Parks Grounds Specialist (Multiple Positions)(Austin Parks and Recreation)

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Job Description:

Parks Grounds Specialist

Purpose:

Under general supervision this position performs specialized maintenance construction and/or grounds keeping tasks in and around park grounds and recreational facilities.

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.

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled grounds maintenance tasks.

• Performs minor and major repairs

• Performs general concrete work.

• Operates department equipment

• Operates hand tools.

• Performs safety inspections and addresses deficits.

• Drives service vehicles.

• Removes graffiti or paint.

• Assists the public with questions and concerns.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership work assignments evaluation training and guidance to others.

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 (PARD).

• Knowledge of assigned areas (E.g. hike and bike trail surfaces athletic fields equipment etc.).

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of assigned equipment and vehicles.

• Knowledge of City practice policy and procedures.

• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in planning and organizing.

• Ability to operate power tools.

• Ability to lifting and carry equipment or materials applicable to the work being performed.

• Ability to train and lead others.

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus two (2) years experience related to grounds keeping or general labor services at least one (1) year of which is in the assigned area of specialization.

• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• If assigned to operate vehicles must possess the appropriate Texas Driver License for those vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Experience marking interments and monument settings at a Municipal Cemetery.

• Experience performing interment tasks.

• Experience related to grounds keeping or general labor services in a cemetery park or other park-like setting.

• Experience performing minor plumbing and/or irrigation system repairs.

Preferred Skills:

• Basic computer competency with Microsoft Outlook Teams Word and Excel.

• Reading interpreting and completing work orders.

• Using hand tools power tools and other maintenance equipment including but not limited to leaf blowers string-line trimmers walk-behind curb edgers and large mowers (propane gas and diesel zero-turn mowers).

• Driving a truck and trailer combination.

• Performing preventative and mechanical maintenance on mowing equipment.

Other:

• Ability to travel to multiple work sites throughout the workday.

Notes to Candidate:

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation (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! ClickHEREfor more information.

The purpose of theParks Grounds Specialistposition is to provide services to the park and cemetery. Other relevant duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform park grounds/cemetery operations tasks such as marking grave sites and marking monument setting.

• Train/Lead staff in performing Burial and Monument markings.

• Train/Lead staff mowing Cemetery Grounds and properly weed eating around all monuments/structures (historic/standard).

• Train/Lead staff in performing interment tasks.

• Train/Lead staff in performing monument setting/resetting.

• Ensure all work orders are filled out properly and returned to Crew Leader and/or Supervisor in a timely manner.

• Performs safety inspections and addresses deficits on the City of Austin five (5) municipal cemeteries.

• Performs minor repairs/construction on assigned equipment.

• Perform minor janitorial services and properly secure properties during the evening shift.

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.

• Skills Assessments:Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.

• Virtual Interviews:APRmay conduct virtual interviews.

• Military/Veteran: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.

• Driving Requirement:This position requires a valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with passenger endorsement or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet theCity of Austins Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite.To be considered for a driving position applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

• Physical Requirements:Tasks may involve bending lifting walking carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Work environment includes inside and outside environmental conditions extreme temperatures and hazards associated with equipment operation including fumes oils gases and mists. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate respond and work with participants needs and safety issues.

Other:

• Travel:If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of AustinDriver Safety Programyou may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

• 90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.

• Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace:AllAPRwork site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on anyAPRwork site including construction sites parking lots garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.

Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps including attachments and submission must be fully completed before that time.

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