Parks & Recreation Maintenance Specialist

Parks & Recreation Maintenance Specialist

Grantsville, UT, USA

24.18-26.35 per hour

Hourly

Full Time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, URS Retirement System, 401k, Vacation Time, Sick Time, 13.5 Holidays and much more.

GENERAL PURPOSE :

Performs construction and maintenance work as needed, troubleshoots problems and completes work orders for Tooele County Parks and Recreation. Responsible to ensure all county Park and Recreation facilities and grounds are kept in good operation.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED :

Works under the general supervision of the Director and / or Parks and Recreation Supervisor

SUPERVISION EXERCISED :

None

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES :

Required to work variable shifts and rotating days to include holidays, including rotating 24-hour on-call shifts

Troubleshoots problems with electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and irrigation systems. Makes assignments for repairs on all county buildings and facilities.

Performs all levels of construction and maintenance of indoor and outdoor Tooele County Parks and Recreation facilities.

Performs maintenance and repair on sprinkling systems, plumbing, electrical, heating / air conditioning, roads, parking areas and RV park, landscaped areas.

Assures Tooele County Parks and Recreation Facilities are prepared for various events.

Performs construction work using a variety of materials wood, concrete, and steel.

Performs repair and maintenance work on all equipment used to maintain Tooele County Parks and Recreation facilities.

Ability to safely operate and maintain heavy equipment and various power tools.

Responsible to secure the facility at the close of operation.

Keeps maintenance records on all equipment and Parks and Recreation facilities of Tooele County.

Assures the safety of the employees and the safety of the public during maintenance and repair procedures.

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Graduation from high school, Maintenance experience is desired. OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Working knowledge of building and grounds utilities maintenance repair problems and techniques; working knowledge of safety precautions around power hand tools and medium to heavy-duty equipment; Ability to operate various hand and power tools utilized in building and grounds construction and maintenance equipment.

Must possess a valid (CDL) driver's license or be able to acquire one within three months of employment. Must possess certifications in at least one of the following heavy equipment : backhoe, track hoe, loader, grader, and forklift. Frequent lifting of 100 pounds This is often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces or at heights above the ground. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, heat, cold, and dust. Must have OSHA training for hazardous material handling and confined space entry. Ability to deal effectively and maintain good working relationships with other employees, private contractors, and members of the public; ability to think and act independently. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Must possess basic computer skills.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS :

• Thoroughness, planning and organization, neatness, and accuracy.
• Learning and knowing all phases of the job; recognizing and solving routine problems.
• Knowing the office policies, systems, and services.
• Compared to other employees, maintaining a competent volume of work in addition to regular tasks and a competent work speed.
• Being able to perform new duties, adjust to new situations, and control of self under pressure.
• Being resourceful; volunteering suggestions for work improvement; being self-starting; seeking new tasks; taking responsibility.
• Making decisions; studying and considering all facts; using common sense.
• Cooperating with supervisors and peers; accepting constructive criticism; seeking self-betterment through education and other means.
• Being friendly, helpful, and showing self-control.
• Being punctual in attendance.
• Being professional in dress and manner; showing good housekeeping of the general work area.

Tooele County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other protected class.