What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker - Litter Crew position at City of DeSoto?
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We LOVE DeSoto
•L- We lift up our community
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We LOVE DeSoto
•L- We lift up our community
•O- We take ownership of our collective performance
•V- We value and respect all employees
•E- We empower employees to grow
The purpose of this position is to ensure City parks and public areas are maintained and provide a clean and safe public park environment. This is accomplished by completing maintenance and repairs to City grounds; operating equipment; performing minor equipment repairs; maintaining park and playground equipment; performing landscaping duties; cleaning and maintaining public restrooms; setting up and breaking down equipment for events; and removing graffiti. Other duties include operating City vehicles and responding to emergency maintenance requests.
- Maintains the appearance and safety of grounds, medians, rights-of-way, and other property by mowing, trimming and edging; spraying shrubs and trees with fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides; removing debris; maintaining irrigation systems; and planting grass, flowers, trees and shrubs.
- Ensures the readiness of athletic fields by leveling and smoothing the surface; painting; striping; prepping for play; completing repairs; and inspecting equipment.
- Maintains the appearance and safety of playground and picnic areas by removing litter; emptying trash; and inspecting, repairing or replacing worn or damaged equipment.
- Maintains vehicles by checking fluids; stocking vehicles with equipment, materials, and supplies; logging mileage and related information; and reporting maintenance or repairs.
- High School diploma or equivalent
- **This position requires a work schedule of Thursday-Monday/6am-2:30pm.**
- Knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of parks, roadways, and landscapes
- Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear and procedures
- Skill in the use of hand and power tools
- Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials
Salary : $37,164 - $54,258
