Location: Dunedin,FL, USA
Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Dunedin, FLJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2024-00033Department: Parks & RecreationDivision: ParksOpening Date: 05/14/2024Closing Date: ContinuousGeneral Statement of JobHiring Salary: $15.00 - $17.25 per hour (DOQ)Additional Compensation Benefits:3 medical insurance plans through CignaLife Insurance and Long Term DisabilityVision CareAnnual & Sick Leave @ 5 % of scheduled annual hoursDefined Contribution Plan 401(a) with generous 8% City contribution11 paid holidaysFlexible work schedulesUnder direct supervision, performs routine work in the maintenance of City parks, athletic fields and related structures and equipment. Performs special event setup as required. Reports to the Park Maintenance Foreman. Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSThe duties recorded below are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbents(s) of any particular position.Performs routine groundskeeping duties, including installing sod, mowing grass, trimming trees and shrubbery, installing and maintaining landscape materials, removing weeds, edging walkways, applying mulch, removing trash and debris, etc.Performs landscaping, groundskeeping, carpentry, masonry, plumbing and/or mechanical work and/or general manual labor as necessary to maintain Parks Division grounds, structures, equipment, and vehicles.Prepares athletic fields for play.Applies pesticides and herbicides according to product instructions and the direction of the Parks Spray Technician and/or Horticultural Technician.Installs and maintains playground equipment, fencing, signs, pathways, etc. Provides maintenance assistance during the set-up, presentation, and clean-up of special events.Maintains assigned equipment and vehicles.May operate heavy equipment in the performance of required tasks, including bobcats, dump trucks, tractors, stump grinders, aerial lifts, etc.May prepare and submit required records and reports. Reports for disaster duty, as required.May be required to work some nights, weekends, and special events as needed.Inspects parks for safety hazards and takes corrective action.Performs all work in compliance with established policies, procedures and standards of quality and safety.ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONSMay perform general custodial duties, including cleaning restrooms, as required. Performs related duties, as required. Minimum Training & ExperienceRequires a high school diploma or GED equivalent; one year of experience in grounds/facilities maintenance preferred.Basic computer skills and familiarity with office technology.An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered. Special RequirementsSPECIAL REQUIREMENTSMust possess a valid Florida driver's license.Ability to obtain a Class B CDL with appropriate endorsements upon request.Must obtain GI-BMP certification within one year of employment.Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification within one year of employment.This position is Category B for the purposes of Dunedin Emergency Management. The incumbent may be required to be onsite/available as scheduled during times of emergency as declared by the City/County Commission or City Manager.PERFORMANCE INDICATORSKnowledge of Job: Has knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the City of Dunedin as they pertain to the performance of essential duties of the Park Maintenance Worker I. Has knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Has knowledge of general landscaping and grounds maintenance practices, materials and equipment. Understands specific City and county ordinances as they apply to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Clearly understands any occupational hazards and adheres to all safety precautions inherent in performing the essential functions of the work. Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Has the ability to speak and understand the English language.PERFORMANCE APTITUDESData Utilization: Requires the ability to arrange, compare, count, differentiate, measure and/or sort data and/or information. Includes judging whether readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics are similar to or divergent from prescribed standards, procedures or routines. Is able to assemble information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner.Human Interaction: Requires the ability to comply with specific instructions or orders, and respond to simple requests from others. Is able to offer assistance to fellow employees as necessary. Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation.Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials used in performing essential functions. Has knowledge of general facilities maintenance practices, materials and equipment. Has skill in the care and use of required tools and equipment. Is able to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to use a variety of reference data and information.Mathematical Aptitude: Has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations. Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; to calculate surface areas, volumes, weights and measures.Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form. Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives. Is able to understand and follow simple instructions and directions. Is able to read and interpret materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change. Is able to use independent judgment in performing routine tasks.ADA COMPLIANCEPhysical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very heavy physical effort in very heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of heavy weight (up to 100 pounds) and occasionally heavier items (100 pounds or over).Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual and auditory perception and discrimination as well as oral communications ability.Environmental Factors: Some tasks require exposure to adverse weather conditions, extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, dirt/dust/pollen, strong odors, noise extremes, machinery hazards, toxic/poisonous agents.The City of Dunedin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.Full-time employees who work a minimum of 35 hours per week are eligible for insurance benefits. Coverage will be effective the first day of the month following 30 calendar days of employment.Health Insurance: The City offers medical insurance plans through Cigna to benefit-eligible employees. Medical insurance is provided for employees and their eligible dependents with in-network and out-of-network benefits.Health insurance (Medical & Dental) is provided through Cigna.Dental Insurance: Group Dental Plan coverage is availableLife Insurance and Long Term Disability: The City of Dunedin pro-vides a Term Life insurance benefit equal to one and a half times annual salary to a maximum of $100,000, and Short-Term Disability (STD) cover-age to all full-time employees.Prescription Coverage: Prescription benefits are included with the City's medical insurance.Vision Care: City of Dunedin offers a vision plan through CignaHealth Reimbursement Account (HRA): Funded by the City according to the employee's participation in the City's wellness program.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Voluntary employee benefitAnnual & Sick Leave: All classified service status employees shall beentitled to earn and accrue annual leave with pay. New Employees earn annual leave at a rate of five percent (5%) of scheduled annual hours worked. Sick leave will be accrued at the rate of five percent (5%) of scheduled annual hours worked.Defined Contribution Plan (City Plan) 401(a): Employees hired after January 1, 2010 will receive a contribution of 8% of the participant's compensation.Holidays:Ten (10) paid holidays per calendar year.One (1) Floating Holiday per year. Floating Holidays are annually designated by the City ManagerTo view more on benefits, please visit the City's page.01 Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed? High school graduate or GED equivalency. Some college coursework Associate degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree None of the above 02 Which best describes your years of verifiable work experience in grounds/facilities management? I have no verifiable work experience. I have less than 1 year of verifiable work experience in grounds/facilities management. I have more than 1 year of verifiable work experience in grounds/facilities management. 03 Please briefly describe your related work experience. If you do not have any related work experience, enter N/A. 04 Do you currently have your GI-BMP certification? Yes No 05 Do you acknowledge that you must be able to obtain your GI-BMP certification within 1 year of employment? Yes No. I do not intend to get a GI-BMP certification. N/A - I already have a GI-BMP certification. 06 Do you currently have your First Aid/CPR certification? Yes No 07 Do you acknowledge that you must be able to obtain your First Aid/CPR certification within 1 year of employment? Yes, I acknowledge this statement and I am willing and able to comply with this requirement. No. I do not intend to get First Aid/CPR certification. N/A - I already have my First Aid/CPR certification. Required Question