About This Position
Job Description:
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Pick up litter and service restrooms.
Perform grounds keeping and grounds maintenance tasks.
Operate hand tools.
Operate power tools.
Assemble and dismantle portable stages and seating arrangements.
Perform routine cleaning of facilities.
Operates vehicles.
Assist the public with questions/concerns.
Assist with graffiti or paint removal.
Responsibilities – Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of general grounds keeping processes, policies and procedures within the Parks and Recreation Department.
Knowledge of equipment used in grounds keeping or other related work.
Knowledge of minor construction.
Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Ability to operate power tools.
Ability to lift and carry equipment or materials applicable to the assigned work.
Ability to read and follow floor plan sketches and diagrams.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must have one (1) year of experience in the assigned area.
Licenses or Certifications:
None.
Preferred Experience:
Experience related to grounds keeping or general labor services in a park-like setting.
Experience using hand tools, powers tools, and other maintenance equipment including but not limited to, leaf blowers, string-line trimmers, walk-behind curb edgers, and large mowers.
Experience with minor plumbing repair.
Experience installing and/or repairing irrigation systems.
Experience in using cleaning materials.
Other:
Ability to travel to more than one work location.
Compensation Range:
Notes to Candidate:
The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department (APR) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.
The purpose of the Temporary – General Maintenance Worker I position is to provide general maintenance services to City of Austin Parkland. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assist crews with installation and repairs of irrigation and plumbing systems.
Perform park grounds maintenance and service various park areas.
Perform minor repairs/construction on assigned equipment.
Application Instructions/Job Requirements:
Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting – up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
Military/Veteran Preference for Interview Process: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.
Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to thirty-five (35) pounds.…