Part-Time Parks Crew Worker

Fbgtx; Fredericksburg (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fredericksburg is seeking qualified outdoor maintenance staff to support parks and athletic fields. This full-time role involves operating irrigation systems, applying fertilizers and pesticides, and performing general park maintenance tasks in various weather.

Strong safety practices and the ability to follow English instructions are essential. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CDL and pesticide licensing are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school diploma/ or equivalent.
• CDL encouraged
• Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator license encouraged

Skills

Irrigation ops

Park maintenance

Safety awareness

Organizational skills

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Fertilizers/pesticides

Athletic fields prep

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL encouraged

Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator license encouraged

Job description

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Qualifications

Education and Experience:High school diploma/ or equivalent.CDL encouragedPesticide/Herbicide Applicator license encouraged

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of equipment and irrigation operations.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in park maintenance and repair work, including the care of bushes, shrubs, trees and grass areas.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of good organizations skills to ensure that work is approached systematically, effectively and efficiently in order to attain desired results.
• General knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to acquire sufficient skill in using tools and equipment used for the various tasks and functions described above.
• Ability to properly apply fertilizers and pesticides in the maintenance of lawn and other landscaped areas.
• Ability to prepare athletic fields for league and tournament play as well as for everyday use.
• Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy loads.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and other city employees.
• Must be able to assist and work during emergency situations.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service during daily interactions with the public including city citizens and tourists.
• Ability to physically perform the essential functions of the job.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed primarily outdoors and may require extended periods of standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, and working in adverse weather conditions.
• The position requires sufficient strength, mobility, coordination, and endurance to perform manual labor; operate tools, equipment, swim, lift objects of 100 lbs. without assistance.
• This position may involve exposure to chemical fumes, airborne particles, and noise. Employees must be able to work safely in these conditions and follow all required safety procedures and wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• This position requires the ability to listen and communicate effectively in English over the phone, email or text.
• Work is performed primarily outdoors.
• Physical strength and ability sufficient to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, sometimes under dirty and uncomfortable conditions and in all kinds of weather.