Parks Operations Technician

Parks And Recreation Maintenance Worker

Under general supervision, provides manual labor to ensure the timely construction, repair, and maintenance of the City's park system. This position also performs routine maintenance of athletic fields and turf. This includes, but is not limited to : mowing, fertilizing, spraying, painting, and irrigating. Supports special events. Takes explicit direction from departmental supervision and carries out duties in accordance with established policies and procedures; exercises moderate levels independent judgement and initiative. Interacts frequently with department personnel and the external public.

Essential job functions and other important duties include :

• Construct and maintain assigned right of ways and City park grounds; mow, trim, edge, plant, water, and fertilize ground covering and shrubs; plant and trim trees; pick up litter and other debris.
• Performs repairs and maintenance on the City park buildings and equipment; minor plumbing, painting, sandblasting, light welding, replacing light bulbs, repairing park benches, etc.
• Respond to park patron routine inquiries and enforce park rules and regulations.
• Maintain City tools and equipment in safe and effective operating condition; make minor repairs and adjustments as necessary; report unsafe or inoperable equipment to department management.
• May be assigned temporarily to other departments to provide related support.
• Maintain City pool and pool equipment; brush, vacuum, check chemicals levels, and inspect equipment for safe operation; make minor repair and adjustments as directed
• Performs rounds of park facilities including restrooms to pick up trash, empty trashcans, and inspect areas for damage and vandalism of city assets.
• Remains accessible via personal cell phone to address job-related issues or emergencies using City applications.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Job qualifications include :

Knowledge, skills, and abilities needed & environmental factors and other physical requirements include :

If you are someone interested in making a difference in the community and wish to be a part of the Pflugerville team, go to pflugervilletx.gov under Employment Opportunities and apply today!