Salary: $19.29 - $27.68 HourlyLocation : Waxahachie, TXJob Type: Seasonal/TemporaryJob Number: 00416Department: Parks and RecreationDivision: CemeteryOpening Date: 10/16/2024DescriptionTHIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION WITH NO BENEFITS DEFINITION:Under general supervision, performs various semi-skilled maintenance and unskilled labor work related to City of Waxahachie city parks/cemetery/sports complex or other related areas. Performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. Performs other duties as assigned.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:This is the entry through journey level class in the Maintenance Worker series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Maintenance Worker II and Senior Maintenance Worker classifications by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, with no supervisory responsibility. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction, assistance or supervision as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe duties listed below represent the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is related or a logical assignment to this class.
- Participate in the repair and maintenance of city parks, cemetery, and sports complex including operating various equipment in the completion of assigned tasks.
- Perform various tasks related to the maintenance and repair of city parks including mowing, weed eating, plant trees and other plants; repair irrigation systems; pick up trash and clean bathrooms.
- Maintains ball fields by mowing, tilling, leveling and striping.
- Performs duties during special events to ensure area is clean and supplied for participants.
- Operate various light equipment including mowers, edgers, tiller, pickup truck, chainsaw, and other equipment as needed.
- Maintain and make minor repair to assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment; report major repair needs.
- Show cemetery plots to potential customers, locate, and mark graves.
- Assist other departments during special events with set-up, cleaning, and traffic control.
- Adhere to safe work practices and procedures.
- Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:Knowledge of:
- Operations, services, and activities of a maintenance program.
- Methods and techniques of maintenance equipment operation.
- Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes, and regulations.
- Basic principles and procedures of record keeping.
- Operations, services, and activities of the city.
- English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- Operational characteristics of various maintenance equipment and tools.
- Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Ability to:
- Operate a variety of maintenance equipment in a safe and effective manner.
- Perform heavy manual labor.
- Work outdoors and in inclement weather conditions.
- Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws, and regulations.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training and Experience: High School diploma or GED equivalent. One year of general maintenance experience. Licenses and Certificates:A valid State driver license with acceptable driving record as defined by the City of Waxahachie is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.Special Requirements:Not Applicable Supplemental Information PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands Maintain the physical capability to perform essential job tasks and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk and hear. Manual dexterity to use hands to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists; operate a motor vehicle. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds unaided.Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; performs highly detailed work; deals with multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work, including frequent contact with customers and/or the public and dissatisfied/abusive individuals.Work Environment: Field environment, exposure to inclement weather conditions; noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases; potentially hazardous equipment.OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:Not ApplicableThe City of Waxahachie offers a completive benefits program, including health, dental, and a defined contribution pension plan for full-time employees. Insurance:HEALTH100% of premium paid for by the City for the Employee Only High Deductible Health Plan. Other health plan options are available for additional premiums. Dependent coverage is available at the expense of the employee.DENTALEmployee premiums are paid at 100% by the City. Dependent coverage is available at the expense of the employee.VISIONCoverage is offered at the expense of the employee.LIFEThe City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of $25,000. Additional coverage may be purchased at the expense of the employee.VOYAEmployees may elect to be covered under various supplemental policies at their own expense.Retirement:TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% mandatory contribution with the city match of 2:1. The program requires five (5) years to become vested, with 20 years retirement at any age. For more information contact TMRS at DEFERRED COMPENSATIONThe City offers a 457 Plan and a Roth IRA option through Empower Retirement. The City offers payroll deductions and the employee chooses the amount of investment and investment choices.Other Benefits:VACATIONAll full-time employees accrue 3.08 hours per pay period, based on longevity.SICK LEAVEAll full-time employees accrue one workday per month.HOLIDAYS/PERSONAL DAYSEmployees receive 12 paid holidays and 2 personal days per year. 01 Select the highest level of education that you have completed.
- Less than a High School Diploma or GED
- High School/GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
02 Do you have a valid drivers license?
03 Please list your driver's license number. 04 How many years of experience do you have in parks maintenance?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year
- 2-3 years
- Over 3 years of experience
05 How many years of experience do you have with general maintenance?
- No experience
- At least 1 year, but less than 3 years
- At least 3 years, but less than 5 years
- More than 5 years
Required Question