PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER New

Tasks

Prunes trees, trims shrubs, mows, and edges.

Responsible for trash and weed control.

Supervising Department of Correction (D.O.C.) workers (as utilized).

Performs sports field maintenance, including irrigation system installation and repairs.

Performs sprinkler and drip irrigation repairs and adjustments, fencing, top dressing, and base / plate / anchor installation.

Assists with over seeding, aerating, and mowing operations.

Assists with parks construction work, including pouring concrete, framing, painting, plumbing, roofing, paving blocks, and electrical repair.

Performs routine maintenance of equipment, tools, and vehicles.

Assists in assembling new and / or repairing existing playground equipment.

Helps with set-up and operation of special events.

Maintains municipal sports facilities.

Repairs bleachers, backstops, and fencing.

Sprays herbicides for pre-emergent and spot spraying of weeds, utilizing various chemicals, within landscaped areas.

Plants trees, shrubs, and turf; maintains landscape, crushed granite, and rocks.

Lines and drags baseball infields; installs new sports fields.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledges, Skills & Other Characteristics

Knowledge of :

Basic construction and maintenance practices, methods, and techniques.

Grounds keeping, landscaping, and building maintenance practices and techniques.

Department of Corrections Policies and Procedures.

Skill in :

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City staff and the public.

Operating mowers, blowers, weed trimmers, other small equipment and tractors.

Following oral and written instructions.

Using common hand and power tools.

Working outdoors in all weather conditions while performing vigorous physical activities.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

One (1) year experience in general maintenance work.

A valid Arizona driver's license required.

Arizona Pesticide Applicator License with License Category : Right of Way / Weed to be obtained within six (6) months.

Availability for weekend work required.

Available for on-call duties as needed.

Applicants must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate the needs of the department to include morning, evening, and weekend shifts.

Must be able to pass Arizona Department of Corrections background check.

Park Maintenance experience highly desired.

Commercial Driver’s License preferred

The City of Sierra Vista provides an equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons regardless of race, color, sex (to include lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, or transgendered (LGBT)), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetic information. The City of Sierra Vista complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all employment activities.

The City of Sierra Vista complies with the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodation during the recruitment or hiring process must be sent to the Human Resources Department.