Park Maintenance III
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Park Maintenance III

City of Alton, IL

Location: Alton,IL, USA

Date: 2024-12-18T20:47:49Z

Job Description:
City of Alton, IllinoisJob DescriptionPark Maintenance II & IIIJOB SUMMARYUnder general supervision of the Park & Recreation Director and the Park Maintenance Supervisor, perform work in the maintenance of grounds (including turf and ornamentals), buildings, facilities, and plant materials of Park & Recreation areas. Assist in maintaining irrigation for all City parks, athletic fields, and green spaces.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Perform labor required in the maintenance of athletic facilities and landscaped areas.
  • Regularly perform field inspections of park and recreation areas for hazardous conditions and ensure timely reporting of needs and progress to the immediate supervisor.
  • Assist in planting, watering, fertilizing, and pruning of a variety of plants, trees, and shrubs in park areas. Maintain flower beds and planters, ensuring they are properly cultivated, weeded, and cared for.
  • Set up and dismantle equipment for special events and functions held within the Parks.
  • Operate light and heavy power-driven equipment, including tractors, riding lawnmowers, chippers, snowplows, trucks or any other piece of equipment assigned by supervisor.
  • Cooperate with other park maintenance team members and communicate effectively with the supervisor, addressing any concerns or issues promptly. Assist and support other departments as required.
  • Work safely and follow all safety protocols and procedures.
  • Provide excellent customer service to park visitors and respond to complaints in a timely and professional manner.
  • Work evenings and weekends as needed to perform related work as required.
  • Assist in snow removal and ice control during winter months.
  • Oversee seasonal personnel.
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED Direct supervision is provided by the Park Maintenance Supervisor.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must be at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate or have a GED.
  • Must possess basic reading, writing, and math skills as tested by the Civil Service Commission.
  • Acceptable police record.
  • Good physical conditions as proven in an examination by a physician selected by the Civil Service Commission, with the ability to work under adverse weather conditions, withstand extremes of hot and cold weather, and do heavy manual labor.
  • Must have a valid Illinois Driver's License, Class B , CDL with Air Brake endorsement or the ability to obtain one within the probation period.
  • Must be able to obtain an Illinois Pesticide Operators License before the end of the probation period.
  • Subject to emergency call out twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
  • Two (2) years of experience working athletic field maintenance, landscaping, or related positions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. Ability to operate a computer, tablet, and related electronic devices with appropriate training.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Proven ability to operate all equipment normally used in park and recreation maintenance.
  • Ability to work with others and be courteous to the public.
Job Title: Park Maintenance II & IIIDepartment: ParkReports To: Park Maintenance SupervisorStatus: Full Time/Teamster UnionFLSA Status: Non-Exempt/HourlyUpdated: July 2024This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be constructed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing the duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind level or difficulty.
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