Parks & Open Space Technician III

Town

Job Location:

Frederick, MD - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 23 - 30

Posted on: 7 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsive recruiter

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
Wellness resources

FLSA STATUS: Full-Time Non-Exempt Hourly
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Open Space

REPORTS TO: Parks Manager/Open Space Manager

HIRING RANGE: $23.30 - $30.59 per hour
TOTAL Range: $23.30 - $36.70 per hour

NATURE OF WORK

The mission of every employee at the Town of Frederick is to Foster an Exceptional and Inclusive Community that is Built on What Matters. Each employee is measured by the ability to adhere to the Towns core values of Family Respect Empowerment and Dedication.

Under general supervision the Parks and Open Space Technician I/II helps bring the departments motto to life by creating spaces and places for residents and their families to thrive. This position plays a hands-on role in maintaining safe welcoming and well-cared-for public spaces throughout the Town including parks open space trails medians rights-of-way municipal grounds lakes ponds and other community amenities.

The role supports the daily care improvement and operation of Town outdoor spaces through landscape maintenance turf care irrigation support trail and amenity maintenance equipment operation snow removal public interaction and support for Town programs and events. As assigned this position may also support golf course maintenance.

This position will be staffed as a Technician I or Technician II based on experience certifications demonstrated skill level and operational need.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.

Performs maintenance and repair duties for Town parks open space trails municipal grounds rights-of-way medians lakes ponds golf-related grounds or facilities and other assigned public amenities.
Maintains turf landscaped areas trees shrubs flowers beds hardscapes and natural areas through mowing watering trimming pruning planting weeding fertilizing edging renovation removal and general upkeep.
Maintains open space areas trail corridors waterways lakes undeveloped properties and related amenities including weed control invasive tree and shrub control trail maintenance litter control wildlife and fish issue monitoring and general site maintenance.
Operates inspects and performs routine maintenance on vehicles tools and equipment used in parks open space landscape irrigation snow removal and related maintenance operations.
Maintains and repairs irrigation systems including sprinkler heads valves drip systems field adjustments and basic irrigation plumbing repairs.
Repairs and maintains public amenities and facilities including playground equipment picnic tables benches restrooms grills signs trash receptacles and related infrastructure.
Applies herbicides pesticides fertilizers and related materials in accordance with applicable laws safety standards certifications and Town procedures; maintains required usage records.
Supports snow and ice control operations including clearing snow leaves and debris from sidewalks trails rights-of-way facilities sports fields courts and other assigned areas.
Sets up appropriate traffic control devices when working in rights-of-way medians or other public work areas.
Assists with setup teardown and logistical support for Town programs events and public activities.
Supports Town golf course and golf shop operations as assigned which may include golf course grounds maintenance facility upkeep event setup course amenity maintenance and occasional operational support.
Responds professionally to on-site questions from residents staff contractors and the public; refers complex or sensitive matters to the appropriate supervisor.
Follows safety practices uses proper personal protective equipment identifies hazards and reports maintenance safety or operational concerns.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of parks open space landscape turf tree shrub trail irrigation and general grounds maintenance practices.
Knowledge of safe work practices traffic control procedures equipment operation chemical handling and applicable maintenance standards.
Knowledge of tools and equipment used in parks and open space maintenance including trucks trailers tractors mowers skid-steers trimmers edgers blowers trenchers sod cutters hand tools and related equipment.
Ability to operate assigned vehicles tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions complete assigned work and communicate effectively with supervisors coworkers contractors and the public.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a field-based environment.
Ability to exercise sound judgment initiative and problem-solving appropriate to classification level.
Ability to provide courteous and professional customer service in public-facing parks open space golf course golf shop and Town facility environments.
Ability to learn and follow basic golf shop procedures including point-of-sale reservation cash handling inventory and customer service practices as assigned.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Education experience training and certification requirements are dependent on whether the position is filled at the Technician I or Technician II level. Technician I is generally entry-level while Technician II requires directly related experience demonstrated technical competency and greater independence in the field. Seasonal positions typically require little to no previous directly related experience although related experience in parks open space landscaping golf grounds maintenance equipment operation or customer service is preferred.

High school diploma or GED
Valid drivers license.
Must be 18 years old

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

Required certifications and training must be possessed at the time of hire or obtained within one year of hire.

Technician I and Technician II

First Aid CPR and AED certification.
Basic pesticide training.
Forklift certification.
Flagger certification.

Technician II Additional Requirements

Certified Operator Pesticide License in the Turf category.
One of the following:
- Landscape Technician Certificate one category.
- Irrigation Technician certification golf or landscape.

PHYSICAL WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands listed herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. This list may not be all-inclusive.

This position includes sitting standing walking crouching squatting kneeling bending twisting climbing and balancing on a frequent to constant basis. Due to the physical nature of this position sufficient physical stamina mobility and dexterity are required as is the ability to hear and see to safely perform assigned tasks. Applicants must successfully pass a physical examination prior to being hired.
Must be able to frequently lift and or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds.
Must be able to read Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) before handling toxic or caustic chemicals or any other material requiring an MSDS.
Employees are frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions as work is most frequently performed outdoors. Employees may be exposed to inclement weather conditions including moisture humidity and/or extreme temperatures ranging from over 100 degrees to below zero degrees Fahrenheit.
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts fumes airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals and vehicular traffic.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be very loud at times.

ADAAA ACCOMODATIONS

The Town of Frederick is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment we will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment including completing the application process interviewing completing any pre-employment testing participating in the employee selection process and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to Lori Trejo at or by phone at .

The Town of Frederick is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age race color ancestry religion creed national origin gender physical or mental disability sexual orientation gender identity or veteran status. The Town complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375 Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veterans readjustment Act of 1974 the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 as amended the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 the Civil Rights Act of 1991 and all civil rights laws of the State of Colorado. Accordingly equal opportunity of employment shall be extended to all persons and the Town shall promote equal opportunity and treatment through fair and equitable hiring practices. The Town of Frederick Administration Building is located at 401 Locust Street Frederick CO 80530.

Compensation: $23.30 - $30.59 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Town of Frederick is centrally located along the northern section of Colorados beautiful Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Frederick has experienced unprecedented population growth in the last decade but has managed to hold onto its small town 2019 Frederick was named the safest mid-sized city in Colorado and USA Today named Frederick the best place to live in the State of Colorado. We strive to be an employer of choice in the northern metro Denver area by offering our employees a rich benefits package competitive pay and a diverse and inclusive culture. We consider ourselves a family. We love to have fun we empower each other to do our best every day and we reach out to help each other whenever help is needed. We are dedicated to providing friendly efficient and innovative services and programs that serve to enrich the lives of our residents.

Required Experience:

Responsive recruiterBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingCompetitive salaryDental insuranceHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offTraining & developmentTuition assistanceVision insuranceWellness resourcesFLSA STATUS: Full-Time Non-Exempt Hourly DEPARTMENT: Parks an...