Parks Custodian

SUMMARY

The Parks Custodian is under the supervision of the Senior Parks Custodian. The Parks Custodian performs custodial duties for parks facilities to include Splash Island, park pavilions, parking lots, the dog park, and park restrooms that include cleaning/stocking restrooms, cleaning/preparing pavilions, collecting and dumping trash, cleaning workspaces and equipment, supply inventory, and general manual labor. This position monitors the grounds for safety concerns and performs various services and repairs to maintain park facilities. This position will have contact with members of the public.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITY

· Performs custodial maintenance duties outdoor parks facilities and community centers as required.

· Operates light and heavy equipment including mowers, pressure washers, weed eaters, sprayers, spreaders and aerators in a safe and responsible manner.

· Picks up and disposes of trash and monitors parks facilities for safety concerns.

· Cleans park bathrooms, removes trash and maintains restroom inventory of operating supplies.

· Performs daily preventive maintenance on equipment.

· Snow removal, if required, from center driveways and parking lots.

· Assist Senior Parks Custodian with restroom, pavilion, or playground repairs as assigned.

· Performs general manual labor as requested to support other divisions of Parks and Recreation.

· Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· Knowledge of materials and equipment used in general custodial maintenance.

· Knowledge of safe equipment operation and proper use of appropriate chemicals.

· Knowledge of City and department rules, regulations and procedures.

· Skill and ability to use light equipment and common hand tools.

· Ability to understand and follow instructions.

· Ability to read, verbally, and communicate a variety of instructions and reports to supervisors related to job duties.

· Ability to report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required.

· Ability to demonstrate an understanding, consideration, in respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

· Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with associates, representatives of other agencies and the general public.

· Able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and special events as required.

· Valid Tennessee driver’s license.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

· High School diploma or GED required.

· Experience in manual labor required including the ability to safely operate mowers, pressure washers, and weed eaters.

· Any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements - Physical demand requirements are at levels for those of active work. Regular performance of heavier tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces; bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching above shoulder level and working in confined spaces; lifting or carrying weights of twenty to fifty pounds; may require the complex operation of gasoline, electric or diesel-powered machinery or shop equipment requiring the manipulation of multiple controls, fine adjustments or both.

Sensory Requirements - Tasks require visual perception and discrimination including color and depth. Tasks require perception and discrimination of odor and sound.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.10 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14