What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Maintenance Worker II - Golf Course Irrigation position at Cordova Recreation & Park District?
Who We Are
Established in 1958, Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) is an independent special district governed by an elected Board of Directors.
We provide quality recreational programs, parks and services for our diverse and growing region. We currently operate over 49 parks and facilities across more than 600 acres of urban and open space. We also operate Cordova Golf Course which is a full-service 18-Hole course with a lighted driving range, pro-shop and lessons from PGA professionals. We host dozens of events throughout the year and provide athletic, educational and creative outlets for children and adults of all ages.
Who We Serve
We proudly serve communities within Sacramento County including the City of Rancho Cordova and the communities of Gold River, Larchmont, Mather, Riviera East, Rosemont and additional unincorporated portions of Sacramento County.
Learn more about Who We Are at cordovarpd.gov/about-us/!
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Golf Course Irrigation Maintenance:- Inspect, repair, maintain, and modify existing golf course irrigation systems.
- Program and manage irrigation controllers.
- Operate manual quick couplers and hoses.
- Diagnose and trouble-shoot problems with field units that may include controllers, irrigation heads, valves, and related systems.
- Repair multiple types of water pipes such as PVC, galvanized, copper, steel, and cement.
- Assist in the rebuilding and/or installation of new irrigation valves, controllers, pumps and backflows.
- Operate trenching equipment and/or backhoe/front-end loader, breaker hammers and power cutters in digging irrigation line trenches.
- Order and stock irrigation parts, supplies, and equipment.
- Routinely inspect irrigation and potable water system(s), mechanical equipment and other golf course facilities and equipment as required.
- Repair greens with seed and/or new grass plugs as needed. Grade and prepare soil base, lay sod and seed greens, tees, and fairways.
- Report all problems and issues to the Golf Course Superintendent.
General
- Assist the Golf Course Superintendent in planning, assigning, and coordinating the work of part-time employees and volunteer crews working in irrigation, maintenance, construction, and repair work.
- Perform plumbing repairs such as installing and repairing drinking fountains, toilets, and sinks.
- Perform a variety of advanced level skilled specialized work in the maintenance and operation of District parks and facilities including in the areas of landscaping, irrigation, carpentry, electrical, and other crafts as needed.
- Train assigned employees in their areas of work including park and facilities maintenance methods, procedures, and techniques.
- Supervise the use, care, and operation of tools, equipment, agricultural chemicals, and maintenance/landscape machinery.
- Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
- Operate various maintenance equipment and hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner; maintain tools and assigned equipment; perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Perform routine inspections of the Golf Course facilities and execution of required maintenance repair.
- Maintain a variety of written records and reports.
- Acts as Department representative to residents, governmental agencies, community groups, private business, and others concerning questions, problems, concerns, and activities in the provision of park and facility operations.
- Perform special projects and related duties as required.
Knowledge of:
- Electrical wiring commonly found with irrigation systems, controllers, and time clocks.
- Operations, services, and activities of a golf course maintenance program.
- Principles of lead supervision and training.
- Advanced methods, techniques, materials, and equipment used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of golf course facilities.
- Materials, methods, terminology, and tools used in the maintenance, repair, and construction of building structures and systems including those used in performing rough and finished carpentry, plumbing, electrical, remodeling, painting, and a variety of other craft work.
- Operational characteristics of tools and equipment used in assigned maintenance activities.
- Proper procedures used in the maintenance and repair of hand and power tools.
- Advanced principles and practices of propagating and maintaining trees, shrubs, flowers, and turf.
- Irrigation system installation, maintenance, and repair.
- Tools, techniques, and procedures of tree trimming.
- Practices and procedures used in weed abatement.
- Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
- Basic mathematics.
- Inventory tracking and control.
- Basic report preparation.
- Basic principles and practices of record keeping.
- Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.
- Diagnose, plan, organize, and implement maintenance and repair strategies for golf course irrigation and water transfer systems.
- Plan, organize, train, schedule, direct, and evaluate the work of others.
- Oversee and participate in performing semi-skilled and skilled park and/or facilities maintenance work.
- Safely and effectively operate a variety of maintenance tools and equipment related to area of assignment.
- Perform maintenance, repair and installation of facilities, office furniture and lighting fixtures.
- Plant, propagate and maintain trees, shrubs, flowers, and turf.
- Perform heavy manual labor.
- Organize, coordinate, and assign tasks to meet project and maintenance deadlines.
- Maintain and repair irrigation systems and related components.
- Maintain accurate records and produce reports and documentation.
- Work independently in performing in the absence of supervision.
- Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
- Intermittently analyze problem equipment.
- Identify and locate equipment.
- Interpret work orders.
- Learn to operate a computer as necessary to perform job duties.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Read, write, and speak English at a level to satisfactorily perform the work.
- Respond to public inquiries and requests.
- Estimate necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Drive a District work vehicle to perform assigned irrigation work throughout the golf course.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment with exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions; some exposure to loud noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, chemicals, and gases; work at various locations throughout the District; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain; regular interaction with District staff, general public and other organizations; occasionally deal with dissatisfied individuals.
Physical: Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an indoor and outdoor; to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or up to 50 pounds; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; to make frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and coworker contact; and to verbally communicate to exchange information
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.
Pre-Hire Requirements:
Before an employee is hired, they must successfully complete pre-employment requirements that may include, but are not limited to: fingerprinting and Department of Justice (DOJ) background check, a clear tuberculosis screening, pre-employment physical, pre-employment drug screening, reference check, DMV check, licensure/certification check, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986.
How to Apply for this Position:
An applicant must submit, during the application filing period, an online application and attach any supplemental information as required in the job announcement which may include submitting responses to a supplemental questionnaire. Online resumes and other unsolicited materials may be attached, but will not be considered in lieu of the required online application, unless otherwise specified in the job announcement. CRPD reserves the right to limit the number of online applications when necessary. Applicants are responsible for maintaining/updating their contact information through the online application system.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
Initial Selection Review:
The Cordova Recreation & Park District reviews all initial application materials to identify qualified applicants. Applications will be screened against the criteria outlined in this job posting, the minimum qualifications, responses to the supplemental questions, and other needs of the position. The best qualified candidates will be invited to a series of panel interviews at a date that is to be determined.
Testing:
Testing for this position or any other position may include, but is not limited to the following: written exam, practical exam, panel interview, physical ability test, assessment center, oral presentation, project assignment, etc. If a revision is made to a testing component during a recruitment process, the assigned recruiter will notify by email all affected applicants.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation:
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, please contact the assigned recruiter. Cordova Recreation & Park District is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.
Withdrawing from Recruitment Process:
Whenever an applicant chooses to withdraw from a recruitment process, they are required to submit an email notification to the assigned recruiter requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number.
Questions:
All questions regarding this position should be directed to the assigned recruiter.
NOTE: The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Cordova Recreation & Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $54,620 - $69,711
