Parks Maintenance Technician I

Brevard County; Melbourne Beach (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in parks and recreation is seeking dedicated individuals for a full-time position focused on maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces. This role involves hands-on service maintenance work, ensuring that parks, athletic fields, and facilities are in top condition. Ideal candidates will have experience in grounds and building maintenance, along with a passion for working outdoors. If you're ready to contribute to the community and enjoy a dynamic work environment with variable schedules, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds and building maintenance.
• Preferred experience in mechanical or equipment repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance work in parks and recreation.
• Assist with repairs to parks, athletic fields, and equipment.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance

Building Maintenance

Mechanical Repair

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Ladders

Hand Tools

Job description

Department:PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Organizational Unit:South Area Parks Operations (50000053)

Position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$16.52 to $18.17 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. SouthArea/Long Point Park. Work schedule is variable and includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.Performs entry-level service maintenance work in Parks and Recreation assisting with maintaining and making repairs to parks, athletic fields, grounds, buildings, and equipment.



REQUIREMENTS:Three (3) months of combined experience in grounds and building maintenance. Experience in mechanical or equipment repair is preferred.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must successfully complete, within nine (9) months of employment, all of the classes for the Brevard County Mandatory Training for the Development of New Employees. The applicant will be disqualified from further consideration for the position if a Level I background criminal background investigation, performed in accordance with Brevard County Administrative Order 5 (AO-5), discloses the applicant has disqualifying convictions (as defined in AO-5). In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   
   
   
   • LIFT:50 lbs. or more
   
   
   • CARRY:50 lbs. or more
   
   
   • PUSH:50 lbs. or more
   
   
   • PULL:50 lbs. or more
   
   
   
   


2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   
   
   
   • STAND:5 - 8 hours
   
   
   • WALK:5 - 8 hours
   
   
   • SIT:5 - 8 hours
   
   
   • DRIVE:5 - 8 hours
   
   
   
   


3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   
   
   
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
   
   
   
   


4. The employee must be able to:
   
   
   
   • Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Run; Smell; Stoop
   
   
   
   


5. The employee must have:
   
   
   
   • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech
   
   
   
   


6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   
   
   
   • N/A
   
   
   
   

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   
   
   
   • At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Other working conditions; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; With silica, fiberglass, etc.; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
   
   
   
   


2. Other working conditions:
   
   
   
   • ability to climb ladders up to 15'