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Duties include providing leadership and technical guidance to crew members; participating in general park maintenance, with an emphasis on irrigation services utilizing irrigation testing equipment and 521 locaters; and the ability to operate equipment and drive a one-ton truck pulling a trailer. High school diploma or equivalent, a valid Class C Texas driver’s license and two years of increasingly responsible experience in park maintenance or a related field are required. Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. but schedule may also include some evenings and weekends.
PAY GRADE GG18 / FULL PAY RANGE $25.93 - $36.56 PER HOUR
Full Job Description
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Culture
The City of Irving Parks and Recreation Department is committed offering a welcoming environment to members, visitors and guests, and offers a variety of innovative programs to the community. There is a senior center, gazebos that can be reserved, picnic shelters, and buildings available for club and private use. Seasonal pools and two year-round indoor aquatic facilities also provide numerous opportunities for fitness and fun!
The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The City of Irving is dedicated to making diversity and inclusivity a priority, to continually refine and develop best practices, and to foster a participatory government. The city also acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.
Supplemental Information
THOSE WHOSE DATE OF HIRE (START DATE) IS FEBRUARY 19, 2023 THROUGH JULY 31,2024, ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A HIRING INCENTIVE!
- Individuals hired into this position will receive $1000 after their first 30 days of employment provided there are no documented attendance or disciplinary issues.
- Employees that successfully complete their 6-month orientation period will receive an additional one-time payment of $1000 provided there are no documented attendance or disciplinary issues.
- Employees that successfully complete one year of employment without
documented attendance or disciplinary issues will receive an additional one-time payment of $1000. - The maximum amount of hiring incentive that an individual employee may receive is $3,000.
