Part Time Maintenance Assistant

General Purpose
The part-time seasonal Maintenance Assistant will be responsible for maintenance and repairs for all for all buildings, athletic fields, grounds and facilities within the Eureka park system. Must have the ability to perform semi-skilled and skilled physically demanding work as well as operate some machinery and equipment.

Supervision Received
Works under the general supervision of the Director of Parks and Recreation and other City supervisory staff, as directed.

Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations
Responsible for assisting staff in maintaining and repairing athletic facilities, including, but not limited to; restroom maintenance, manual labor such as shoveling and raking, landscape maintenance, construction, fencing repair and other general maintenance functions.

Responsible for landscaping, fertilizing and overall beautification of park grounds.

Perform routine inspections of parks and facilities and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.

Maintenance, beautification, cleaning and general upkeep of City owned parks, playgrounds, buildings and other facilities.

Responsible for the maintenance and repairs of park facilities, including, but not limited to; restroom maintenance, manual labor such as shoveling and raking, landscape maintenance, construction, fencing repair and other general maintenance functions.

Responsible for maintaining playground equipment, maintenance of playground surfacing, inspections of equipment for safety and for general cleanliness and safety of the playground areas.

Assist with the setup of special events and recreational programs.

Responsible for the care and enhancement of trees including, but not limited to; removal of dead trees, deadwooding live trees, planting new trees, transplanting, pruning, fertilizing, watering and general care of all trees within the system as directed.

Performs emergency duties related to flooding and relief efforts, water main breaks and roadway obstructions.

Responds to public inquiries, comments and actions. Provides information and refers to appropriate City representative.

Operates light to heavy equipment.

Other duties as requested or required.

Desired Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

High School diploma or equivalent.

Valid Missouri Driver’s License.

Ability to work weekends, nights and some holidays. Ability to be on call.

Two years related work experience or other equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to understand, carry out, and give oral and written instructions and follow posted schedules.

Ability to work with minimal daily supervision.

Ability to learn and follow City policies.

Ability to perform child and adult CPR and first aid.

Knowledge of methods, materials and tools used in general maintenance of parks.

Skill based techniques of construction repairs and maintenance.

Ability to operate department vehicles and heavy equipment.

Ability to perform heavy manual work requiring good physical condition.

Skill based techniques of construction repairs and maintenance including calculated measurements, setting proper grades, materials usage, work site notices and quality requirements.

Perform construction activities and job responsibilities during emergency and non-emergency conditions.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position classification, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position classification include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position classification, the employee frequently works inside. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office and can be moderately loud when in the field.

Pre-Employment Requirements
Please be advised that a criminal record check and pre-employment physical and drug screen are required for the position.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.75 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14