Park Grounds & Facilities Specialist

City and County of Honolulu; Hawaii; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Parks and Recreation seeks a Park Caretaker II to maintain park grounds, facilities, and landscaping, while operating grounds equipment and enforcing park rules. The role includes conducting repairs, assisting the public, and performing related duties.

Must be able to perform heavy manual work, follow instructions, and obtain required licenses. The position supports disaster response during emergencies and benefits from comprehensive health and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and ability to identify, care for and cultivate plants, shrubs, flowers, trees, ground cover and lawns.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate hand and power equipment and tools and grounds and general construction equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of common methods and materials used in simple construction and maintenance work.
• Ability to perform heavy manual work in the repair and maintenance of buildings and park grounds.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to deal effectively and courteously with the general public.
• Ability to learn pertinent laws, rules and regulations and enforce them.
• Ability to make simple oral and written reports.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscaped areas and park grounds, including planting, pruning, trimming, edging, raking, aerating, watering, and caring for native Hawaiian plants and other vegetation.
• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment and vehicles, including mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, trailers, and other motorized equipment; perform routine preventive maintenance and minor emergency repairs.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on park facilities and features, including irrigation systems, playground equipment, fences, benches, tables, roadways, parking areas, restrooms, bathhouses, and other park structures.
• Maintain clean, safe, and presentable park facilities by cleaning restrooms and other facilities, replenishing supplies, removing debris, and maintaining public-use areas.
• Interact with the public and enforce park rules and regulations by checking permits, identifying violations, explaining applicable rules, and providing information and assistance to park users.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Job description

City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Parks and Recreation seeks a Park Caretaker II to maintain park grounds, facilities, and landscaping, while operating grounds equipment and enforcing park rules. The role includes conducting repairs, assisting the public, and performing related duties.

Must be able to perform heavy manual work, follow instructions, and obtain required licenses. The position supports disaster response during emergencies and benefits from comprehensive health and