Part-time Maintenance Worker IV (Grounds)

THE POSITION

Under general direction from the Full-time Senior Maintenance Supervisor - Grounds, Crew Leader, and / or Groundskeeper I & II, the Part-time Maintenance Worker IV performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to the care and maintenance of park grounds and related building facilities, as assigned. This position may also involve work related to routine park maintenance repairs, improvements, and construction. This position works 32 hours per week. The work shift start time typically will be either 6 : 00 a.m., 6 : 30 a.m., or 7 a.m., depending on the needs of the Park District, and this position may also be scheduled to work weekends and / or holidays.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to :

• Operation of various power mowing and edging equipment
• Pest and weed control spraying
• Application of various fertilizers
• Weeding and pruning
• Minor sprinkler system repair
• Landscape installation
• Ball field preparation
• Equestrian and multi-purpose trail maintenance
• Graffiti and trash removal
• Cleaning and upkeep of park and park building facilities (restrooms)

The position may perform minor maintenance of the equipment and other related work as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Requires a minimum of one (1) year of grounds maintenance or related experience; adequate proficiency in reading, understanding, and speaking basic English; a level of knowledge, skill, and ability in the area of grounds maintenance that allows this person to make a meaningful contribution towards the District's goal of providing well-maintained parks to the community; ability to be an excellent member of the team and also to work independently; ability to sustain an acceptable level of productivity.

License / Certification : Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent, a valid California driver's license and good driving record required. If selected for employment, the applicant must provide a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) (dated within the last 30 days) from the Dept. of Motor Vehicles, and a copy of diploma or GED certification. A CA Qualified Applicator's Certificate is desired.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS

Position will require standing or walking 70% of the time or more; occasional to frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching overhead or stretching and working on uneven terrain. There will be occasional crawling or climbing ladders and / or stairs; some lifting of 100 pounds or more and occasional to frequent lifting, carrying, pushing / pulling loads of 0-100 pounds; frequent handling and dexterity. This position will require the operation of some or all of the following equipment : power mowers, edgers, blowers, weed eater, tractor, rototiller, sprayer , chain saw, stump grinder, trencher, and District vehicles.