The position performs all tasks and duties that are required for the proper, orderly, and effective maintenance of the Community Center’s buildings, parks, fields, ball diamonds, recreation and sports equipment and other facilities under the jurisdiction of the Branford Parks and Recreation Department.
Essential Job Functions;
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position
- Maintains general order and cleanliness of all assigned facilities.
- Inspect facility and the surroundings to help insure safe and proper conduct of patrons
- Maintain supplies needed for all restrooms, kitchens, etc.
- Assume all routine tasks, including sweeping, scrubbing, dusting, and polishing floors, washing walls, washing windows, cleaning restrooms, walks, fields, and fixtures, perform painting and general repair work at the centers, fields, cleans all sidewalks after snow or other weather conditions including snow removal, etc.
- Assist with the refinishing and preparation of the gym floor and conference and all-purpose rooms.
- Load and unload supplies and materials
- Keeping all department vehicles and equipment clean and in proper running order
- Cut grass and other landscaping responsibilities for all Parks and fields
- Keep all fields and parks clean, tidy, and neat
- Mark all softball, baseball, football, and soccer fields, or other recreation areas necessary
- Assist with the moving of playground equipment and supplies when needed.
- Assist with the set-up, general maintenance, and tearing down of the Town beaches, such as floats, lifeguard stands, etc.
Other Functions:
Perform other related duties as may be directed by the Lead Maintainer/Supervisor. Drives recreation van on assigned field trips.
Supervision:
Supervision received: Works under the immediate supervision of the Lead Maintainer/Supervisor.
Supervision Given: None
Minimum Required Qualifications:
: Any combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.
Valid state driver's License. CDL endorsement preferred.
Knowledge: Of equipment, materials and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance; some knowledge of equipment and supplies used to do minor repairs; some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions. OSHA 10 certified is preferred.
Ability: To work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule; ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions; ability to communicate orally and in writing; ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely; ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions; ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
Skill: In operation of listed tools and equipment.
Tools and Equipment Used
Pickup truck and drive15 passenger van, if CDL licensed; must know how to safely use lawn and landscaping equipment, including tractors, mowers, air purifiers, chain saw, edger, weed trimmers, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, irrigation systems; miscellaneous hand and power tools for turf maintenance, carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and cement finishing work; swimming pool equipment including chlorination system, pumps, boiler, valves, filtration devices, gauges, etc.; janitorial equipment including floor buffers, steam cleaner, carpet cleaners, washers, vacuums, mops, broom, and dusting equipment.
Job 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $26.14 per hour
Expected hours: 19 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Overtime
Work Location: In person