Service Maintenance Worker Semi-Skilled Parks and Recreation
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Service Maintenance Worker (Semi-Skilled) Parks & Recreation
Under general supervision operates equipment of various sizes and types utilized in the maintenance of City parks, playgrounds, softball fields, baseball fields, football fields, soccer fields, lakes, and recreation centers. Visually inspects assigned vehicles and equipment to ensure proper operating condition, informs supervisor and completes shop work order for needed repairs. Performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Operates mowers, tractors, backhoe, and dump trucks in support of maintenance and field preparation.
Use two-way radio to contact other vehicles, office personnel and supervisor.
Uses hand and power tools including power saw and limb chipper to cut vegetation and limbs on park property.
Uses rakes, shovels, and pitchforks to remove debris and clean up work areas.
Uses striper, sod cutter, top dresser and reel mower to prepare athletic fields.
Visually inspects vehicle to ensure signaling and safety equipment is operating properly.
Checks brakes, tires, and wipers to ensure proper operation and condition.
Checks fluid levels to include oil, hydraulic, and water, adds fluids as needed.
Completes shop work order for necessary repairs.
Ensures that vehicle/equipment is serviced at the designated intervals.
Inspects trailer connection to ensure lines are properly connected and to ensure electrical lines are functioning with signaling equipment.
Visually inspects tires to detect worn or damaged areas; using air pressure gauge ensures that tires are inflated to proper levels.
Refuels vehicle and gas powered equipment as needed.
Clean vehicles and equipment regularly to ensure a pleasing appearance.
Assists in other department as needed, such as repairs on Recreation Centers.
Attends departmental meetings and safety meetings.
Maintains uniform and safety attire to conform to dress code and safety rules.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience Guidelines Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:
Education/Training Have high school education, GED.
Experience Equivalent training and experience
Licenses or Certifications Required Hold valid state issued driver license
The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:
Knowledge of:
Organization and operational procedures of the Parks and Recreation Department.
Proper operation, use and maintenance of assigned equipment.
Policies, rules and regulations of the City of Phenix City.
Ability to:
Read and comprehend operator manuals, directives, gauges and indicators.
Write in order to complete non-complex forms and records.
Verbally communicate to converse with supervisors and co-workers regarding work related activities.
Count, add and subtract whole numbers.
Comprehend and follow verbal instructions efficiently.
Operate two-way radio to communicate with other work crews or supervisors and to receive dispatched information.
Exercise judgment particularly in tasks involving the safety of self and others.
Work under general supervision and carry out assigned tasks.
Work as a member of a team.
Operate tractors, mowers, top dressers and light trucks proficiently.
Operate equipment with minimal instruction from supervisor and veteran employees.
Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Physical Demands & Working Environment:
Environment: Primarily outdoor work.
Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details
Key Working Relationship: Supervisors, Crew Leaders, co-workers, and citizens.
Under general supervision operates equipment of various sizes and types utilized in the maintenance of City parks, playgrounds, softball fields, baseball fields, football fields, soccer fields, lakes, and recreation centers. Visually inspects assigned vehicles and equipment to ensure proper operating condition, informs supervisor and completes shop work order for needed repairs. Performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Operates mowers, tractors, backhoe, and dump trucks in support of maintenance and field preparation.
Use two-way radio to contact other vehicles, office personnel and supervisor.
Uses hand and power tools including power saw and limb chipper to cut vegetation and limbs on park property.
Uses rakes, shovels, and pitchforks to remove debris and clean up work areas.
Uses striper, sod cutter, top dresser and reel mower to prepare athletic fields.
Visually inspects vehicle to ensure signaling and safety equipment is operating properly.
Checks brakes, tires, and wipers to ensure proper operation and condition.
Checks fluid levels to include oil, hydraulic, and water, adds fluids as needed.
Completes shop work order for necessary repairs.
Ensures that vehicle/equipment is serviced at the designated intervals.
Inspects trailer connection to ensure lines are properly connected and to ensure electrical lines are functioning with signaling equipment.
Visually inspects tires to detect worn or damaged areas; using air pressure gauge ensures that tires are inflated to proper levels.
Refuels vehicle and gas powered equipment as needed.
Clean vehicles and equipment regularly to ensure a pleasing appearance.
Assists in other department as needed, such as repairs on Recreation Centers.
Attends departmental meetings and safety meetings.
Maintains uniform and safety attire to conform to dress code and safety rules.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience Guidelines Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:
Education/Training Have high school education, GED.
Experience Equivalent training and experience
Licenses or Certifications Required Hold valid state issued driver license
The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:
Knowledge of:
Organization and operational procedures of the Parks and Recreation Department.
Proper operation, use and maintenance of assigned equipment.
Policies, rules and regulations of the City of Phenix City.
Ability to:
Read and comprehend operator manuals, directives, gauges and indicators.
Write in order to complete non-complex forms and records.
Verbally communicate to converse with supervisors and co-workers regarding work related activities.
Count, add and subtract whole numbers.
Comprehend and follow verbal instructions efficiently.
Operate two-way radio to communicate with other work crews or supervisors and to receive dispatched information.
Exercise judgment particularly in tasks involving the safety of self and others.
Work under general supervision and carry out assigned tasks.
Work as a member of a team.
Operate tractors, mowers, top dressers and light trucks proficiently.
Operate equipment with minimal instruction from supervisor and veteran employees.
Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Physical Demands & Working Environment:
Environment: Primarily outdoor work.
Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details
Key Working Relationship: Supervisors, Crew Leaders, co-workers, and citizens.