Parks Maintenance Worker I - Weekends

City of Keller; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Keller is seeking a Parks Maintenance Worker I for weekend shifts to support the maintenance of city parks and public grounds. This full-time role involves performing essential tasks such as landscaping, event preparation, and keeping public areas safe and aesthetically pleasing. Applicants should have a high school diploma and prior related experience.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years work experience in landscape or grounds maintenance.
• Ability to work during weekends and some night-time hours.
• Valid Class C driver license is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain city parks, grounds, and athletic fields.
• Prepare for and execute events by setting up and taking down structures.
• Care for plants and trees including raking, planting, and irrigation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand-held power tools

Mowers

Tractors

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Base pay range

$18.64/hr - $18.64/hr

Position Function - Under the direction of the Director of Parks & Recreation and/or Designee, performs assigned duties to support the Parks Maintenance Division to ensure the proper maintenance of City parks, grounds, green spaces, athletic fields, and common areas for City owned property and/or facilities providing for a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment. ThIs position is required to work Fridays & Mondays 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m..

Essential Duties % of Performance

Performs duties necessary to support the Parks Maintenance Division to ensure the proper maintenance, repair and care of City parks, grounds, green spaces, right-of-ways, ponds, swells, berms, athletic fields, community and common areas for City owned property and/or facilities providing for a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment. Responsible for the care and replacement of plants and trees to include, but not limited to: raking, pruning, mulching, clearing, planting, minor irrigation install and repair, mowing, weeding, edging and painting. Responsible for safely using and proper care and maintenance of all tools and equipment necessary to complete projects, assignments and/or tasks. 80%

Responsible for preparing for events through constructing and/or deconstructing of fencing, barricades, chairs and stages, as well as “set-up” and “tear-down” tasks. Duties may include the cleaning of buildings and public restrooms, and moving office furniture. 15%

Performs additional duties as assigned. 5%

Total: 100%

Physical Demand Frequency

Balancing F

Bending F

Carrying F

Climbing O

Legend

Crawling R

Crouching O

C - Continuous

Fine Dexterity F

Foot Controls F

F - Frequently

Handling F

Hearing C

O - Occasionally

Kneeling O

Lifting F

R - Rarely

Pushing/Pulling F

Reaching F

N - Never

Standing F

Sitting O

Stooping F

Twisting F

Vision C

Walking F

Physical Demand Descriptions

(The following descriptions are provided as an example of potential physical and/or sensory activities and does not address the potential for reasonable accommodation; it is intended as general examples of possible physical/sensory demands that might occur during the performance of the position functions/duties, and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

Bending/Stooping/Twisting - set-up/tear-down events, trash/debris removal, digging/shoveling, trenching; concrete work, planting; landscaping, shoveling; etc.

Climbing/Balancing - Ladders, stairs, mowers, equipment/vehicles, tree pruning, play ground equipment repair, etc.

Fine Dexterity - phone, tools, equipment, etc.

Foot Controls - driving, mowing, walking on uneven terrain, etc.

Hearing - phone, assignments, communication with co-workers, supervisor, customers, work site, etc.

Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling - set-up/tear-down events, trash/debris removal, digging/shoveling, trenching, concrete work, planting, landscaping, etc.

Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling/Reaching/Handling - Up to 50lbs - work aids, equipment, tools, materials, set-up/tear-down events, trash/debris removal, concrete work, raking, mulching, digging/shoveling, trenching planting, landscaping, etc.

Standing - Concrete/asphalt work, trash/debris removal, "flagging" traffic, setting up/tear down work areas, digging/shoveling, trenching, planting, etc.

Talking - Communication with co-workers, supervisor, customers, etc.

Vision - driving, equipment, power tools, etc.

Walking - to and from shop, to and from buildings, at worksites, trash/debris removal, mowing, edging, concrete/asphalt work, uneven terrain, etc.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and/or Work Aids

(The following list is intended to provide examples of possible machines, equipment, tools and/or work aids that might be needed to perform position functions/duties and should not to be construed as a comprehensive or complete catalog. This list does not include and does not supersede any requirements with respect to safety or protective equipment, uniforms, apparel, gear or apparatuses required for the performance of any duties described herein.)

Heavy equipment; hand-held power tools and equipment (gas & electric); mowers; tractors; hard hat; safety and/or protective clothing (e.g., hardhat, goggles, gloves, ear, etc.); steel-toed or composite-toed safety boots/shoes; etc.

Environment

Duties are performed primarily within an outdoor environment or setting. Possible exposure to electrical & chemical hazards, water, vibration, loud noise, inclement weather, and dust, allergens, mold, inclement weather/extreme temperatures, etc.

Requirements/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Required knowledge and experience is normally obtained through the completion of a curriculum resulting in either a High School diploma or GED, and one (1) to three (3) years work related experience in landscape, grounds maintenance, or related field is required.

Must exhibit attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.

Must be able to communicate and present oneself in a professional manner.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working and professional relationships with City employees and officials, and the general public.

Ability to take and follow oral instructions.

Ability to read and understand instructions and product directions.

Ability to work under high demands, short time constraints, and the pressure of a fast-paced work environment.

Ability to work during weekends and night-time events and hours of operations.

Skilled in operating ride and push mowers, and hand-held and/or power tools.

Must possess a valid Class C driver license.

Must pass all post offer pre-employment processes and/or procedures, to include but not limited to Drug Screen, Physical Examination, and applicable Background Checks.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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