Parks Maintenance Specialist II #1438 - Parks & Recreation - Riverpark - Public Works

Hamilton County; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County seeks a dedicated individual for cleaning, maintenance, and landscaping duties within County parks. The role involves physical tasks and requires a valid Class B CDL license. Applicants must be prepared for varied outdoor conditions and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL driver's license or permit required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, maintenance, and landscaping duties in County parks.
• Regular visits to County facilities and work sites required.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Under close supervision, performs a variety of cleaning, maintenance, and landscaping duties within County parks, including buildings, grounds, facilities, campsites, ballparks, and recreation sites.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

These include tasks related to cleaning, maintenance, and landscaping, as well as physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and not comprehensive.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• The equivalent of a high school diploma.
• A valid Class B CDL driver’s license or permit is required at the time of application.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants with a permit must obtain a valid Class B CDL within six months of hire.
• Regular visits to County facilities and work sites are required.

SAFETY SENSITIVE:

This position is classified as safety sensitive under 49 CFR Part 40. It is subject to drug and alcohol testing post-offer, upon reasonable cause, after accidents, randomly, after suspensions, and follow-up, according to the Employee Handbook rules.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work involves moderate physical effort, including walking, standing, sitting, and driving. Frequent activities include standing, talking, hearing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting up to 25 pounds regularly, and up to 100 pounds occasionally. Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception. Work is often outdoors in various weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, and may involve exposure to chemicals, fumes, and noise.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change. Overtime is not guaranteed and may vary. All Hamilton County Government positions are in-person, requiring punctual attendance, possibly including holidays, weekends, and irregular hours with short notice.

Hamilton County is an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability. More information is available at Hamilton County's EEO Office.