Maintenance Worker, Landscaping, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Department:
Facilities FLSA Status:
Nonexempt Hiring Salary: $16.23 - $19.48

Welcome, ‘ist das Leben schön!’ (Life is good!) At the City of New Braunfels, we seek out people ready to serve the community, plan for the future, and preserve our well-renowned natural beauty. Our five Core Values serve as a cornerstone of our work:
Integrity, Service, Visionary Leadership, Stewardship of Resources, and Cultural Heritage. Do our values speak to you?

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
• 2:1 match on retirement contribution
• Paid volunteer time off – 16 hours per year
• Vacation accrual starts at date of hire – up to 120 hours annually your first year
• Get paid to stay – longevity pay on top of your regular pay after one full year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Bilingual pay offered
• Keep learning – professional and personal development training available

• Operates a variety of specialized equipment and performs manual labor tasks in order to maintain safe parks and City facilities as assigned; duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment including but not limited to hand tools, commercial mower (rotary and reel), weed eater, blower, chain saw, pickup truck, trailers, utility vehicles, tractors, skid steer loader and golf carts, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Cleans and maintains City facilities and buildings.
• Assists in the planting, watering, mowing, weeding, trimming and renovation of turf and landscaping.
• Make repairs and perform maintenance to buildings, facilities, irrigation systems and equipment using carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and mechanic skills; and reports problems requiring additional attention.
• Assists in the maintenance of landscaping park and golf course grounds; clears trash, brush, weeds and debris from grounds and facilities.
• Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED equivalent, AND one year of general maintenance or landscaping experience.

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.

• Basic tools and equipment used in parks, facilities and grounds maintenance.
• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.

• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Effective communication skills for positive relationships with employees, patrons, and the general public.

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and involves standing, walking, kneeling and bending for extended periods of time, with exposure to hazardous equipment and low to no light conditions, requires constant physical efforts for extended periods, and ability to safely lift, carry and move items weighing up to eighty (80) pounds.
• Must be able to work flexible work schedule and irregular hours including evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned or scheduled shift, including but not limited to 5:00 am – 2:30 pm, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.
• May be required to work immediately before, during or after an emergency or disaster.
• NOTE:
  
  This position is designated safety and/or security sensitive.

The City of New Braunfels is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

In New Braunfels, 'ist das Leben schon!' (Life is good!). At the City of New Braunfels, we seek out people ready to serve the community, plan for the future, and preserve our well-renowned natural beauty. Our five Core Values serve as a cornerstone of our work:
Integrity, Service, Visionary Leadership, Stewardship of Resources, and Cultural Heritage. Do our values speak to you?