Senior Park Technician

City of Goldsboro; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Goldsboro is seeking a skilled Parks and Recreation Grounds Maintenance worker to perform a range of landscape and maintenance tasks across city facilities. You may lead crews of regular, part-time, and seasonal workers while ensuring quality and safety in all activities.

The role requires significant experience in landscape maintenance, ability to operate common grounds equipment, and a commitment to safety guidelines in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent with related trades experience.
• Five years of landscape maintenance and operation of landscape equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manages beautification, safety and maintenance of all park and recreational areas in Goldsboro.
• Performs skilled and semi-skilled grounds maintenance tasks.
• Loads and unloads material such as stone, gravel, dirt, mulch.
• Rakes, grass, leaves, brush; mows lawns; cleans grounds.
• Digs and backfills ditches; maintains parks and facilities.
• Leads landscape crews of regular, part-time and seasonal workers.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Crew leadership

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Reading and following instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

5 years landscape maintenance experience

Equivalent education/experience

NC Driver’s License

Tools

Lawn mower

Tractor/large equipment

Hand tools

Pesticide applicator tools

Irrigation equipment

Job description

Hiring range is negotiable between $42,495 and $55,239 depending on a candidate's qualifications and experience.

The purpose of this position is to perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance work on a variety of Parks and Recreation facilities' grounds and repair projects. May occasionally operate non-specialized equipment in connection with tasks or projects. May also serve as a crew leader of regular, part-time, and seasonal workers.

This job works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks. May also serve as a crew leader of regular, part-time, and seasonal workers.

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Manages the beautification, safety and maintenance of all the park and recreational areas in the city of Goldsboro.
• Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in grounds maintenance and landscape disciplines.
• Loads and unloads stone, gravel, dirt, compost, mulch and other supplies as needed.
• Rakes and loads grass, leaves and brush; mows lawns and cleans grounds.
• Digs and backfills ditches; assists with maintenance of parks and recreational facilities.
• Provides assistance to others as needed by carrying materials, tools and equipment.
• Prepares and maintains park facilities and grounds for events, reservations and day to day use by citizens and guests.
• Performs a variety of other heavy manual work in connection with the maintenance and construction of facilities.
• Serves as a crew leader of regular, part-time, and seasonal workers.
• Maintains the well-being and safety of work crews, and verifies they are following safety guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of the safe use, operation and preventive maintenance of the equipment to which assigned.
• Knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of assigned equipment. Ability to interpret and apply compliance with OSHA regulations, including PPE.
• Knowledge in turf, shrub and tree care.
• Knowledge in irrigation repair and installation.
• Knowledge of the application of turf products to control weeds and fertilization.
• Skill with equipment mechanical repair and preventative maintenance.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Ability to run landscape crews safely and follow all safety guidelines as directed.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to respond with courtesy to citizens.
• Ability to plan, obtain materials needed, and complete tasks on schedule.
• Ability to work with others in a team atmosphere.
• Ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to read, write and communicate directions.
• Ability to lead landscape crews in a productive and safe manner while ensuring quality.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by training in varied skilled trades with considerable related skills in parks maintenance or grounds keeping;
• Five (5) years of experience in landscape maintenance, turf management; and in the operation and maintenance of landscape equipment and other mechanical equipment;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain NC certified pesticide applicators license within one year of hire date.
• Ability to obtain NC certified pool operator’s certification within one year of hire date or Ability to obtain NC master gardener’s certification within one year of hire date (Placement will determine which certification is required)

Physical Demands:

• Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
  • Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
  • Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
  • Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
  • Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
  • Traffic; Moving machinery.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

The City of Goldsboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the City.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.