Park Worker Iii - Veterans Cemetery

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, to perform manual work involved in ground maintenance of Veterans Cemetery right-of-ways, boulevards, vacant lots, cemetery grounds, all cemetery facilities, and in the absence of the Supervisor, to supervise and participate in the work of staff involved in cemetery maintenance and development.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
The Park Worker III functions as a lead worker at a work site with some supervision.
IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Provide site supervision of other Veterans Cemetery employees in the absence of the supervisor. Assist the supervisor in the training of assigned staff. Including the training of employees in the proper and safe operation of all maintenance equipment and tools.
Operate various types and sizes of equipment such as tractors, riding mowers, mulchers, edgers, ditchers, and weed eaters in the maintenance of right-of-ways, boulevards, vacant lots, cemetery grounds, and all cemetery facilities.
Water and fertilize grass, trees, shrubs, and other plants; trim and prune trees and shrubs; prepare ground for planting; plant and transplant trees, shrubs, and grass; apply pesticides.
Paint, repair, and transport bleachers and picnic tables; paint, clean, and make simple repairs on cemetery equipment and facilities.
Sweep and clean sidewalks; pick up litter; clean restrooms.
Assist with light construction work such as fence construction, irrigation repair, and installation or forming and finishing concrete.
Operate larger maintenance and construction equipment such as front loader, backhoe, larger area mowers, and lift bucket. Operate cemetery maintenance equipment including mowers, tractors, trucks, chipper, bucket hoist, and various small types of equipment.
Assist with the daily and preventive maintenance of all equipment.
Perform minor pesticide applications such as glyphosate (Roundup).
Inspect assigned cemetery areas for present and future improvement and maintenance needs; review with supervisor any improvement on equipment, operations, or working conditions that may be used in the maintenance of the cemetery.
Complete required daily, weekly, and monthly work reports. Ensure that all assigned personnel comply with City, Department, and safety regulations.
Lead and participate in all maintenance and construction work assignments. Assist in scheduling cemetery maintenance and construction work in the assigned section.
Operate a City/State vehicle to travel to different parks, ballfields and facilities throughout the city, as needed.
Assist with grave digging and funeral service preparations, as well as other cemetery tasks as assigned by supervisor.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Cemetery maintenance, cemetery maintenance equipment, tools, and supplies, and basic maintenance of that equipment.
Landscape construction practices, methods, tools, equipment and materials.
Upkeep of turf, trees, shrubs, and other plants.
Mobile device and computer data entry for work order systems.
Safe driving principles and practices.
Skill to:
Operates a variety of maintenance and construction equipment, tools, and vehicles including pickup truck, tractor, riding mower, push mower, edger, chain saw, string trimmer, utility lift bucket, brush chipper, and front loader.
Operate a motor vehicle safely.
Ability to:
Lead a work crew in the absence of a supervisor.
Enter work related data on mobile device and/or computer for work order systems
Supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
Distinguish desirable plants from undesirable plants.
Complete digital and written work related reports.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Become familiar with the National Cemetery Administration’s and Texas Veterans Land Board regulations, policies, and procedures.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Lead, manage, and perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience working in a cemetery crew environment, preferably in a cemetery maintenance and development setting is preferred.
Education/Training:
Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
License or Certificate:
A valid Texas Class C or higher driver's license, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
Texas Department of Agriculture Non-Commercial applicators license or ability to obtain within 6 months is required.
Special Requirements:
Some exposure to noise, outdoors, vibration, chemicals, and mechanical hazards.
Ability to travel to different sites.
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
With or without accommodation, the “X” indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday:
___ Sedentary – lifting of no more than 10 pounds
___ Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds
___ Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds
_X_ Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds
___ Very Heavy – team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a typical workday as well as the overall frequency of the task:
Codes for how often:
N = No
E = Extensive (100 – 70% of the time)
M = Moderate (60 – 30% of the time)
I = Infrequent (20 – 10% of the time)
A = Almost Never (< 10% of the time)
Code / Task
_E__ Standing
_M__ Sitting
_E__ Walking
_M__ Lifting
_M__ Carrying
_M__ Pushing/Pulling
_I__ Overhead Work
_M__ Fine Dexterity
_M__ Kneeling
_I__ Crouching
_I__ Crawling
_M__ Bending
_I__ Twisting
_I__ Climbing
_M__ Balancing
_E__ Vision
_E__ Hearing
_M__ Talking___
Other: _______________