Parks Maintenance Specialist

DEFINITION

Under supervision, to perform a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled duties in the inspection, repair, maintenance, and accounting of play structures, park facilities, and City trees; and to perform related work as required.

Positions in this class generally perform at or above the Parks Senior Maintenance Worker series in the Public Works Department. This position class is distinguished from the class of Parks Senior Maintenance Worker in that this is a specialized skilled labor class with technician type responsibilities. Positions in this class will be assigned to inspect, repair, and maintain City Parks equipment and amenities, conduct inventory and analysis for City assets such as trees, and to provide inspections for play structures and City amenities as the department requires.

This position may perform any of the duties typical of this class. Positions in this class perform work which has some variation and which allows or requires a limited range of choice in the application of defined methods or procedures. The incumbent receives instructions when tasks are assigned and after training is expected to perform duties without the need for constant supervision and has some latitude in selecting work methods.

Work is reviewed periodically upon completion and while in progress. The incumbent is expected to refer most variations in work to the lead worker for instructions. The incumbent is expected to obtain and maintain the required certifications to perform the job.

• Possession of a valid Class A or B California Driver's License and a good driving record.
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification is required at time of hire.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience in maintenance and repair of playgrounds and facilities.

Knowledge of:

• Basic math;
• Simple record-keeping;
• Proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in specialized maintenance work;
• Playground safety rules and regulations;
• Tree and plant identification and care;
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
• Effectively utilize and properly maintain grounds and maintenance equipment;
• Operate computer software and mobile devices to input daily work management;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with people contacted in the course of work;
• Identify Park plants and trees;
• Perform semi-skilled maintenance, repair and construction work;
• Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices;
• Maintain simple records;
• Read, understand and apply simple written materials;
• Read and interpret playground and landscape blueprints;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

• Strength:
  Heavy work - Lifting, carrying and/or pushing 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Incumbents may be required to work in trenches or other semi-enclosed spaces and often work in conditions of dust and pollen.

THE CITY OF CLOVIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTION EMPLOYER