What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Technician position at Pottawattamie County?
An individual in this position will work up to 25 hours per week and is responsible for maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles, maintenance and repair of park facilities, construction of park facilities, grounds maintenance and natural resource management on all areas managed by the Conservation Board. The employee, in conjunction with Operations Supervisor, are responsible for organizing and coordinating work projects with both seasonal and full-time staff. Work is performed under supervision of the Operations Supervisor and with limited supervision of the Executive Director.
Work hours may occasionally be required before or after business hours. Travel to other assigned parks within Pottawattamie County will be required.
Please attach both a resume and a cover letter with your application.
Repair and conduct maintenance of buildings and facilities including construction, plumbing, electrical, welding and fabrication.
Grounds maintenance work including mowing, trimming, tree trimming, hauling and grading gravel, garbage removal, snow removal.
Ability to operate heavy equipment such as dump trucks, tractors, skid loader, excavator and end loaders preferred.
Perform basic plumbing activities such as installing sinks and toilets, soldering pipes, cleaning drains, repair/replace drain and water lines.
Perform maintenance and repairs to equipment such as vehicles, mowers, chain saws, small engines, trailers, tractors, heavy equipment, seeders and utility vehicles.
Make recommendations and order repair parts or supplies.
Assist in new construction of structures utilizing blueprints and building plans.
Provide work direction of seasonal staff in grounds maintenance or special repair/building projects.
Develop project work lists in cooperation with Operations Supervisor and Park Rangers to assist in prioritizing work projects.
Responsible for assisting with opening and closing parks and facilities as needed.
Irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
Performs other duties as directed or as the situation dictates.General knowledge of assigned parks buildings and surrounding grounds.
General knowledge of the security, rules, regulations, and procedures of the park.
General knowledge and ability to develop department related programs.
General knowledge of Federal, State and local laws pertaining to the department.
General knowledge of the methods and techniques of natural resource conservation and management.
General knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work and related equipment operation.
Skill in the use of the equipment and tools of the work.
Skill in project management, customer service, and relationship building.
Ability to prepare plans and detailed reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, community boards and committees, contractors, department heads, elected officials, residents, vendors, and the general public.
Two-year degree in a conservation, natural resources, or maintenance related field or high school diploma with a minimum two-years work experience in a conservation and/or maintenance related field.
Obtain CPR and First Aid Certification within 6 months of hire.
Valid driver's license required.
Salary : $23 - $30
