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Overview The Parks Technician II maintain and mow all City's developed and undeveloped parkland, facilities, right of way and beaches. This position requires the ability to train subordinates and operate various types of machinery to achieve beach maintenance standards. Parks Technician II requires knowledge of basic park maintenance functions to include best practices, irrigation repair and equipment maintenance and repair. Responsibilities

• Collects litter/large debris/animal carcasses/tree limbs from beaches, facilities and right of ways
• Reports any standing water or foul odors in restroom area
• Sanitizes restrooms and restock toilet paper, soap and hand towels
• Empties trash cans on the beach into trash trucks
• Operates a zero-turn riding mower, standup mower, push mower, tractors in different terrains/slopes
• Safely load and unload mowers, and other equipment on trailers
• Operates gas. electric equipment to weed eat and/or edge around sidewalks, fences, trees, shrubs, poles, signs, guardrails, inlets, meter boxes, alleys, blow grass clippings and other miscellaneous debris
• Conducts minor repairs to equipment offsite
• Abides by City and Department rules and regulations on operating city equipment
• Hooks up and detach trailer by themselves and make sure the brake lights are operating properly
• Operators must be able to negotiate turns in a safe manner without damaging trailer and tow hitch
• Drives passenger vehicles, utility vehicles and maintenance equipment safely
• Removes graffiti using chemicals or pressure washer
• Applies paint to walls, ceilings, poles, playgrounds, meter boxes, accessories and any other assigned location using a roller/paint brush
• Excavates land using shovels, augers and backhoe
• Installs new or transplant plant life such as trees, shrubs, flowers, application and distribution of compost and mulch by hand, hand tools or powered equipment
• Leads assigned staff to complete tasks assigned by Park Operations Technician III and Park Operation Supervisor
• Maintains preventative maintenance logs and submissions for fleet repairs Position Type and Typical Hours of Work
• Non -Exempt - Full-Time
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change. Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Two (2) years of experience Certifications, Licenses or other requirements Required
• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire Employment Testing Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

Criminal Background Check:

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Check:

Yes

Drug Screening:

Yes

Physical Exam:

Yes

FBI Background Check:

No

Police Background Check:

No

• Clearing House Query (CDL): No Basis of Rating A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview Supplemental Information
• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).

If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.