Parks & Rec Maintenance Worker II

City of Muskogee; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Muskogee is seeking a Parks and Recreation Maintenance Worker II to perform semi-skilled tasks in maintenance and renovation of City facilities, parks and grounds. Responsibilities include operating lawn care equipment, applying pesticides, and assisting in repairs of park infrastructure.

The role requires the ability to work outdoors, lift and carry loads, follow safety procedures, and report to work regularly. Valid Oklahoma driver’s license is required; high school diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• One year of experience as a trades helper or maintenance laborer in construction/maintenance trades, preferably with light to medium equipment.
• Good knowledge of manual labor work practices and safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Operate push mower, riding mower and weed trimmer.
• Maintain park areas; keep restrooms and common areas clean.
• Repair and maintain City parks, pools, fences, equipment and irrigation systems.
• Participate in special events set-up.
• Must report to work on a regular and timely basis.

Skills

Manual labor knowledge

Reading & writing

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mower

Weed trimmer

Power tools

Light to medium construction equipment

Automotive equipment operation

Job description

Purpose Of The Classification

Responsible for performing semi-skilled tasks; works on individual job assignments or as a member of a work group engaged in planned or scheduled general maintenance or renovation activities involving City properties and facilities to include public buildings, grounds and streets. Duties often include the operation of light to medium sized vehicles and construction equipment. Other related duties as assigned.

• Operates push mower, riding mower and weed trimmer.
• Applies pesticides, herbicides and waters landscaped areas.
• Operates hand tools, power tools, light trucks and tractors.
• Maintains park areas; picks up trash and debris, cleans restrooms and office/break room areas.
• Participates in the repair and maintenance of City parks, pools, fences, playground equipment, sports fields, irrigation system and other related facilities.
• Performs special events set‑up.
• Performs other work as necessary and or as assigned.
• Must report to work on a regular and timely basis.

Essential Tasks

• Operates push mower, riding mower and weed trimmer.
• Applies pesticides, herbicides and waters landscaped areas.
• Operates hand tools, power tools, light trucks and tractors.
• Maintains park areas; picks up trash and debris, cleans restrooms and office/break room areas.
• Participates in the repair and maintenance of City parks, pools, fences, playground equipment, sports fields, irrigation system and other related facilities.
• Performs special events set‑up.
• Performs other work as necessary and or as assigned.
• Must report to work on a regular and timely basis.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position.

Reporting Relationships

The Parks and Recreation Maintenance Worker II reports directly to the Parks and Recreation Maintenance Worker III.

The Parks and Recreation Maintenance Worker II does not have any direct reports or supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Training and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required and one (1) year of experience as a trades helper or maintenance laborer in any of the construction and maintenance trades, preferably including some work experience involving the operation of light to medium construction equipment.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Good knowledge of manual labor work practices, methods, tools and materials of varied semi-skilled general maintenance work; and good knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; ability to read and write; ability to use various types of mechanical tools and equipment; ability to operate various types of automotive and power equipment. Requires ability to courteously and tactfully communicate with fellow workers, supervisors, other members of the organization and the public in giving and receiving information. Must have skills in the operation of light to heavy automotive equipment and in the use of pertinent tools and power equipment.

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. On a case‑by‑case basis, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical requirements include occasional walking and standing; frequent lifting of up to ten (10) pounds and carrying of objects weighing up to five (5) pounds; occasional lifting of up to sixty (60) pounds and carrying of up to twenty (20) pounds; frequent reaching, handling and twisting; occasional balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling and climbing; vision, speech and hearing sufficient to perform essential tasks. Punctuality and reasonable attendance is essential. Must submit to drug screening and fitness to work physical exam.

Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Oklahoma Class D driver's license is required.

Internal candidates must receive at least an "average" on each rating on the internal evaluation form. If the internal candidate received a written reprimand their application will not be considered for six (6) months. If the internal candidate received a suspension or demotion their application will not be considered for twelve (12) months.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work in this classification is primarily outdoors. Will travel to other City locations as required. Exposure to wet, hot, cold and/or humid conditions. Requires ability to work weekends and holidays as required.

Notice:

This classification is a "safety sensitive" position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws. As a "safety sensitive" classification, the employee will be subject to drug and alcohol testing including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse the employee from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.

WORK HOURS:

7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Requires ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays with occasional overtime.

PAY GRADE:

33

All INTERNAL applications must be filed through the Human Resources Department, 505 Columbus St., Muskogee, Oklahoma.

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