Parks Maintenance Worker I - G114 - Park Services (Full-Time)

Columbus Consolidated Government; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated maintenance worker to ensure the upkeep of parks and recreational facilities. This role involves a variety of tasks, from setting up stages for events to maintaining sports fields and playground equipment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of park maintenance techniques and the ability to operate various hand and power tools. If you enjoy working outdoors and have a passion for community service, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the local environment and community activities.

Qualifications

• Completion of specialized training and high school education.
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar position.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining parks and sports fields for events.
• Installing and repairing playground equipment and grills.
• Operating tools and equipment for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Park maintenance methods

Equipment maintenance

Installing playground equipment

Problem-solving skills

Operating hand and power tools

Effective communication

Basic math calculations

Education

High school education

Specialized training in occupational field

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Places fences at special events; sets up stages, podiums, flags, and stairs.
• Mows grass, operates weed eaters, edges grass, and blows leaves.
• Assembles bleachers, benches, and permanent trash cans.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs barbecue grills.
• Prepares sports fields for games and tournaments; marks fields; adjusts end zone goal posts for college or high school games.
• Applies fertilizer to sod grass.
• Plants trees and shrubs.
• Inspects, installs, maintains, and repairs playground equipment.
• Orders parts and supplies; transports parts and equipment to work sites; maintains tools and equipment.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs basketball goals, nets, and poles.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of park maintenance methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance techniques.
• Skill in installing, repairing, and maintaining playground equipment.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Skill in operating hand and power tools.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math calculations.

Qualifications

Completion of specialized training in the occupational field, along with basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Sufficient experience, such as an apprenticeship or similar position for 1-2 years, to understand the principles relevant to the duties. Possession or ability to obtain a valid Georgia driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Physical Requirements

Work involves sitting, standing, bending, crouching, walking, or stooping intermittently. Occasionally lifting objects, climbing ladders, using tools or equipment requiring dexterity, and distinguishing shades of color. Specific physical abilities include balancing, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, manual dexterity, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

The work environment is throughout the facility, with exposure to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery, chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions.