Overview
RESPONSIBILITIES: Under general supervision, the Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker Classification performs a variety of semi- skilled and manual tasks in the routine maintenance and landscaping of parks, athletic fields, recreational facilities and other landscaped areas and other related duties. Depending upon department assignment, this position works under the direct supervision of the Senior Building/Parks Maintenance Worker, the Public Works Maintenance Manager or the Public Works Director. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Plants, waters, weeds, mows, renovates and fertilizes turf grass, flowers, shrubs, and other plants; Assists in planting, pruning, spraying and maintaining trees; Cleans and prepares recreation fields, Repairs park playground equipment, Picks up litter and debris; Operates power movers and other specialized turf maintenance equipment; Assists in the installation and maintenance of sprinkler systems; Operates a dump truck to pick up trash, tree limbs, and leaves; Delivers refuse to disposal site; Sweeps, mops, waxes, and polishes floors; Washes windows, walls and lavatories; Empties trash; Cleans and maintains restrooms and other park buildings and facilities; Maintains equipment used in the course of work; Performs minor building maintenance work; Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of: Methods, materials and equipment used in the maintenance and cleaning of buildings, parks, playgrounds, recreational areas and other facilities; Job safety policies and procedures; General safety practices.
Ability to: Understand and carry out oral and written directions; Work after hours and on weekends; Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Clean and care for assigned buildings and equipment such as mowers, edgers, and trimmers; Perform assigned tasks independently without close supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High School Diploma, GED, HiSET, or equivalent is required.
Experience: A combination of education, experience and/or training which demonstrates the required knowledge and ability to successfully perform the job duties.
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, or equivalent if a resident of another state. Must have and maintain a license which is insurable under the current City insurance policy.