Maintenance Worker / Parks District Five Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Maintenance Worker / Parks District Five City of Raleigh North Carolina – 4.0 Raleigh, NC Job Details Full-time $41,851 – $58,173 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Mid-level 1 year Communication skills Full Job Description JOB The Parks District Five Grounds Maintenance Worker is a part of the District Five horticulture team to maintain the landscape and grounds of the Central Business District of Downtown Raleigh.

About You:

You’re a motivated and successful candidate who communicates well, is reliable, is safety-conscious, and has a strong work ethic. You thrive in collaborative environments and are adept at balancing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. Your commitment to customer service and citizen engagement sets you apart, and you’re eager to contribute to the growth and development of the City of Raleigh.

About Us:

The PRCR Department plays a leading role in the quality of life and character of the Capital City. With nearly 10,000 acres of land, 220 parks, and 120 miles of greenway trails, the Department provides a wide range of facilities, amenities, and programs that support the social, cultural, mental, and physical well-being of citizens. The Department is guided by a comprehensive 20-year System Plan that identifies the overall vision of Bringing People to Parks and Parks to People.

The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department is seeking candidates who align with the City’s values, are team-oriented, and are leaders with passion and vision for parks and serving the community.

Work Hours:

This position works Monday – Friday; 6:00 am – 2:30 pm during the summer and may require working extended hours and weekends during storm events.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Maintains a variety of landscapes by weeding, pruning, trimming, mulching, and leaf removalAssist garden crew in installing and watering plants, pruning trees and shrubs, and removing trash and storm debrisSafely operates and maintains machinery, uses string trimmer, bed edger, backpack blower, hedge trimmer, UTV, pressure washer, push mower, various hand tools, etcPerforms preventative equipment maintenance, including sharpening blades, replacing worn/damaged parts, and conducting vehicle inspectionsAssist Gardeners in spraying pesticides, bed preparation, invasive plant removal, landscape installations, and beautification projectsAssists the city in cleanup and repair during inclement weather situations

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Knowledge of:

Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned workBasic mathematical conceptsOccupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practicesSpecialist equipment relevant to the area of assignmentUses and properties of supplies and equipmentCustomer service principlesModern office technologySkill in: Following directions and meeting standardsPerforming routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditionsOperating assigned tools and equipmentProviding customer serviceUtilizing a computer and relevant software applicationsUtilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

ADA and Other Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work:

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.

Note:

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.