What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Custodian position at Maricopa County, AZ?
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About the PositionDo you enjoy working with your hands and being outdoors surrounded by beautiful scenery? Here is a perfect opportunity for you to join the most extensive County Regional park system in the nation. We host several million visitors a year, connecting people with nature! As a Custodian, you will perform various tasks to maintain a clean, safe environment in County Parks. Please note that this position requires the employee to work in an office or field environment and/or to be customer-facing for all hours worked.About UsWelcome to the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department! From hiking on a barrier-free trail to horseback riding along a creek to testing your mountain biking skills and abilities on a competitive track, Maricopa County parks offer visitors the best of the Sonoran Desert.Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional park systems in the nation - comprised of approximately 120,042 acres of parkland and 872-miles of trails, with individual parks ranging from several thousand to 30,000 acres. Currently, there are fourteen parks in Maricopa County's regional park system. Each is unique and offers its visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities. In addition to the parkland, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department oversees the Maricopa Trail, a 315-mile trail system that encircles the valley and links all regional parks together. The department is staffed by passionate employees, park hosts, and volunteers dedicated to providing park visitors with the best customer experience possible. Join us today!Proud To OfferWork with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesMaricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireOne year of custodial work experienceHigh School diploma or GEDMust have a valid Arizona Driver’s License or be able to obtain one by the time of hireJob ContributionsEnsures park facilities' cleanliness and sanitary conditions and works with appropriate cleaning supplies/chemicals using proper personal protective equipmentCollects trash, rakes, weeds, and prunes small trees and shrubsInspects assigned work areas, including analyzing field problems and developing proactive solutions. Makes recommendations for purchases to managementSafely operates, maintains, and performs minor repairs to custodial equipmentRemoves graffiti and paints interior and external structuresAssists with maintenance projectsGreets customers, provides information, answers questions, collects entry fees when needed, provides directions, and educates customers on park rulesResponds to emergencies/rescues by contacting appropriate staff and providing support requested by law enforcementProvides direction to volunteers or other work crews in manual labor tasksWorking ConditionsThe employee in this position may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, noise, and vibration. They may encounter moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel. While performing the duties & responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations, and is subject to atmospheric conditions, for example, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.Additionally, the employee in this position may be required to lift items weighing 50-100 pounds occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, or up to 10-20 pounds constantly.You must be familiar with the following: Microsoft Office, including Outlook emailGeneral landscaping toolsPower WashersPower ScrubbersThe position requires the use of the following protective equipment: Nitrile GlovesLeather Work GlovesSurgical Face MaskSafety GlassesShoe Protectors (as needed)Waterproof and Slip-Free BootsSelection ProcedureOnly the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.JR15746
About the PositionDo you enjoy working with your hands and being outdoors surrounded by beautiful scenery? Here is a perfect opportunity for you to join the most extensive County Regional park system in the nation. We host several million visitors a year, connecting people with nature! As a Custodian, you will perform various tasks to maintain a clean, safe environment in County Parks. Please note that this position requires the employee to work in an office or field environment and/or to be customer-facing for all hours worked.About UsWelcome to the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department! From hiking on a barrier-free trail to horseback riding along a creek to testing your mountain biking skills and abilities on a competitive track, Maricopa County parks offer visitors the best of the Sonoran Desert.Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional park systems in the nation - comprised of approximately 120,042 acres of parkland and 872-miles of trails, with individual parks ranging from several thousand to 30,000 acres. Currently, there are fourteen parks in Maricopa County's regional park system. Each is unique and offers its visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities. In addition to the parkland, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department oversees the Maricopa Trail, a 315-mile trail system that encircles the valley and links all regional parks together. The department is staffed by passionate employees, park hosts, and volunteers dedicated to providing park visitors with the best customer experience possible. Join us today!Proud To OfferWork with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesMaricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireOne year of custodial work experienceHigh School diploma or GEDMust have a valid Arizona Driver’s License or be able to obtain one by the time of hireJob ContributionsEnsures park facilities' cleanliness and sanitary conditions and works with appropriate cleaning supplies/chemicals using proper personal protective equipmentCollects trash, rakes, weeds, and prunes small trees and shrubsInspects assigned work areas, including analyzing field problems and developing proactive solutions. Makes recommendations for purchases to managementSafely operates, maintains, and performs minor repairs to custodial equipmentRemoves graffiti and paints interior and external structuresAssists with maintenance projectsGreets customers, provides information, answers questions, collects entry fees when needed, provides directions, and educates customers on park rulesResponds to emergencies/rescues by contacting appropriate staff and providing support requested by law enforcementProvides direction to volunteers or other work crews in manual labor tasksWorking ConditionsThe employee in this position may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, noise, and vibration. They may encounter moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel. While performing the duties & responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations, and is subject to atmospheric conditions, for example, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.Additionally, the employee in this position may be required to lift items weighing 50-100 pounds occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, or up to 10-20 pounds constantly.You must be familiar with the following: Microsoft Office, including Outlook emailGeneral landscaping toolsPower WashersPower ScrubbersThe position requires the use of the following protective equipment: Nitrile GlovesLeather Work GlovesSurgical Face MaskSafety GlassesShoe Protectors (as needed)Waterproof and Slip-Free BootsSelection ProcedureOnly the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.JR15746
