Park Technician Ii

amarillo; United States; Presencial; USD 17.000 - 24.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

City of Amarillo seeks Park Technician II to maintain irrigation and plumbing systems across parks and facilities, with responsibilities spanning planning, repairing, and installing assets. The role supports special projects and ensures safety in a weather‑essential environment.

Required high school diploma or equivalent and a Texas Class C driver’s license; ability to obtain additional licenses within a year.

Formación

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must obtain Texas Irrigation Tech or Texas Irrigator license within 365 days of hire for Park Technician II Irrigation Tech/Park Plumber.
• Ability to obtain Certified Welding Certificate within 365 days of hire for Park Technician II Special Projects.
• Able to read and write clearly and maintain paperwork.
• Able to read blueprints and plans.
• Able to operate data entry on computers.

Responsabilidades

• Test, repair, maintain, and install irrigation and plumbing systems.
• Identifies and troubleshoots problems with irrigation systems and its components, including piping, valves, electrical wiring, pumps, VFDs, and controllers.
• Inspects irrigation systems efficiency and aids in the adjustment of irrigation timing and schedule.
• Operates vehicles, equipment (both light and heavy) in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures set forth by the City of Amarillo.
• Inspects irrigation and plumbing repairs made by contractors.
• Assist with preparation of plans and specifications for improvements and new installs.
• Assists Foreperson with training new employees.
• Purchase materials and supplies needed to accomplish daily assignments when asked and approved.
• Performs routine snow and ice removal when needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Read and write

Read blueprints

Data entry on computers

Hands and power tools

Operate vehicles and equipment

Time management

Teamwork

Inclement weather endurance

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Texas Class C Driver's License

Herramientas

Computers

Descripción del empleo

JOB TITLE: Park Technician II

JOB CLASS NUMBER: TEC951

PAY GRADE: G03

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

BUSINESS UNIT NAME: Parks Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Park Superintendent

SUPERVISORY WORK: None

STARTING PAY: $15.00/HR.

SUMMARY

Under general direction, this position is responsible for performing skilled and semi-skilled labor for the Parks and Recreation Park Maintenance Division. This position is considered weather essential personnel.

Irrigation/Park Plumber- This position is responsible for planning, repairing, replacing, and installing irrigation and plumbing systems in all park and recreational facilities.

Special Projects- This position is responsible for planning, repairing, replacing, fabricating, and maintaining Park assets in all park and recreational facilities.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Irrigation/Park Plumber)

• Test, repair, maintain, and install irrigation and plumbing systems.
• Identifies and troubleshoots problems with irrigation systems and its components, including piping, valves, electrical wiring, pumps, VFD's, and controllers.
• Inspects irrigation systems efficiency and aids in the adjustment of irrigation timing and schedule.
• Operates vehicles, equipment (both light and heavy) in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures set forth by the City of Amarillo.
• Inspects irrigation and plumbing repairs made by contractors.
• Assist with preparation of plans and specifications for improvements and new installs.
• Assists Foreperson with training new employees.
• Purchase materials and supplies needed to accomplish daily assignments when asked and approved.
• Performs routine snow and ice removal when needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Special Projects)

• Repair, install, and maintain Park assets including tables, benches, signs, playgrounds, fencing, goals, doors, fountains, aerators, locks, pools, splash pads, sidewalks, restrooms, and lighting systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and install fountains, facets, toilet's, sinks, irrigation heads and other plumbing duties as needed.
• Cut, fabricate, and weld metal objects and or equipment.
• Cut, fabricate, and construct objects with wood.
• Operates vehicles, equipment (both light and heavy) in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures set forth by the City of Amarillo.
• Inspects buildings, pumps, motors, and equipment for needed service and repair.
• Perform routine concrete work.
• Assist with graffiti removal.
• Purchase materials and supplies needed to accomplish daily assignments when asked and approved.
• Assist with preparation and specifications for improvement projects.
• Inspects jobs made by contractors.
• Assists Foreperson with training new employees.
• Performs routine snow and ice removal when needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year of related experience. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License required.
• Ability to obtain Texas Irrigation Tech or Texas Irrigator License within 365 days of hire for Park Technician II Irrigation Tech/Park Plumber.
• Ability to Obtain Certified Welding Certificate within 365 days of hire for Park Technician II Special Projects.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to read and write and maintain accurate paperwork.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints and plans.
• Ability to operate computers for data entry and record keeping.
• Working familiarity with hand and power tools including saws, drills, grinders, shovels, and rakes.
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment (both light and heavy duty) in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures set forth by the City of Amarillo.
• Ability to effectively manage time, and complete delegated work within specified time.
• Ability to work in a team and coordinate with fellow workers.
• Ability to work in undesirable conditions and inclement weather.
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ADA PROFILE

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee must also balance, climb, crawl, crouch, walk, stand, kneel, stoop, sit, hear, feel, finger, grasp, handle, reach, pull, push, speak, see, and talk. Also requires the ability to make rational decisions and perform repetitive motions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee works in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, d