Parks Operations Technician I

City of Leander; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Personal protective equipment

Job summary

City of Leander is seeking entry-level Parks Technician to maintain parks, athletic fields, trails and greenways, and assist with events. The role involves mowing, irrigation, minor repairs, and facilities maintenance under close supervision.

Requires high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license with ability to obtain Texas license within 90 days, and ability to lift up to 100 lbs. Working hours include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to obtain Texas license within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum of six months related experience.
• Ability to lift/move 100 lbs and drag up to 150 lbs.
• Must wear city uniform and PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Excellent communication and ability to follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and perform park maintenance to keep City facilities safe.
• Mow, weed, edge, paint, carpentry, irrigation, and related upkeep.
• Maintain athletic fields and courts, including lining and field prep.
• Perform repairs to buildings, irrigation systems, and equipment.
• Assist with setup and teardown of festivals and programs.
• Keep records of work orders and city reports.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Reading comprehension

Multitasking

Flexible scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/technical or college degree

Tools

Mowing equipment

Irrigation systems

Carpentry tools

Concrete/masonry tools

Welding tools

Job description

Performs entry-level workmaintaining parks, athletic fields, trails and greenways, public common areas/spaces, irrigation systems, park structures, fixtures and recreational facilities, mowing, parking areas, litter and trash removal, minor construction and repair to facilities, and assists with special events and programs. Generally, this position uses basic skills and works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of specialized equipment and performs manual labor tasks to maintain safe parks and City facilities as assigned; duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Performs general park maintenance and repairs including mowing, weed eating, hand weed removal, edging, painting, masonry, carpentry, playgrounds/play structures, pavilions, fencing, lighting, irrigation systems, sidewalks, parking lots, picnic tables, dog waste stations, restroom cleaning, pest and weed control, tree planting and pruning, fertilization and trash removal.
• Ability to make repairs and perform maintenance to buildings, facilities, irrigation systems and equipment using carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical skills, and reports problems requiring additional attention.
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment including but not limited to hand tools, mowers, edgers, pickup truck, trailers, utility vehicles, tractors, front-end loaders, tillers, string trimmers, blowers, sprayers, chain and pole saws in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Prepares and maintains athletic fields and sport courts to include dragging and lining fields, setting bases, mowing, weed eating, irrigation repair, watering, cleaning, pest and weed control, fertilization and trash removal.
• Maintains, cleans and repairs swimming pool(s) and water-splash parks; performs plumbing repairs.
• Assists with the setup and teardown of festivals, special events, and programs to include, but not limited to staging, tables, chairs, tents, parking, trash removal, use of generators and light towers and other equipment, etc.
• Keeps records of work completed through the City’s work order system.

• Carries out various landscape management of the City’s open/public spaces and/or public safety facilities as assigned.
• Responsible for placing and taking down pavilion reservation signs.
• Provides Park and Facility visitors with information, directions, or other assistance, as permitted.
• Must be able to work flexible work schedule and irregular hours including evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned or scheduled shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• High school graduate or its equivalent.
• Must be able to work flexible work schedules and irregular hours including evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned or scheduled shift.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid Driver’s License from any state in the United States.And the abiity to obtain a Texas driver’s license within 90 days of hire, according to state law.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Minimum of six months of related experience.
• Certificate or degree from a trade or technical school, or college degree.
• Previous experience and knowledge of arboricultural and horticultural practices, operation of maintenance, and mowing.
• Previous experience in welding, metal fabrication, masonry, painting, carpentry, concrete, plumbing, electrical and heavy equipment.
• Experience working for a city, state, or county.

• Must be able to wear city provided uniform and city issued personal protective equipment - Steel-toed leather boots, gloves, eye protection, head protection, safety vest, and ear protection.
• Workers must follow safety procedures and use of safety equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate with other employees and the public in a courteous and diplomatic manner.
• Skill in operating assigned equipment, tools, and vehicles safely.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle and feel items; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crawl; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift or move 100 pounds and drag up to 150 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be considered.

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally loud.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.