What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker - Parks position at City of Longview?
Performs manual labor, unskilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of trucks and equipment for a wide variety of job functions in various City departments, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
Performs a variety of manual labor, unskilled and semi-skilled equipment operation; learns to maintain parks, trails, athletic fields, grounds and facilities as assigned; duties will vary according to job assignment. Performs maintenance tasks and general labor work within scope of authority and training, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures. Learns to assist in the repair and maintenance of parks, fields, playgrounds, trails, irrigation, custodial work and infrastructure; maintains landscaping and grounds; clears trash, brush, weeds and debris; digs and fills holes. Learns to paint/chalk athletic fields. Cleans and maintains City parks and restroom facilities; learns to make minor facility repairs. Learns traffic control functions; follows safety regulations in all work sites. Learns to operate and maintain specialized vehicles, tools and equipment; cleans and assists with maintenance work on tools and equipment. Performs warehouse duties when assigned to include, but not limited to, counting inventory, processing purchase order, accepting shipments, etc. Completes required daily logs and reports. Learns to utilize proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations; recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries. Responds to emergencies as directed. Increases ability to perform a variety of work tasks and maintenance procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
High School diploma or GED equivalent, and one year of work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, with exposure to hazardous equipment; requires constant physical efforts, and ability to lift and move items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. Must be available to work rotating weekly evening shifts and weekend day/night shifts.
Salary : $31,694
