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NEOGOV · 5 months ago

Parks Maintenance Aide I/II (temporary part time)

Davis, CA

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$16.55/hr - $18.27/hr

NEOGOV is a company that provides innovative solutions for public sector organizations, and they are seeking a Parks Maintenance Aide I/II to assist in the maintenance and upkeep of parks and community spaces. The role involves performing a variety of tasks such as landscaping, irrigation repairs, and maintaining athletic fields while ensuring a positive customer service experience.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Maintain basic landscaping in recreation, civic and play areas

Assist with irrigation system repairs by manual labor

Operate small power tools, such as hedge clippers, weed eaters and trimmers

Perform general porter services and grounds cleaning, including picking up waste, rubbish and paper

Assist with planting, watering, weeding, trimming, renovation, and fertilization of lawns, shrubs, trees and flower beds. Spade and otherwise cultivate ground around plants and shrubs

Rake leaves, clean walkways, fields, courts and other facilities; load trimmings on trucks

Assist with maintenance and preparation of athletic fields

Drive vehicles used to transport materials, tools and equipment as required; clean and maintain park maintenance equipment

Assist in moving and installing park and recreation equipment such as bleachers, backstops and playground equipment

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other city employees and the public using principles of good customer service

May be assigned to parks, greenbelts, downtown and/or sports fields

Perform related duties as assigned

Qualification

Basic landscaping knowledgeSmall power tools operationWork safety principlesCustomer service skillsHeavy manual laborProblem solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Must be 18 years of age or older

Must have a valid California Class C driver's license

Must have formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance

Knowledge of basic principles and practices of work safety

Ability to perform heavy manual labor, and follow oral and written instructions

Ability to demonstrate energy, enthusiasm, and creativity in the job position

Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships and communication with co-workers, other City staff and community members

Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in park maintenance work

Principles and practices of work safety

Basic construction and repair methods

Ability to perform heavy manual labor

On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules, identify and locate equipment, remember equipment location

Learn to operate a variety of small power tools

Understand and follow oral and written instructions

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Staff should be prepared to work in an outdoor setting

Staff are required to wear a mask/face covering and should be prepared to demonstrate physical social distancing standards in line with current guidelines and requirements to keep all staff and community members safe

Must be able to exercise appropriate caution when working in or near parks, greenbelts and pedestrian or traffic areas