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City of Garland

Parks Maintenance Worker

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A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.

$36,176 / year median in Texas

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Parks Maintenance Worker City of Garland - 3.2 Garland, TX Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Non-CDL Class C Full Job Description Summary Responsible for performing routine manual labor tasks for the maintenance and upkeep of City parks, grounds, buildings, athletic fields, aquatic areas, irrigation, and landscape. Responsible for operating basic tools, equipment, and machinery to accomplish tasks. Assignments are received daily and reviewed in progress and upon completion. Work is performed with close supervision following established procedures and safety guidelines.
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TBD Essential Duties and Responsibilities Mows, edges, trims, rakes, weeds, and removes litter and debris from parks, medians, rights-of-way, athletic fields, and landscaped areas. Perform tree maintenance and removal throughout at City parks, grounds, buildings, athletic fields and related facilities. Cleans and maintains park restrooms, pavilions, playgrounds, and other facilities. Assists Technicians with irrigation digs, pool operations, playground repairs, construction, and chemical applications. Operate tractor with mower attachments, including one ton truck with trailer, riding mower, edger, line trimmer, backpack blower, push lawnmower, small hand tools, etc. Supports setup and breakdown for athletic tournaments, special events, and seasonal programs. Operate a city vehicle to assist in carrying out routine maintenance. Follows safe work methods and reports hazards promptly.
Division-Specific Duties and Responsibilities Grounds:
Turf mowing, edging, graffiti removal, restroom cleaning, litter/debris removal, in parks and rights-of-way. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) Valid Class C Texas driver's license Physical Requirements & Work Environment Incumbent will be subjected to frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, lifting, reaching, pulling and pushing, and carrying up to 50 pounds. Work performed outdoors in extreme weather conditions, heat and cold, rain, humidity, wetness, insects. Exposure to dust, noise, fumes, traffic, and hazardous materials. May also be exposed to potential biohazards including trash, animal waste, bloodborne pathogens, and unsanitary conditions in public areas. May work in confined spaces, on ladders up to 12 feet, and near moving mechanical parts.