Maintenance Technician I- Parks

by Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Portland (TX); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Portland is seeking a parks maintenance worker to perform mowing, trimming, pruning, irrigation, and related upkeep across parks and facilities. This essential position requires a High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C driver's license; overtime may be required for storms or special events, and attendance is mandatory.

You will work with equipment, perform routine maintenance, and help prepare for events in a collaborative public-service environment.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED and valid Texas Class C Driver's license.
• Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position may be considered.

Responsabilidades

• Mow, weed, trim and prune city parks, buildings, medians and right-of-ways.
• Maintains parks and facilities through litter removal, chemical spraying, drainage work and routine maintenance tasks.
• Determines equipment needed for assignment and loads tools onto vehicles.
• Transports vehicles and equipment to job sites and sets up safety equipment to protect crew and the public.
• Maintains a safe work environment and follows safety rules and uses PPE; performs other duties as required.

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Why Work for the City of Portland?

At the City of Portland, you'll do more than build a career—you'll make a difference. Our employees are dedicated to providing exceptional public service while helping maintain the high quality of life that makes Portland a great place to live, work, and play. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative work environment where your contributions matter. Join our team and become part of a community committed to serving others and shaping the future of Portland.

Description

The purpose of this position is to perform mowing, weeding, trimming, pruning, and maintaining of City parks, buildings, facilities, medians, rights-of-ways, and tourist identified areas. Duties include litter removal, vehicle and equipment maintenance, playground equipment maintenance, plumbing, irrigation, carpentry, painting, and preparation for special events. Other duties may be assigned. Employee is considered essential, and attendance is mandatory in the event of a storm or disaster. Occasional overtime is required in evenings and weekends. May work overtime and perform other duties as required.

Examples of Duties

• Performs mowing, weeding, trimming and pruning of city parks, buildings, facilities, medians and right-of-ways
• Maintains parks and facilities through litter removal, chemical spraying, drainage work and leveling, cleaning restrooms, and performing general maintenance duties.
• Determines equipment needed for assignment and load tools and equipment onto vehicle needed for assignment
• Transports vehicles and equipment to job sites
• Set up safety equipment, including barricades, to protect crew and the general public
• Maintains a safe work environment and demonstrate safe workplace behaviors, including wearing proper personal protective equipment and following safety rules and regulations
• Works independently at times without close supervision and makes clear decisions
• Essential position requiring mandatory attendance in the event of storm, disaster or other circumstantial event
• Participates in construction and maintenance of playground equipment, small buildings, plumbing, electrical, irrigation, carpentry and painting
• Participates in vehicle maintenance which includes minor repair and upkeep of trucks, tractors, and power hand tools
• Participates in the preparation of special events

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications require a High School Diploma or GED equivalent and Valid Texas Motor Vehicle Operator’s Class C License.

Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position may be considered.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Portland is a Equal Opportunity Employer.

All positions are subject to the City of Portland’s Background Investigation and Drug Testing Policy. New hires are required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States per Federal law.