Salary: $14.94 Hourly
Location : Vero Beach, FL
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 01423
Department: General Services
Division: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 09/12/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
This position performs duties in the maintenance of Indian River County’s Parks and Recreation grounds and facilities. Employees perform laboring tasks requiring the use of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment. Employees are responsible for the upkeep and efficient operation of the tools or equipment used. Instructions are usually received verbally and routine tasks are performed with considerable independence. All work is subject to inspection while in progress and upon completion.
Essential Job Duties
- Operates power mowers, line trimmers, edgers, and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks and recreation facilities.
- Removes litter from parks and recreation facilities to ensure a well-kept appearance.
- Performs janitorial duties in parks and recreation facilities.
- Inspects playground equipment, picnic tables, benches, and other park amenities for damage and normal wear and tear.
- Maintains amenities for the safe use and enjoyment of the public.
- Performs other related work as needed or required.
Typical Requirements
Education/Experience:
High School Diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience in grounds or facility maintenance.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:
- Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of landscaping care methods and techniques.
Knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, and equipment.
Ability to operate equipment such as mowers, tractors, light and heavy trucks with trailer units.
Ability to perform tasks requiring physical strength and endurance, under adverse weather conditions including rain and excessively hot weather conditions during the Summer months.
Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment; follow both verbal and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and deal tactfully and diplomatically with the general public.
Ability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to operate a computer and/or handheld electronic devices for the purpose of clocking in/out, requesting time off, and accessing the employee self-service website.
Supplemental Information
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Work is performed primarily outdoors in adverse weather conditions. May work around odors and fumes, exposure to hazardous chemicals, noise, and light conditions. Involves frequent interaction with people.
ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.
ATTESTATION
I have read the job description for the above position and understand the job duties, requirements, and responsibilities for the position. I attest that I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined in the job description either with or without accommodation. I understand that if I require accommodation, I will contact the Human Resources Department to request an accommodation.
If I have any questions about the job duties described in the above job description, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources staff.
I have discussed any questions I may have had about this job description prior to signing this form.
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Employees in this class are represented by the Teamsters Local 769 Union. Please review our benefits handbook for an overview of benefits