Grounds Maintenance Worker, Part-Time

The Public Works Department is seeking highly motivated individuals to join its Grounds Division. Must be available to work approximately 36 hours per week, Monday through Sunday, with days and hours adjusted to meet the needs of the Department.
Definition:
Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled, and/or skilled manual labor in the maintenance and repair of public works facilities in the Grounds Division; and performs related work as assigned.

Maintenance Workers are expected to perform assigned activities without detailed instructions as to specific procedures to be followed and may assist in any division during special projects or emergencies. This is the journey level position in the maintenance class series.

All Assignments

• Perform unskilled, semi-skilled, and/or skilled manual labor in the maintenance and repair of public works assets including parks, graffiti removal, tree trimming and planting, and abatement of nuisances in the public right-of-way.
• Answer emergency calls from the public and other agencies taking appropriate action such as placing barricades, removing fallen trees and limbs, and emergency patching of streets or flood control facilities.
• Interact with co-workers at all levels in the organization in a collaborative and customer service-oriented manner.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
• Perform all duties within the context of the City's Mission Statement and Organizational Values.

Grounds

• Participate in the work of a crew engaged in the removal of graffiti including sandblasting, chemically cleaning, and painting surfaces; uses a variety of equipment and tools such as sandblaster, airless pump machine, rollers, trucks, etc.
• Participate in the work of a park maintenance crew in operating power and hand tools; operating, maintaining, and repairing in-ground sprinkler systems; cleaning walks, parking areas, and other areas of leaves and other debris; removing trash; operating blowers, sweepers, clippers, sprayers, and other equipment or vehicles; cleaning restrooms and park equipment; performing minor and major tune-ups, replacing parts or repairing equipment such as sharpening blades; perform routine maintenance and equipment safety inspections; assist tree trimming crews by chipping limbs, stumping, and trimming trees.

Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position is qualifying. A typical example includes:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Not required for this position.

• Two years of relevant maintenance experience.

• Common tools and equipment used in construction and maintenance work.
• Grounds maintenance methods and techniques.
• Trees and plants.
• Operation and maintenance of tools and equipment used in Grounds Maintenance.
• Basic safety precautions and procedures.
• Traffic laws, ordinances and rules related to truck and heavy equipment operations.
• Related laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Operate a variety of equipment and vehicles.
• Use of hand and power tools.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Keep accurate records.
• Perform heavy manual labor and physically strenuous tasks on a regular basis.
• Safely operate vehicles, equipment and stationary mechanical equipment and make minor adjustments and repairs.
• Respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner.
• Communicate effectively with a variety of personnel and establish/maintain effective working relationships.
• Learn and apply policies and procedures.
• Work safely, efficiently, and independently.
• Pour and mix concrete.
• Properly apply herbicides and pesticides in accordance with state regulations.
• Repair irrigation and sprinkler systems.
• Accurately read gauges and testing equipment.
• Deal tactfully and courteously with internal and external customers.

Training/Safety Requirements:

• This position is subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
• Job specific training will be provided according to job specification during work hours.

• Possess a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Due to safety regulations, when utilizing certain respirators and/or working with certain chemicals, incumbents may be prohibited from wearing contact lenses and/or glasses and beards, or other facial hair which may prevent a proper fit.
• Be available to work a varying and flexible schedule, Monday through Sunday, including holidays (hours/days to be adjusted as needed).
• Receive satisfactory results from a background investigation, a physical examination, which includes a drug screen, and an administrative review.

Category III - Heavy Physical Effort: This position requires exceptional physical ability associated with prolonged periods of heavy physical labor.

Characteristics: Positions in this category regularly perform heavy physical labor requiring ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and move heavy objects or materials. This category is distinguished from the moderate physical effort category by the greater physical demand for strength and endurance placed on the incumbent. Heavy physical effort is required while performing such tasks as operating heavy equipment, pouring concrete, masonry work, or preparing soil for landscaping. Physical functions may vary from position to position, but usually involve heavy physical exertion.

• Heavy Lifting: Lifting over 50 lbs., with frequent lifting, pushing, and/or carrying of objects weighing over 25 lbs.
• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, ramps, scaffolding, poles and the like; using feet and legs, and/or hands and arms.
• Reaching: Reaching above the shoulders to place and/or retrieve objects.
• Walking: Ability to walk for prolonged periods of time (usually a minimum of two or more hours per day).
• Standing: Ability to stand with little movement for long periods of time (usually a minimum of two or more hours per day).
• Agility: Ability to move quickly and easily, often including the ability to crawl, stoop or bend.
• Distant Vision (Acceptable for Driving): Not less than 20/40 in each eye without correction or must correct to 20/40 in each eye and wear corrective lenses whenever driving.
• Temperatures: Work in temperatures sufficiently high or low enough to cause marked bodily discomfort.
• Chemical or Biological Agents: Regular contact with potentially harmful chemical or biological agents.
• Fumes: Potential inhalation or contact with smoke, vapors, dust, or gases.
• Heavy Equipment: Operates various heavy equipment such as tractors, backhoes, graders, trucks, etc.
• Power Equipment: Operates power tools or other machinery that are potentially hazardous.
• Work Environment - Outdoors: Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Work Environment - Moving Objects: Ability to work around moving objects, machinery or vehicles.
• Work Environment - Surfaces: Ability to walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.
• Confined Space Entry: Ability to work in confined spaces using appropriate safety equipment.
• Heights: Ability to work on surfaces above 20 feet.

Details:

Department/Division: Public Works/Services

Reports To: Public Works Supervisor

Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal