Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker

Overview

Position Description Under the general direction of the Assistant Parks, Recreation and Aquatics Director, the employee will prepare and maintain City recreational fields to ensure sporting events run smoothly and are in compliance with established guidelines, rules and regulations, and assist with general groundskeeping duties within City Parks, trails and open spaces. Key responsibilities include preparing baseball fields for practices and games, daily maintenance of parks and trails, working as part of a team, and providing excellent customer service.

The work requires safe operation of hand, power and automotive equipment to avoid injuries to staff, the public and damage to City equipment, facilities and structures. Duties require interacting with the public respectfully and professionally. Work is performed outdoors in various weather conditions or indoors depending on assignment and season. Physical strength, agility, eye/hand coordination, normal vision and depth perception are required.

Must maintain flexibility and be available to meet with supervisory staff as required. Hours may vary; typically 40 hours/week. Scheduling flexibility is required; shifts will include weekends and occasional evenings.

This position reports directly to the Parks Maintenance Coordinator II.

• 6-month duration
• Up to 40 hours per week
• Must be available to work Saturdays and/or Sundays

Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.

• Prepare and maintain City recreational fields to ensure sporting events run smoothly and comply with established guidelines, rules and regulations
• Drag, rake, chalk, line and set bases for recreational fields as necessary
• Daily general maintenance of parks, trails and facilities
• Clean and maintain restroom and picnic shelter complexes
• Gather and dispose of litter
• Operate hand, power and automotive equipment while exercising safety precautions to avoid obstacles and people
• Operate various tools including, but not limited to, shovel, rake, weed eater, mower, blower, specialized baseball equipment
• Assist in preparing facilities and setting up and taking down equipment for department programs and events
• Provide assistance and support to other Parks maintenance staff as needed
• Inspect fields, facilities and equipment after events to identify and assess damage; notify supervisor of property damage; prepare related records
• Communicate with City personnel, outside agencies and members of the community to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns
• Communicate feedback between patrons and supervisor
• Answer public questions regarding facilities
• Perform maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities and other custodial duties
• Maintain compliance with all applicable City, County and State laws and City ordinances, policies and procedures at all times
• Assist patrons when needed
• Maintain proper storage and upkeep of equipment
• Attend all staff meetings as required
• Wear proper safety equipment necessary for the job
• Contribute to a positive team environment
• Other duties as assigned

• General First Aid
• Legal and defensive driving practices
• Operation of handheld data recording devices and computers to update records and record work production
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

• Perform athletic field maintenance and equipment operation
• Operate equipment safely and effectively
• Show up on time and ready to work assigned shift
• Explain and enforce Park rules, policies and procedures
• Perform physical duties of the position; lifting, carrying, crouching, kneeling safely with normal vision, depth perception and hand/eye coordination
• Work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends
• Work independently and as a member of a team
• Interact effectively and professionally with a wide variety of program participants and community members including those from diverse socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
• Respond calmly and effectively to emergencies
• Independently complete work activities
• Be friendly and attentive to…