Job Description
JOB To perform a variety of duties involved in the maintenance of parks, trails, and related facilities.
Note:
This is a temporary, seasonal position. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Perform a full range of turf maintenance duties, including but not limited to: watering, mowing, weeding, trimming, aerating, renovating, and fertilizing turf. Perform a full range of shrub and flower bed maintenance; plant, water, fertilize, and maintain landscaped areas including bushes, trees, flowers, and shrubs; control weeds. Trim and prune bushes, trees, and shrubs to provide clearance of sidewalks, signs and lights, as well as to ensure the continued health of the bush, tree, or shrub. Perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of the irrigation system; change and adjust heads; maintain controllers; assist in irrigation system installation and maintenance projects. Operate A full range of grounds maintenance vehicles and equipment including dump trucks, mowers, edges, blowers, forklift, tractors, loaders, and hand and power tools; maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance on equipment. Inspect and maintain play equipment, picnic tables, and other related parks equipment and facilities; install and repair playground equipment, fences, and other related parks equipment and facilities; sand and paint trash receptacles, picnic tables and related items. Identify plant and animal pests to be controlled; measure, mix, and apply chemicals to trees, shrubs, grass, and flowers to control weeds, insects, and plant diseases; set and monitor rodent traps. Remove fallen trees, stumps, fallen limbs, and related debris resulting from storm damage and general conditions. Patrol parks and trails; identify maintenance needs and safety hazards; report needs to appropriate staff. Remove graffiti along trails, in parks, and in other areas. Rake leaves and clear debris from walks, trails, fields, and other facilities; sweep trail roads and parking lots; pick up trash. Clean and maintain restrooms; stock restrooms with necessary supplies; repair toilets, urinals, and faucets. Identify equipment needs for each assigned project. Perform winterizing maintenance in parks, gardens, and County owned facilities; remove snow. Inspect and maintain play equipment, picnic tables, and other related parks equipment and facilities; install and repair playground equipment, fences, and other related parks equipment and facilities; sand and paint trash receptacles, picnic tables, and related items. Determine appropriate methods, sequences, and layout of work detail. Assist in the construction of various projects; assist in the maintenance of roads and parking lots. Assist in the set-up and removal of equipment needed for special events. Deal courteously and tactfully with the public in response to inquiries and complaints; provide information regarding rules and regulations of the parks, trails, and other facilities. Supervise seasonal and volunteer staff. Assist in the setup and operations of the Adams County Fair; prepare signs. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Experience:
Some grounds maintenance or related experience. Education and Training:
Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance. License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license. Background Check:
Must pass a criminal background check. Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: Ability to sit, stand, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 50 pounds. Exposure to noise, outdoors, confining work space, electrical hazards, chemicals, dust, and mechanical hazards. Availability for on-call and stand-by call.
