What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker position at City of Fife?
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Under the general direction of the Assistant Parks, Recreation and Aquatics Director, prepare and maintain City recreational fields to ensure sporting events run smoothly and are in compliance with established guidelines, rules and regulations as well as assist with general groundskeeping duties within City Parks, trails and open spaces. Key responsibilities include; preparing baseball fields for practices and games, daily maintenance of parks and trails, working as a part of a team and providing excellent customer service. The work requires the safe operation of hand, power and automotive equipment to avoid injuries to the employee, other employees, the public and damage to City equipment, facilities and structures. Duties require interacting with the public respectfully and professionally. Work is performed outdoors in various weather conditions or inside depending on the assignment and the season of the year. Physical strength, agility, eye/hand coordination, normal vision and depth perception are required to perform duties. Must maintain flexibility and be available to meet with supervisory staff as required. Hours may vary; typically 40 hours/week. Scheduling flexibility is required; shifts will include weekends and occasional evenings.This position reports directly to the Parks Maintenance Coordinator II.This position is anticipated to last for 6-months from date of hire. Available shifts are: Friday - Monday, 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday hours may vary)Thursday - Sunday, 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday hours may vary)
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.Prepare and maintain City recreational fields to ensure sporting events run smoothly and comply with established guidelines, rules and regulationsDrag, rake, chalk, line and set bases for recreational fields as necessaryDaily general maintenance of parks, trails and facilitiesClean and maintain restroom and picnic shelter complexesGather and dispose of litterOperate hand, power and automotive equipment while exercising safety precautions to avoid obstacles and peopleOperate various tools including, but not limited to, shovel, rake, weed eater, mower, blower, specialized baseball equipmentAssist in preparing facilities and setting up and taking down equipment for department programs and eventsProvide assistance and support to other Parks maintenance staff as neededInspect fields, facilities and equipment after events to identify and assess damage; notify supervisor of property damage; prepare related records.Communicate with City personnel, outside agencies and members of the community to exchange information and resolve issues or concernsCommunicate feedback between participants and supervisorAnswers public questions regarding facilitiesPerform maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities and other custodial dutiesMaintain compliance with all applicable City, County and State laws and City ordinances, policies and procedures at all timesAssist patrons when neededMaintain proper storage and upkeep of equipmentAttends all staff meetings as requiredWears proper safety equipment necessary for the jobContributes to a positive team environmentOther duties as assigned.
Under the general direction of the Assistant Parks, Recreation and Aquatics Director, prepare and maintain City recreational fields to ensure sporting events run smoothly and are in compliance with established guidelines, rules and regulations as well as assist with general groundskeeping duties within City Parks, trails and open spaces. Key responsibilities include; preparing baseball fields for practices and games, daily maintenance of parks and trails, working as a part of a team and providing excellent customer service. The work requires the safe operation of hand, power and automotive equipment to avoid injuries to the employee, other employees, the public and damage to City equipment, facilities and structures. Duties require interacting with the public respectfully and professionally. Work is performed outdoors in various weather conditions or inside depending on the assignment and the season of the year. Physical strength, agility, eye/hand coordination, normal vision and depth perception are required to perform duties. Must maintain flexibility and be available to meet with supervisory staff as required. Hours may vary; typically 40 hours/week. Scheduling flexibility is required; shifts will include weekends and occasional evenings.This position reports directly to the Parks Maintenance Coordinator II.This position is anticipated to last for 6-months from date of hire. Available shifts are: Friday - Monday, 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday hours may vary)Thursday - Sunday, 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday hours may vary)
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.Prepare and maintain City recreational fields to ensure sporting events run smoothly and comply with established guidelines, rules and regulationsDrag, rake, chalk, line and set bases for recreational fields as necessaryDaily general maintenance of parks, trails and facilitiesClean and maintain restroom and picnic shelter complexesGather and dispose of litterOperate hand, power and automotive equipment while exercising safety precautions to avoid obstacles and peopleOperate various tools including, but not limited to, shovel, rake, weed eater, mower, blower, specialized baseball equipmentAssist in preparing facilities and setting up and taking down equipment for department programs and eventsProvide assistance and support to other Parks maintenance staff as neededInspect fields, facilities and equipment after events to identify and assess damage; notify supervisor of property damage; prepare related records.Communicate with City personnel, outside agencies and members of the community to exchange information and resolve issues or concernsCommunicate feedback between participants and supervisorAnswers public questions regarding facilitiesPerform maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities and other custodial dutiesMaintain compliance with all applicable City, County and State laws and City ordinances, policies and procedures at all timesAssist patrons when neededMaintain proper storage and upkeep of equipmentAttends all staff meetings as requiredWears proper safety equipment necessary for the jobContributes to a positive team environmentOther duties as assigned.
