What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Maintenance Worker position at Slate & Associates, Attorneys at Law?
The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Parks Maintenance Worker to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Parks Division.
The Parks Maintenance Worker earns a competitive salary of $16.61-$17.97/hour, based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
About The City Of Pearland
The City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award from Energage, a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States.
Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.
Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.
A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER
Job Summary
The purpose of this class within the organization is to perform maintenance and construction duties.
This class works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.
Essential Functions
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
The Parks Maintenance Worker earns a competitive salary of $16.61-$17.97/hour, based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
About The City Of Pearland
The City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award from Energage, a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States.
Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.
Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.
A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER
Job Summary
The purpose of this class within the organization is to perform maintenance and construction duties.
This class works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.
Essential Functions
- Maintains parks and fields by trimming trees, mulching, installing and maintaining flower beds, leveling parks and fields, repairing fencing, cleaning and maintaining restrooms and removing trash, planting and fertilizing seeds and grass, and chemical weed killing.
- Operates, maintains, and repairs equipment such as mowers, tractors, weed eaters, trimmers, chainsaws, and trailers.
- Clean and maintain shop area.
- Assists Special Events in setup and teardown and during events.
- Assists the recreation department with furniture moving.
- Performs and reports various park inspections and playground inspections and inventory and maintenance logs.
- Completes and submits daily forms to include tasks and equipment logs, time off requests, and over time forms to supervisors or crew leader.
- Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
- Requires six months maintenance or closely related experience.
- Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.
Salary : $17 - $18
