A Construction Helper or Worker works at construction sites and projects. Works as a skilled trades worker such as bricklayer, carpenter, painter, electrician or mason, or operates construction equipment.
Under the direction of the Parks Maintenance Leadman, the General Laborer performs a broad range of duties in grounds keeping, landscaping, and maintenance in parks and recreation facilities.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Maintains turf areas: mows, aerates, fertilizes, seeds, removes weeds, re-sods and edges turf areas using equipment and tools such as mowers, blowers, medium to heavy trucks, rototillers, shovels, picks, hoes, rakes, and edgers Plants and prunes trees, shrubs, groundcover, and flowers using equipment and tools such as chain saws, loppers and shears Prepares and applies pesticides and fertilizers Inspects parks, playgrounds, and recreation areas for hazards and unsafe conditions and makes necessary repairs or modifications Maintains non-turf areas: lays out field lines, levels dirt and waters multipurpose fields Maintains and repairs picnic tables, fences, benches, walkways, and playground equipment using tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, screwdrivers and hammers May perform minor cement work Repairs and adjust automatic and manual irrigations systems in park facilities. Responds to questions from the public Maintains simple records of activities General assistance to special events or activities Ensures use of safe and efficient on-site practices and procedures
OTHER DUTIES
Perform related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of use of the vehicles, equipment, material, power and hand tools Knowledge of common safety practices and procedures Knowledge of common safety hazards to be identified Knowledge of standard building and grounds maintenance techniques Knowledge of basic installation and repair of manual and automatic irrigation systems Ability perform routine tasks associated with maintenance of grounds and facilities Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions Ability to drive vehicles and equipment in the parks on the street Ability to perform rough carpentry work in repairing park items Ability to work odd and irregular hours including weekends and holidays Ability operate minor tools and equipment
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent Valid California driver license
