Parks Equipment Operator Ii

Salary: $21.43 Hourly
Location : Deer Park, TX
Job Type: Field
Job Number: 00981
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Parks
Opening Date: 12/18/2023
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of parks, open spaces, grounds, turf and related facilities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the immediate supervision of the Parks Operations Supervisor, Assistant Park Operations Supervisor and Crew Leader.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervises full-time, part-time, temporary employees and volunteers as assigned in the absence of Park Operations Supervisor, Assistant Supervisor or Crew Leader.
Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Mows and maintains park and open space areas; mows lawns; weeds; cleans and maintains courts and appurtenances; maintains sprinkler systems and assists in the repair and installation of sprinkler lines and heads.
Inspects, washes, and performs routine maintenance of drinking fountains and restrooms. Sweeps, washes, paints, and repairs or replaces outdoor tables and slabs.
Performs minor unskilled or semi-skilled maintenance of open space structures such as restrooms, shelters, maintenance sheds, playgrounds, etc. by performing custodial, maintenance, painting, plumbing, carpentry, and other unskilled and semi-skilled trades work.
Performs routine maintenance on lawn and power equipment. Plants lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers.
Carries out the seeding, fertilizing, top dressing, soil conditioning, watering, and the pest and weed control of parks and open spaces.
Maintains and adjusts specialized turf care equipment and tools, including electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, tractors, mowers, and irrigation systems.
Operates tractors, mowers, jack-hammers, welders, trucks, steam cleaners, power washers and other listed equipment as needed.
Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of building and grounds maintenance functions.
Collects and disposes of solid waste from buildings and grounds; picks up litter from premises.
Opens and closes, locks and unlocks facilities as needed.
Assists in setting up and taking down equipment for various functions and programs, prepares facilities for program use.
Installs and maintains goal posts and nets for sports facilities, such as soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball, tennis and basketball.
Assists in the construction of new open space facilities, including clearing, grading, drainage, and foundation work.
Keeps records of work completed.
Minimum qualifications & Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
Performs custodial work such as required and assigned, including: change light bulbs and fluorescent tubes; sweep floors; dump garbage and reline cans with liners; clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies; sweep; empty ash cans; clean spills; clean drinking fountains, mirrors, tables, walls, fixtures, blinds, light fixtures etc.; wash windows, walls, metal and woodwork; clean rain gutters; sweep roofs.
Drags ball fields; marks fields for games.
Performs backup duties for related positions, as assigned. Assists in the maintenance of swimming pools.
Serves as a member of various employee committees, as assigned.
Supplemental information
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.

Preferred:
(A) Commercial Driver's License endorsements or ability to obtain one.
(B) An Herbicide applicator's license or ability to obtain one.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Some 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.

1. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
2. 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.
Full Time Employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Annual Merit raises with strong performance rating
• Potential for annual Cost of Living adjustments subject to City Council approval
• Compensatory Time in lieu of overtime (for Non-Exempt roles only)
• TMRS Retirement Plan with 2 for 1 matching
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• PPO and High Deductible medical plans
• 100% coverage for wellness activities
• $150 Health Power/Healthy Initiatives Assessment
• Dental and Vision Plans
• 25K City Provided Basic Life Insurance (and reduced rates for supplemental life insurance)
• 1X annual life insurance plan with TMRS.
• Longevity Pay and Unused Sick Day Pay Incentive
• Vacation
• Holidays (10) Plus one Floating Holiday
• Employee Assistance Program
• Credit Union