Parks Construction Worker I (West Central Community Center)

Job Posting

The City of Little Rock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Objective & Safety / Security Sensitive Designation

This position is designated as a safety / security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening. Job Objective : To perform construction, repairs, maintenance and equipment operation at City Parks and Recreation facilities.

Essential Functions

Constructs cement walls, sidewalks, and curbs for new and existing Parks and Recreation facilities, utilizing blueprint guides and specifications; makes cement and concrete repairs for existing facilities. Performs carpentry and masonry in the construction, installation, alteration and repair of new and existing Parks and Recreation facilities. Performs welding tasks in installing and repairing Parks and Recreation facilities. Builds and installs retaining walls for projects utilizing hand and power tools. Drives a light duty pickup truck and a one ton pickup to transport supplies, equipment and materials to job sites and unloads supplies, equipment, and materials. Checks fluid levels in vehicles and equipment before operation; transports vehicles and equipment to the Vehicle Maintenance Shop for repairs. Provides working supervision to Parks Maintenance Workers and part-time employees. Paints and performs other building and equipment maintenance. Installs, replaces, and repairs roofing for Parks and Recreation facilities. Supervisory Responsibilities : None.

Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements and Supervisory Responsibilities

These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of one (1) year of experience in construction work of a semi-skilled nature and one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. Additional Requirement : Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position. Disclaimer : This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Application Requirements

Online applications preferred. Applicant's answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically. Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate. Testing requirements include a written exam or practical skills assessment. List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications. All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message / email address listed on account. You may check your inbox in your LRjobs.littlerock.gov account to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications. Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account at LRjobs.littlerock.gov or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties.

Secondary Duties

Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of carpentry methods and techniques. Knowledge of masonry methods and techniques. Knowledge of the procedures involved in mixing concrete. Knowledge of the methods and procedures employed in concrete pouring and finishing. Skill in the operation of an automatic transmission automobile. Skill in the use of a variety of maintenance, hand and power tools. Ability to direct the activities of a crew of unskilled and semi-skilled workers. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to read and interpret blueprints. Ability to construct cement walls, sidewalks, and curbs. Ability to perform carpentry and masonry work. Ability to build and install retaining walls. Ability to install, repair, and replace roofing.

Physical Requirements - Representative of Those Required to Perform the Job

The physical demand characteristics and activities indicated below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Little Rock Benefits Non-Uniformed Union Eligible Full-Time Employees

Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) - The City pays a portion of the total cost of employee only health insurance. Coverage for an employee's dependents is available at the employee's option; the City pays part of the cost of this additional coverage.

Life Insurance - The City pays the total cost of employee life insurance. Amount of coverage is one to three times salary, based on job classification.

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) The City pays the total cost for employee AD&D. Amount of coverage is one times salary.

Long-Term Disability The City pays the total cost of long-term disability insurance. Amount of coverage is 60% of salary.

Retirement Our 401a pension plan requires contributions by both the City and the employee.

Vacation - Regular, full-time employees shall earn vacation Leave at the following rate : Days Per Year Up to 3 yrs. of service10 3 yrs. to 10 years of service15 10 yrs. to 20 yrs. of service18 20 yrs. of service and over22 Vacation may be accumulated; however, a maximum of thirty (30) days may be carried over to the next year.

Discretionary Days - Regular, full-time employees receive three (3) discretionary Leave days each calendar year. Discretionary days for new employees are prorated as follows :

Days If hired January 1 through March 303 If hired April 1 through June 302 If hired July 1 through September 301 If hired October 1 through December 310 Discretionary days will not be carried over to the next calendar year.

Sick Leave - Regular, full-time employees earn sick Leave from the first day of employment at the rate of twelve (12) days per year with a maximum accrual of 125 days.

Sick Leave may be used for personal illness or injury, medical, dental, and optical examinations, and pregnancy or any related disabilities.

Sick Leave may be used for members of the employee's immediate family (spouse and children). Procedures vary by employee group. Employees in non-union-eligible classifications should consult the Administrative Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual to obtain information about family sick Leave. Employees in union-eligible classifications should consult the AFSCME Statement of Agreement and / or their union stewards.

Funeral Leave - Regular, full-time, non-probationary employees shall receive up to three (3) days [four (4) for out-of-state funerals] with pay to handle necessary funeral arrangements or related business for a death in their immediate family. Immediate family shall be defined as mother, father, brother, sister, son, daughter, grandparents, grandchildren, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, spouse, or spouse's immediate family.

Longevity Pay - Longevity pay will be paid at the rate of $3 for each year of service up to and including the fifth (5th) year and $6 per month for each year of service beginning at six (6) years and for each year of service thereafter.