Maintenance Worker / Parks District Five

The Parks District Five Grounds Maintenance Worker is a part of the District Five horticulture team to maintain the landscape and grounds of the Central Business District of Downtown Raleigh.

About You:
You’re a motivated and successful candidate who communicates well, is reliable, is safety-conscious, and has a strong work ethic. You thrive in collaborative environments and are adept at balancing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. Your commitment to customer service and citizen engagement sets you apart, and you’re eager to contribute to the growth and development of the City of Raleigh.

About Us:
The PRCR Department plays a leading role in the quality of life and character of the Capital City. With nearly 10,000 acres of land, 220 parks, and 120 miles of greenway trails, the Department provides a wide range of facilities, amenities, and programs that support the social, cultural, mental, and physical well-being of citizens. The Department is guided by a comprehensive 20-year System Plan that identifies the overall vision of Bringing People to Parks and Parks to People.

The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department is seeking candidates who align with the City's values, are team-oriented, and are leaders with passion and vision for parks and serving the community.

Work Hours:
This position works Monday - Friday; 6:00 am - 2:30 pm during the summer and may require working extended hours and weekends during storm events.

• Maintains a variety of landscapes by weeding, pruning, trimming, mulching, and leaf removal
• Assist garden crew in installing and watering plants, pruning trees and shrubs, and removing trash and storm debris
• Safely operates and maintains machinery, uses string trimmer, bed edger, backpack blower, hedge trimmer, UTV, pressure washer, push mower, various hand tools, etc
• Performs preventative equipment maintenance, including sharpening blades, replacing worn/damaged parts, and conducting vehicle inspections
• Assist Gardeners in spraying pesticides, bed preparation, invasive plant removal, landscape installations, and beautification projects
• Assists the city in cleanup and repair during inclement weather situations

Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED and one year of maintenance or customer service experience

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work
• Basic mathematical concepts
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices
• Specialist equipment relevant to the area of assignment
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment
• Customer service principles
• Modern office technology

Skill in:

• Following directions and meeting standards
• Performing routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions
• Operating assigned tools and equipment
• Providing customer service
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

ADA and Other Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work:
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.

Note:
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Salary : $41,851 - $58,173