What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Facilities Caretaker 2 position at City of Philadelphia?
Exam Announcement Details
Exam Title Recreation Facilities Caretaker 2 Exam Number 7D62-20250331-16-00 Salary $43,794 - $47,662 per year Certification Rule Rule of List Competition Department Only Promotional Department 16 - Department of Park and Recreation Announcement Date 03/31/2025 Close Date 04/13/2025 General Definition
This posting is for City employees in the Parks and Recreation Department only who meet the requirements listed below. This posting is not open to the public.
About The Position
This is supervisory work in the cleaning and care of recreation department facilities and surrounding grounds and includes maintaining facility cleanliness, performing grounds maintenance, minor repair work and assisting skilled trades workers in the performance of minor work orders. This class is distinguished from lower level classes in that employees work at a major recreation facility and/or have responsibility for lower level caretakers, or serve as the lead worker in a crew performing grounds maintenance work at various recreation parks and squares. Employees regularly use mechanized tools and operate power equipment and may drive and operate single chassis automotive equipment. Work includes minor repair and maintenance of equipment such as mowers, leaf blowers and mulchers. Employees in this class may perform shift work.
Work is performed under the close supervision of a higher level supervisor.
Assignments include the cleaning and care of an assigned recreation center and surrounding grounds and acting as a supervisor of lower level caretakers who may be assigned to assist at a center and are carried out in accordance with detailed work instructions. Work involves some disagreeable aspects and requires moderate physical effort.
Union Code A. AFSCME D.C.33 Supervisory FLSA Code Non-Exempt Application Procedures
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA APPLICATION INFORMATION
Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Philadelphia. Please refer to the important information below regarding this job opportunity.
City of Philadelphia
Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 215-686-2692
Fax: 215-686-2347
Email: Qadira.Mooret@Phila.gov
Minimum Training, Education & Experience
The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests.
ANTICIPATED ELIGIBILITY
Candidates who meet all eligibility requirements within 6 months of the application deadline will be admitted to this examination. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list but may not be hired or promoted until all requirements have been satisfied.
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.
Requirements
Required Licenses & Certifications Other Requirements Equivalency Statement(s)
Application Details
Notes to Applicants
The City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.
Learn more here: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov. For more information, go to: www.phila.gov/humanrelations
The City of Philadelphia is committed to ensuring access to Civil Service examinations by providing appropriate accommodations for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request an accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Office of Human Resources at 215-686-2350 or by email at janine.labletta@phila.gov. The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant requesting a test accommodation and OHR. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis using the required documentation that is submitted. Requests are to be made in a timely manner prior to the scheduled date of the Civil Service examination.
Only an on-line application will be accepted for this exam. Paper applications will not be accepted.
Computers are available in the 3-1-1 Walk-In Center located in Room 167 of City Hall (Weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM) and at your local Philadelphia Free Library branch.
For inquiries regarding City employment, contact the Office of Human Resources Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 4 PM by telephone at 215-686-0880 or by email at hrhelpdesk@phila.gov.
ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on April 13, 2025.
Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you:
If you provide an e-mail address, all correspondence regarding this examination will be sent to you by e-mail. You should add Phila.OHR@phila.gov and the analyst listed in this announcement to your address book or list of trusted contacts to prevent notices from being marked as spam by your e-mail provider.
Please call the Office of Human Resources at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov if you have any questions.
Information Concerning Employment With The City Of Philadelphia May Be Found At Various Social Media Sites. We Can Be Found As Philadelphia Office Of Human Resources. The Pages For Each Are Linked Below
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ELIGIBLE LIST: DEPARTMENTAL-ONLY PROMOTIONAL
Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation will be established as a result of the examination.
Candidates who pass the exam and are placed on the civil service list will be retained on the list for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years after the establishment of the Eligible List.
PREFERENCE FOR PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS
Candidates who have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to the date of the civil service examination shall have priority over all other persons receiving an identical test score. For Training and Experience evaluations, in which applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination, the residency preference eligibility date is the planned eligible list date listed on this application, May 12, 2025.
To receive such preference, candidates must respond to the question regarding residence later in this form.
The response on this application will be used to determine eligibility for preference for residents. Documentation of residence may be required if there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements.
If an applicant does not respond to the appropriate residence question, it will be assumed that the applicant does not qualify for residence preference. Eligibility for residence preference must be determined by the date of the test administration. No requests for residence preference will be granted after the test administration.
Projected Exam Date
Training And Experience Evaluation
Applicants will be evaluated and scored based upon their training and experience credentials. Applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination.
Scores in the Training and Experience Evaluation will be based on documentation of education and experience provided by the candidate. To receive full credit for your education and experience, you should submit all relevant documentation including college transcripts, licenses, certifications, paid out of class documentation, etc. and provide a detailed description of your education, experience, and credentials.
An Eligible List will be established the week of May 12, 2025. Please note that this date may change.
Test Review
In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.091D, candidates may review their answer sheets and other test papers to determine if they have been scored correctly or if there has been an irregularity in the administration of the examination. Candidates will have 30 days after the results have been mailed to review their test and to file a written appeal. Call 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.
Assigned to (view only) Assigned to Qadira Moore
Parts & Weights
Part Training & Experience Evaluation Weight 90% Part Seniority Rating Weight 10%
Exam Title Recreation Facilities Caretaker 2 Exam Number 7D62-20250331-16-00 Salary $43,794 - $47,662 per year Certification Rule Rule of List Competition Department Only Promotional Department 16 - Department of Park and Recreation Announcement Date 03/31/2025 Close Date 04/13/2025 General Definition
This posting is for City employees in the Parks and Recreation Department only who meet the requirements listed below. This posting is not open to the public.
About The Position
This is supervisory work in the cleaning and care of recreation department facilities and surrounding grounds and includes maintaining facility cleanliness, performing grounds maintenance, minor repair work and assisting skilled trades workers in the performance of minor work orders. This class is distinguished from lower level classes in that employees work at a major recreation facility and/or have responsibility for lower level caretakers, or serve as the lead worker in a crew performing grounds maintenance work at various recreation parks and squares. Employees regularly use mechanized tools and operate power equipment and may drive and operate single chassis automotive equipment. Work includes minor repair and maintenance of equipment such as mowers, leaf blowers and mulchers. Employees in this class may perform shift work.
Work is performed under the close supervision of a higher level supervisor.
Assignments include the cleaning and care of an assigned recreation center and surrounding grounds and acting as a supervisor of lower level caretakers who may be assigned to assist at a center and are carried out in accordance with detailed work instructions. Work involves some disagreeable aspects and requires moderate physical effort.
Union Code A. AFSCME D.C.33 Supervisory FLSA Code Non-Exempt Application Procedures
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA APPLICATION INFORMATION
Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Philadelphia. Please refer to the important information below regarding this job opportunity.
- You must complete the entire application process, provide accurate and up to date contact information, and submit all certifications, required licenses, and relevant documentation with each application or email the documents as an attachment to the Human Resources Representative listed below prior to the date of the exam.
- The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is:
City of Philadelphia
Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 215-686-2692
Fax: 215-686-2347
Email: Qadira.Mooret@Phila.gov
- For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov
Minimum Training, Education & Experience
The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests.
ANTICIPATED ELIGIBILITY
Candidates who meet all eligibility requirements within 6 months of the application deadline will be admitted to this examination. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list but may not be hired or promoted until all requirements have been satisfied.
- CIVIL SERVICE STATUS Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Parks and Recreation Department with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.
- EDUCATION: Equivalent to the eighth school grade.
- EXPERIENCE:Two years of experience in the cleaning and care of facilities and grounds at a recreation facility.
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.
Requirements
Required Licenses & Certifications Other Requirements Equivalency Statement(s)
Application Details
Notes to Applicants
The City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.
Learn more here: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov. For more information, go to: www.phila.gov/humanrelations
The City of Philadelphia is committed to ensuring access to Civil Service examinations by providing appropriate accommodations for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request an accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Office of Human Resources at 215-686-2350 or by email at janine.labletta@phila.gov. The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant requesting a test accommodation and OHR. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis using the required documentation that is submitted. Requests are to be made in a timely manner prior to the scheduled date of the Civil Service examination.
Only an on-line application will be accepted for this exam. Paper applications will not be accepted.
Computers are available in the 3-1-1 Walk-In Center located in Room 167 of City Hall (Weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM) and at your local Philadelphia Free Library branch.
For inquiries regarding City employment, contact the Office of Human Resources Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 4 PM by telephone at 215-686-0880 or by email at hrhelpdesk@phila.gov.
ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on April 13, 2025.
Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you:
- Do not provide your complete and accurate social security number.
- Attempt to practice fraud or deception in the preparation of this application.
If you provide an e-mail address, all correspondence regarding this examination will be sent to you by e-mail. You should add Phila.OHR@phila.gov and the analyst listed in this announcement to your address book or list of trusted contacts to prevent notices from being marked as spam by your e-mail provider.
Please call the Office of Human Resources at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov if you have any questions.
Information Concerning Employment With The City Of Philadelphia May Be Found At Various Social Media Sites. We Can Be Found As Philadelphia Office Of Human Resources. The Pages For Each Are Linked Below
Youtube
NextDoor
ELIGIBLE LIST: DEPARTMENTAL-ONLY PROMOTIONAL
Only a departmental promotional eligible list for the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation will be established as a result of the examination.
Candidates who pass the exam and are placed on the civil service list will be retained on the list for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years after the establishment of the Eligible List.
PREFERENCE FOR PHILADELPHIA RESIDENTS
Candidates who have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to the date of the civil service examination shall have priority over all other persons receiving an identical test score. For Training and Experience evaluations, in which applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination, the residency preference eligibility date is the planned eligible list date listed on this application, May 12, 2025.
To receive such preference, candidates must respond to the question regarding residence later in this form.
The response on this application will be used to determine eligibility for preference for residents. Documentation of residence may be required if there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements.
If an applicant does not respond to the appropriate residence question, it will be assumed that the applicant does not qualify for residence preference. Eligibility for residence preference must be determined by the date of the test administration. No requests for residence preference will be granted after the test administration.
Projected Exam Date
Training And Experience Evaluation
Applicants will be evaluated and scored based upon their training and experience credentials. Applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination.
Scores in the Training and Experience Evaluation will be based on documentation of education and experience provided by the candidate. To receive full credit for your education and experience, you should submit all relevant documentation including college transcripts, licenses, certifications, paid out of class documentation, etc. and provide a detailed description of your education, experience, and credentials.
An Eligible List will be established the week of May 12, 2025. Please note that this date may change.
Test Review
In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.091D, candidates may review their answer sheets and other test papers to determine if they have been scored correctly or if there has been an irregularity in the administration of the examination. Candidates will have 30 days after the results have been mailed to review their test and to file a written appeal. Call 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.
Assigned to (view only) Assigned to Qadira Moore
Parts & Weights
Part Training & Experience Evaluation Weight 90% Part Seniority Rating Weight 10%
Salary : $43,794 - $47,662
