P​/T Park & Facilities Maintenance I

Park And Facilities Maintenance Worker I

This position performs a variety of tasks to ensure the upkeep and functionality of facilities and grounds, combining building maintenance and repairs with general upkeep and custodial work of parks. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, trash collection, basic irrigation repair and upkeep, painting, and indoor and outdoor structural repairs.

Irrigation System & Park Maintenance:

• Minor upkeep and repair of existing irrigation systems.
• Performs regular maintenance work, basic repair, and installation of sprinklers.
• Routine ground maintenance work: weed control and clean up, grass seeding.
• Cut and remove roots.
• Basic field preparation and maintenance for sports and special events.

Building and Facility Maintenance:

• Construction and repair work on buildings, grounds, and related infrastructures.
• Includes carpentry, electrical, plumbing, patching, painting (outdoor & indoor), masonry, custodial work, and basic landscaping tasks.
• Cut and remove sections of concrete, asphalt, wood, or other materials.

Custodial:

• Clean and maintain restrooms, kitchens, offices, and meeting rooms.
• Vacuuming, sweeping, waxing, and polishing floors.
• Regularly collects trash and other rubbish for disposal from parks, facilities & buildings.
• Keep facilities stocked with necessary supplies.

Equipment Operation:

• Operates vehicles(trucks) for transporting materials and equipment.
• Uses various tools and equipment for irrigation and construction tasks, such as:
• Trenches, Pipe cutters, Sprinkler head tools, Meters (backflows).
• Masonry:
  Concrete cutter, finishing equipment, and breaking equipment.
• Basic hand tools, power tools, weeding, and gardening equipment.

Customer Services:

• Responds to inquiries and concerns from park patrons regarding irrigation systems and other concerns.
• Identifies and resolves irrigation-related issues.
• Refers complex issues to the supervisor for further action.

Safety and Recordkeeping:

• Follows established safety protocols for outdoor work.
• Utilizes appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPR) for assigned Tasks.
• Will participate in safety training programs.
• Maintains and documents repairs, parts used, and labor hours for maintenance work & accurately completes records of irrigation system maintenance activities utilizing computerized maintenance management systems.

Special Events:

• Assists with setting up or taking down various equipment for District special events.
• May adjust irrigation schedules to accommodate the needs of special events.

Other duties may be assigned.

Pre-employment

Qualifications:

As a responsible employer, we prioritize creating a safe and positive work environment for everyone. To confirm your suitability for this position, all candidates are required to undergo and comply with the following:

• Live Scan Fingerprint background check for criminal history verification.
• Pre-employment functional capacity test to assess your ability to perform essential duties.
• Pre-employment drug screen for the presence of controlled substances.

Completing these screenings successfully is a mandatory step in the pre-employment process.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Receives general supervision and direction from higher-level supervisory staff.
• May direct, mentor, and lead lower-level staff. (part-Time)

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

Knowledge of:

• Perform routine inspections to identify leaks and damage and ensure proper irrigation system functions, maintenance, repair, and construction.
• Apply knowledge of irrigation system operation principles.
• Install new irrigation systems following established protocols.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose common irrigation system malfunctions.
• Basic custodial duties; sanitation
• Read and interpret basic maps, drawings, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Welding experience (aluminum, gas) is desirable but not necessary.

Ability to:

• Work with minimal supervision due to a thorough understanding of operational procedures and policies.
• Handle most situations independently, seeking occasional guidance from new or uncommon scenarios.
• Complete tasks without close oversight, with work reviewed for accuracy and policy adherence.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Operate various vehicles and stationary mechanical equipment safely and effectively in routine situations.
• Understand the operational characteristics of tools and equipment utilized in maintaining and renovating turf and field maintenance.

Note:

JARPD prioritizes safety. While this role involves basic plumbing and electrical tasks. You will always follow established safety protocols. The District will collaborate with licensed contractors when required for complex repairs.

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