment such as blower, trimmer, chain saw, stump grinder, and wood-chipper.
• Work experience performing preventative and mechanical maintenance on mowing equipment.

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation (APR) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more!  for more information.

The purpose of the Parks Grounds Specialist position is to maintain and provide improvements to citywide hike and bike trail infrastructures and along with the crew (or independently) act as first responders to address public safety concerns. Services will be processed utilizing standard construction techniques, methods, and practices.

Work Location:

Fiesta Gardens – 2101 Jesse

E. Segovia., Austin, TX 78702

Work/Location

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday: 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Hours vary depending upon departmental needs.
• May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
• Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
• May be required to work during City emergencies such as extreme weather events.

Salary Range:

$22.48 - $25.24 per hour.

Application Instructions/

Job Requirements:

• Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting – up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application.
  
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