Park Equipment Operator

City of Plano; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking city organization as a Parks Equipment Operator! This role is vital for maintaining the beauty and functionality of community parks. You will operate both light and heavy equipment, ensuring our green spaces are vibrant and welcoming. If you have a passion for outdoor work and experience in landscaping or construction, this position is a perfect fit. Enjoy a supportive work environment with great benefits, including medical plans, retirement contributions, and paid time off. Make a meaningful impact in your community while enjoying a fulfilling career!

Benefits

Annual Boot Allowance

Comprehensive Medical Plans

Retirement Contributions

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Free Recreation Center Membership

Qualifications

• One year of landscaping or construction experience with equipment operation.
• Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance methods.

Responsibilities

• Operate light and heavy equipment for park maintenance.
• Inspect and maintain assigned equipment regularly.
• Perform landscaping tasks like mowing and trimming.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Landscaping Maintenance

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Light Equipment

Heavy Equipment

Job description

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At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members ofTeam Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym,SERVE(StewardshipEngagedRespectfulVisionaryExcellence).

Are you passionate about keeping our City’s parks beautiful and well-maintained? The City of Plano’s Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a skilled Parks Equipment Operator to help ensure our green spaces remain vibrant and welcoming for all! You'll operate light and heavy equipment in this role to maintain park landscapes, sports fields, and recreational areas. From mowing and trimming to setting up sports equipment and performing essential repairs, you’ll play a key role in enhancing our community spaces. If you have experience with equipment operation, enjoy working outdoors, and take pride in making a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help shape the future of our City’s parks!

• $175 annual boot allowance and $175 annual jean allowance after successful completion of six (6) month probation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), in which the City matches contributions 2:1 upon retirement
• Enrollment in the Retirement Security Plan (RSP) which is fully funded by the City
• Up to three weeks of paid vacation
• Up to three weeks of paid sick leave per year
• Nine paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Free Library Card
• Free recreation center membership

And so much more! Learn about our benefits here.

Every person matters. Every job has purpose. Together we make a difference. Join Team Plano!

Parks Equipment Operator (The job description for the Senior Parks Equipment Operator is below.)

Summary of Duties: Under basic supervision, the Parks Equipment Operator is responsible for operating light and/or heavy equipment in the installation, repair, and maintenance of assigned area of responsibility.

Distinguishing Characteristics:This is the journey-level classification in the Park Equipment Operator series. The incumbent operates light and/or heavy equipment and follows procedures to accomplish end results, within guidelines. Incumbent may lead the work activities of others in the absence of the Park Equipment Operator, Senior. This class is distinguished from Park Equipment Operator, Senior in that the latter is a higher-level class in the series that performs more complex technical, investigative, and supervisory duties requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Operates light and/or heavy equipment required in the upkeep and operation of the areas of responsibility.
• Inspects and maintains assigned equipment.
• Performs various construction, routine maintenance, and labor tasks.
• Mows and edges turf, trims and prunes trees and shrubs, removes brush and debris, mulches landscape beds and trees.
• May paint lines and set up sporting equipment to include goal posts, nets, and screens depending on area of assignment.
• Ensures conditions are safe in the area where work is performed; Selects most appropriate working routine.
• May lead the work activities of others.
• Maintain daily work orders.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.

Marginal Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Decisions:The incumbent is responsible for: the proper maintenance and upkeep of assigned sites; inspecting and maintaining assigned equipment to ensure it is in operable condition; identifying and eliminating potential safety hazards; use of safe work methods and safety equipment and PPE; operating equipment within the guidelines of the appropriate Operator’s Manual. Incumbent must determine proper methods of maintenance and repair for each project.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of:Operation and maintenance of equipment; routine construction, repair and maintenance methods; basic safety standards; landscaping maintenance.

Skill in:Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; operating light and/or heavy equipment used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of assigned functional operations.

Experience: One (1) year of previous landscaping or construction experience which involves the operation of light and/or heavy equipment in assigned area of responsibility.

Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Senior Parks Equipment Operator

Summary of Duties:Under general supervision, the Park Equipment Operator, Senior is responsible for operating specialized equipment in the installation, repair and maintenance of facilities in assigned area of responsibility.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the advanced journey-level classification in the Park Equipment Operator series. The incumbent plans detailed methods to attain desired objectives working within established policy. Methods require use of initiatives and resourcefulness in developing processes and procedures. Works under indirect supervision, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters.

Examples of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Operates specialized and heavy equipment required in the upkeep and operation of the areas of responsibility.
• Inspects and maintains assigned equipment.
• Performs various construction, routine maintenance, and labor tasks.
• Mows, edges, and aerates grass; trims and prunes trees, hedges, and bushes; removes brush and debris; mulches flower beds and tree islands.
• Sets concrete forms; pours, levels, and finishes concrete.
• May paint lines and set up sporting equipment to include goal posts, nets, and screens depending on area of assignment.
• Welds, fabricates, installs, and repairs various components related to infrastructure
• Ensures conditions are safe in the area where work is performed; selects most appropriate working routine
• Maintain daily work orders.
• May lead the work activities of others.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.

Marginal Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Decisions: The incumbent is responsible for: inspecting assigned equipment to ensure it is in operable condition; identifying potential safety hazards; use of safe work methods and safety equipment; operating equipment within the guidelines of the appropriate Operator’s Manual. Incumbent must determine proper methods on each project.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of:Operation and maintenance of equipment; routine construction, repair and maintenance methods; basic safety standards; landscaping maintenance.

Skill in:Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; operating light equipment used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of assigned functional operations.

Education:High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Experience:Two (2) years of previous landscaping or construction experience which includes the operation of specializes or heavy equipment.

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements

Licenses and Certifications:Must be able to obtain a Texas Class “A” Commercial driver’s license within 12 months of employment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in and around City buildings, parks, and facilities, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work and around machines, and to operate varied hand and power tools and specialized equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when completing maintenance, repairs, and various daily tasks. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

Employees work in and around buildings and facilities and are exposed to constant noise, cold and hot temperatures, temperature swings, dust, mechanical hazards, and hazardous odors and fumes.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/V/D

Open positions are subject to close without notice.