Parks Maintenance Tech (Part-Time)

Williamson County; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Williamson County is seeking a Parks Maintenance Technician to perform day-to-day custodial, maintenance, and groundskeeping duties at various park locations, including River Ranch Park, Berry Springs Park, Southwest Regional Park, and the Williamson County Expo Center. The role requires basic carpentry/painting, plumbing, landscaping, and the ability to operate a range of hand tools and heavy equipment.

A high school diploma and valid driver's license are required, with background checks as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or ability to obtain one within twelve (12) months of employment
• One (1) year of related work experience or an equivalent combination of experience and training
• Demonstrated skill and ability in grounds maintenance, basic landscaping, and basic plumbing

Responsibilities

• Performs basic maintenance tasks such as plumbing, painting, landscaping, and cleaning
• Cleans and maintains safety standards in common areas and restrooms
• Operates a variety of motorized equipment and hand-held tools
• Performs equipment preventative maintenance
• Maintains plants, mows, propagates, cultivates, and/or trims grass, trees, flowers, shrubs, and brush
• Assists in the construction and assembly of equipment
• Operates various heavy and light machinery and equipment
• Clears fallen limbs and foliage
• Cleans and maintains all equipment and vehicles
• Inspects equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, and vehicles
• Detects, reports, and assists in correcting safety hazards in the parks
• Provides direct customer service either in person or on the telephone, to include information regarding parks and park rules
• May perform minor painting, fence repairs and other related repairs
• Performs occasional financial transactions such as collecting payments and balancing cash drawers
• Assists in inventory control
• Communicates with the office support staff, other county personnel, vendors, and the public, as necessary
• Manages efforts of volunteer groups (schedules activities, equipment, materials, keeps records of work performed, etc.)
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned
• Maintains and lines athletic fields for games
• Performs routine trail maintenance

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Basic landscaping

Basic plumbing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting directly to an assigned manager, responsible for performing general day to day custodial, maintenance, and groundskeeping duties within an assigned location. Provides visitors and other customers with accurate information regarding parks operations and/or facilities. Assignment areas include River Ranch Park, Berry Springs Park, Southwest Regional Park, or Williamson County Expo Center. Level I of III in Parks Maintenance Technicians.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

• Performs basic maintenance tasks such as plumbing, painting, landscaping, and cleaning
• Cleans and maintains safety standards in common areas and restrooms
• Operates a variety of motorized equipment and hand-held tools
• Performs equipment preventative maintenance
• Maintains plants, mows, propagates, cultivates, and/or trims grass, trees, flowers, shrubs, and brush
• Assists in the construction and assembly of equipment
• Operates various heavy and light machinery and equipment
• Clears fallen limbs and foliage
• Cleans and maintains all equipment and vehicles
• Inspects equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, and vehicles
• Detects, reports, and assists in correcting safety hazards in the parks
• Provides direct customer service either in person or on the telephone, to include information regarding parks and park rules
• May perform minor painting, fence repairs and other related repairs
• Performs occasional financial transactions such as collecting payments and balancing cash drawers
• Assists in inventory control
• Communicates with the office support staff, other county personnel, vendors, and the public, as necessary
• Manages efforts of volunteer groups (schedules activities, equipment, materials, keeps records of work performed, etc.)
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

Park Assignment (in addition to above general duties)

• Maintains and lines athletic fields for games
• Performs routine trail maintenance

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Assigned Manager
• Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending, heavy lifting up to 100 pounds, and operating equipment
• Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather (i.e., extreme temperatures, rain, ice, etc.)
• Exposure to outside elements, noise, vibration, dust, fumes and hazardous chemicals, foul odors, animal and human fecal matter, insects, and rodents
• Expo Assignment: exposure to livestock, equine, other animals, and noisy conditions
• Regular travel between work sites

IRREGULAR HOURS

• This position involves irregular hours, with most shifts occurring in the evenings, every other weekend, and occasional weekday assignments.
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent OR the ability to obtain one within twelve (12) months of employment
• One (1) year of related work experience or an equivalent combination of experience and training
• Demonstrated skill and ability in grounds maintenance, basic landscaping, and basic plumbing

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required Within Thirty (30) Days Of Employment

• All Assignments: Valid driver’s license
• All Assignments: Heavy Equipment Safety & Operations certification

Preferred Qualifications

• All Assignments: First Aid & CPR certification
• All Assignments: Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator license
• All Assignments: Prior experience operating tractors, and towing trailers

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: No
• Drug screening: Yes
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone [phone] or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

• Vacation and sick time accrued at a pro-rated basis for employees working over 20 hours per week.
• Will participate in the retirement plan: TCDRS.
• Not eligible for medical/dental benefits.