Park Maintenance Worker I,II

Town of Kernersville (NC); Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Kernersville (NC) is seeking a maintenance worker to perform semi-skilled tasks in the upkeep of town buildings, parks and recreation areas. Tasks include grounds maintenance, general repairs and basic facility upkeep under supervision.

You will operate a range of equipment and assist in setup for town functions, with duties that may require physical labor and adherence to safety procedures. Valid NC driver’s license preferred.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of tools and equipment used in the work assigned.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment used in the work assigned.
• Ability to perform strenuous work for extended periods.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to maintain effective working relationships.
• North Carolina Class C driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Performs grounds keeping activities such as mowing grass, weeding, weed-eating, and mulching.
• Makes regular inspections of parks; removes leaves, empties trash, stocks and cleans restrooms; inspects for needed repairs.
• Performs building maintenance such as painting, carpentry, electrical, masonry, plumbing and roofing tasks.
• Drags, lines and sets bases for ball fields.
• Operates backhoe, front end loader, rubber tire tractor, bobcat, mowing equipment, weed eaters, leaf blowers, and edgers.
• Assists in set up for special town functions and activities.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Knowledge of tools

Operate equipment

Stamina

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Driver's license

Job description

Performs various semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of town buildings, parks and recreation areas.

An employee in this class performs a variety of tasks that relate to building repair and maintenance of parks, ball fields, and recreation facilities. Work may include operation of equipment. Worked is performed under the immediate supervision of the Parks Maintenance Crew Supervisor and is checked by observation and by reports.

• Performs grounds keeping activities such as mowing grass, weeding, weed-eating, and mulching.
• Makes regular inspections of parks; removes leaves, empties trash, stocks and cleans restrooms; inspects for needed repairs.
• Performs building maintenance such as painting, carpentry, electrical, masonry, plumbing and roofing tasks.
• Drags, lines and sets bases for ball fields.
• Operates backhoe, front end loader, rubber tire tractor, bobcat, mowing equipment, weed eaters, leaf blowers, and edgers.
• Assists in set up for special town functions and activities.
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Work requires general knowledge of tools and equipment used in the work assigned.
• Must have the ability to operate tools and equipment used in the work assigned.
• Must have the ability to perform strenuous work for extended periods of time.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Must have the ability to maintain effective working relationships.North Carolina Class C driver’s license.