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HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks Maintenance I - Part Time/SeasonalJEFFERSON COUNTY Job Description Job Title: Parks Maintenance I - Part Time/Seasonal Department: Public Works Division: Parks and Recreation Reports to: Parks and Recreation Manager FLSA Exempt: No Union: Teamsters BBP: Yes Salary Level: A6-A Location: Approved by: County Parks and Facilities , (� Human Resources Manager Approval date: December 2020 SUMMARY: This position performs daily maintenance of County parks and County facilities and grounds to ensure adequate customer service and safety for users by performing the following duties. This is a seasonal position typically filled during the Parks high -use period (March through October). No minimum amount of seasonal work is guaranteed. Benefits for seasonal positions differ from full- time employees, as covered in Article I of the Teamster Contract. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Performs repairs and maintenance in County parks and on park equipment, and maintenance on the grounds of various County facilities including roads, trails, buildings and athletic fields. Operates athletic field maintenance equipment, mowers, striping machine, weed eater, chainsaw, tractor, loader and other small tools and equipment and hand tools. Performs grounds maintenance duties such as watering lawns, mowing, weeding, raking, sweeping, clearing brush, picking up trash, pruning and landscape tasks. Performs tasks involving athletic field maintenance and preparation such as lining and marking fields, placing barrier ropes, moving bleachers, top dressing, mowing, fertilizing, repairing irrigation systems, putting in bases, setting up soccer goals, football goal posts, and all other equipment necessary for field participants. Performs and assists with maintenance tasks such as painting, light carpentry, repairing playgrounds, mending fences, and installing park furniture. Performs general building custodial work of cleaning bathrooms and outhouses, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning trash containers and other duties associated with cleanliness of facilities. Depending on work scheduled, may open, monitor and close facilities and campgrounds practicing safety and security measures as assigned. Collects campground fees. Jefferson County Job Description: Parks Maintenance I - Part Time/Seasonal Page 2 of 5 Must observe work areas, identify needs, develop plan, and implement the work. Prioritizes the times and duties to best complete the assigned tasks. May oversee activities of casual labor and seasonal workers as well as Community Service workers and volunteers as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. COMPETENCY: Analytical -Collects and researches data. Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources. Customer Service — Provide information, guidance and support to various customers including park users, athletic field users, coaches, volunteers, campground visitors, and facility event organizers for example. Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment -free environment. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Planning/Organizing - Assigns priority and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Monitors own work to ensure quality; Creates high quality work product. Quantity — Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Safety and Security- Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability- Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Problem Solving —Works well in group problem solving situations. Technical Skills — Uses a variety of computer software applications to complete duties; Pursues training and development opportunities; Shares expertise with others. Customer Service — Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills — Maintains confidentiality; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' Jefferson County Job Description: Parks Maintenance I - Part Time/Seasonal Page 3 of 5 ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Participates in meetings; Communicates with a variety of internal team members, customers and members of the public. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork — Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Organizational Support - Supports organization's values; supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision -making process; Makes timely decisions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of database software; internet software; spreadsheet software and word processing software. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Washington State Driver's License. Possession of, or ability to obtain a basic First Aid Card and CPR Certification. Jefferson County Job Description: Parks Maintenance I - Part Time/Seasonal Page 4 of 5 OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Familiarity with hand and power tools, equipment and techniques commonly used in performing maintenance and related tasks. Ability to stay abreast of current trends, issues, practices, etc, in the parks Maintenance field. Knowledge of irrigation practices, irrigation system repair, and monitoring. Knowledge of landscape maintenance, techniques, methods, and equipment needed in performance of duties. Knowledge of athletic field maintenance and repair. Ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in events, remain calm in stressful situations, relate to various personality styles in a calm, professional manner. Working knowledge of county policies, procedures and safety practices as it relates to duties. Good physical condition and the ability to work in a variety of weather conditions. Familiarity with tools, instruments, equipment and techniques commonly used in the performance of field maintenance, landscaping and irrigation. Effective collaborative skills for working with internal and external customers in respect to organizational requirements. Ability to work on Saturday and/or Sunday. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Jefferson County Job Description: Parks Maintenance I - Part Time/Seasonal Page 5 of 5 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. CAREER LADDER/SKILL BAND This position is in the Parks Maintenance Skill Band.