Location: San Luis Obispo,CA, USA
If you are selected for interviews, they will take place in person on Thursday, January 16, 2025, so please hold that date.
JOB SUMMARY:
This classification is a Skills Based Pay (SBP) advancement series which performs a variety of semi-skilled, skilled, and highly specialized functions in park maintenance, and operates and maintains related equipment. Positions in this classification have primary responsibility for daily inspection and maintenance of the public park system, including turf, ornamental plantings, small tree care, irrigation control and delivery, roadway vegetation, play equipment, sports facilities, outdoor lighting systems and restrooms. Positions in this classification may perform work independently, or as part of a crew with other maintenance staff or staff outside the section or department.
Positions in this classification are responsible for the successful completion of a wide variety of specialized work projects, from routine to complex technical and maintenance duties. Employees in this position generally provide front line work and response for landscape and irrigation maintenance, and support of recreation activities, and are responsible for the performance of the full range of the classification's tasks and duties in accordance with standard operating procedures and safety practices.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
Each employee in this Skills Based Pay classification has the opportunity to advance within the class to the highest step. Individual employees pursue career development through work, training, and certifications, to gain leadership skills, and become highly skilled in the facilities maintenance field. This job class starts at an entry level classification. As knowledge, background, and skills increase, promotion to the next higher level step may be reasonably expected. Such advancement is based on attainment and ongoing use of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, as defined through the skills based pay criteria matrix.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Employees in this classification receive supervision within the framework of standard policies and procedures, and in accordance with the level of independence identified in the skills based pay matrix. Employees in this position exercise independent judgment in the selection of work means, methods, and procedures.
Employees in the upper levels of this classification will monitor and direct the work of others in a lead or oversight capacity as needed to accomplish specific projects as assigned, and oversee volunteers and contract maintenance work managed by their section, or in the operation of specific facilities.
Incumbents in this classification may work independently while on mandatory standby/callout.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks that may be found in positions of this class.)
* Provide safe working environment for themselves and others under established guidelines
* Maintain assigned areas, facilities, work sites, and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
* Maintain computerized and manual records related to service and duties performed and equipment used, interpret information, adjust maintenance schedules, complete follow-up on required maintenance and repair, and maintain program documentation
* Operate and care for a variety of hand tools and power equipment, including shovels, rakes, weed whips, and chain saws
* Operate, care for, and complete operational checks; and troubleshoot, transport, and conduct routine field repairs for equipment, such as mowers and renovation equipment
* Perform skilled landscape maintenance work, including general maintenance and repair work, such as mowing, plant replacement, and irrigation system repair
* Perform specialized work on irrigation systems, landscaping and turf renovation, minor construction projects, woodworking and metal fabrication
* Prepare for, and support recreation and sporting activities
* Respond during emergencies and work in adverse weather conditions
* Work safely and effectively with tools and equipment and on ladders and lifts
* Review, investigate and comment on engineering plans and specifications
* Establish and maintain good working relationships, and communicate effectively with others encountered through work, including members of the public, enforcement staff, and event sponsors and participants
* Communicate park rules and requirements for park use for special events. Assist enforcement staff as appropriate.
* Participate in the mandatory standby/callout rotation for the division.
* Performs related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
* Methods, tools, equipment, and procedures used in specialized maintenance and construction work.
* Procedures and techniques used in the proper maintenance and repair of a variety of grounds, gardening, and general maintenance tools and equipment.
* Proper grounds maintenance and gardening methods, procedures, and techniques.
* Safe and proper use and application of pesticides.
Ability to:
* Maintain, and expand experience, skills, and training.
* Meet physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties.
* Work in outdoor environments, performing work safely, efficiently, and with the minimum of disruption.
* Perform stand-by duties and respond to emergency call-outs.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or G.E.D
and
One year of commercial or institutional landscape maintenance experience
or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated interest in advancement in a challenging, horticultural and technical field will be evaluated through the interview process.
Additional education and experience in landscape maintenance, and other knowledge skills and abilities beyond the minimum may allow for placement above entry level.
Attainment of the top step is dependent upon obtaining and maintaining requirements outlined in the skills based pay criteria matrix.
POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF:
* A valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
* Pesticide Applicators Certification is desirable
* Playground Inspection Certification is desirable
* Backflow Tester Certification is desirable
THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE A FINAL OFFER IS MADE:
* Pre-employment Physical
* Pre-employment DOT Drug Screening (if have B or A license)
* Livescan Fingerprinting (DOJ)