Salary: $16.92 HourlyLocation : Beaumont, TXJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 5727Department: Parks & GreenspacesDivision: Parks & Property ServicesOpening Date: 12/19/2024Duties and ResponsibilitiesEssential Job Functions: Performs unskilled/skilled manual tasks involved in the maintenance, of walkways, medians, parks, lawns ditches, and gutters. Pick up litter; operates a trailer and Zero-Turn mower, mows grass with push lawn mower, may spray herbicides; uses gas powered trimmer and edges; trims shrubs and brush; maintains ditches with a shovel; loads and unloads heavy and bulky objects and materials from trucks. Cleans and properly maintains tools; bags leaves; fills out vehicle maintenance reports; replenishes supplies; maintains effective working conditions of necessary tools and equipment. Position will be part of the crew that maintains thoroughfares, boulevards, easements, streets, and right-of-ways.Other Job Functions: Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required Working ConditionsWorks inside and outside; is exposed to extreme cold and heat, constant noise, dust and dirt. Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; may work weekends if needed. Minimum Essential QualificationsKnowledge: Knowledge of manual tasks involved in lawn maintenance and custodial duties; knowledge in the operation of a motor vehicle; knowledge of safety precautions needed to operate lawn equipment and hand tools.Skills/Abilities: Must have ability to interact effectively with the public and other employees; must be able to safely operate push mowers, Zero-Turn mowers, gas powered trimmers, and hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, pruning shears, and wrenches; must be able to drive trucks, vans or cars; must be able to read, write and make decisions.Physical Requirements: Constantly sees and hears; frequently carries p to 56-70 lbs., drags up to 56-70 lbs., reaches, stands, stoops, squats, twists body, cleans drives vehicle, kneels, and walks; infrequently bends, crawls, sorts, sits, writes by hand.Education/Experience: Must possess a high school diploma or high school equivalency. Lawn maintenance experience preferred. OtherMust possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver's License with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test. The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) ###-#### or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-###-#### or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704. The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.All Full-Time Civilian employees have the option to receive medical, prescription, and dental insurance.01 Do you possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record or another state valid driver's license with a good driving record? Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license.
02 Did you receive a high school diploma or an equivalent?
03 Do you have knowledge of manual tasks involved in lawn maintenance and custodial duties?
04 Do you have knowledge in the operation of Zero Turn mowers?
Required Question