Parks Maintenance Worker Job at Town of Trophy Club, Houston, TX

  • Town of Trophy Club
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

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This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.

Job Summary, Duties & Responsibilities

Job Summary: Under general direction by the Parks Crew Leader and general supervision by the Parks Superintendent performs a variety of routine semi-skilled and skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities. Ensures the continued health of the Town's landscapes. Duties and Responsibilities: Job duties and responsibilities as outlined herein, are intended to be a representative of the typical tasks performed. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed.

  • Operate a variety of motorized equipment such as small and large commercial lawn mowers, tractor with various attachments, top dresser, sod cutter, turf sweeper, paint sprayer, weed eater, edger, blower and other related maintenance and landscaping equipment; operate a variety of hand tools
  • Repair, maintain, and ensure the safety of all playground equipment, tables, benches, bleachers, pavilions, restrooms, and other public infrastructure
  • Perform task related to maintenance and preparation of athletic fields, parklands, and other municipal grounds
  • Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as assigned; inspect equipment before operating; complete daily operations report as assigned
  • Collect litter from town parks and other town properties
  • Clean restrooms in town facilities and parks
  • Perform building maintenance on town facilities as assigned
  • Assist with landscape installation, ball field renovation and preparation, and community special events preparations when needed
  • Assist with irrigation repair
Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or its equivalent
  • Landscape/Maintenance experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
  • Certified Playground Inspector Certificate is preferred
  • At time of appointment, a Texas Motor Vehicle Class C Operator's License with a satisfactory driving record maintained throughout employment.
Knowledge of:
  • Materials and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and installation of park fields, grounds, landscapes, and facilities
  • Methods and techniques of maintaining the safety of parks and playgrounds
  • Basic plant identification
  • Identifying plant diseases and their causes
  • Proper handling of fertilizers and pesticides
  • Practices and procedures used in turf management, irrigation, landscape construction, and pest control
  • Maintaining tools and equipment used in park maintenance
  • Relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Occupational hazards and related safety precautions
  • Principles and procedures of recordkeeping
  • Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications
  • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation
Ability to:
  • Assist in the performance of landscape construction and maintenance
  • Operate tools and equipment safely
  • Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods in all types of weather
  • Troubleshoot maintenance problems and determine materials and supplies required for repair
  • Make accurate mathematic calculations
  • Understand, interpret, and apply all relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments
  • Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships
  • Maintain records and files on work performed
  • Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing
Work Environment

Knowledge of:

  • Materials and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and installation of park fields, grounds, landscapes, and facilities
  • Methods and techniques of maintaining the safety of parks and playgrounds
  • Basic plant identification
  • Identifying plant diseases and their causes
  • Proper handling of fertilizers and pesticides
  • Practices and procedures used in turf management, irrigation, landscape construction, and pest control
  • Maintaining tools and equipment used in park maintenance
  • Relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Occupational hazards and related safety precautions
  • Principles and procedures of recordkeeping
  • Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications
  • English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation

Ability to:

  • Assist in the performance of landscape construction and maintenance
  • Operate tools and equipment safely
  • Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods in all types of weather
  • Troubleshoot maintenance problems and determine materials and supplies required for repair
  • Make accurate mathematic calculations
  • Understand, interpret, and apply all relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments
  • Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships
  • Maintain records and files on work performed
  • Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing
Equal Opportunity

The Town of Trophy Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.

Reasonable Accommodation

The Town of Trophy Club makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, you must inform the Department of Human Resources in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

The Town reserves the right to change or revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Benefits

The Town of Trophy Club prides itself on providing an extensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees. This package includes robust offerings such as health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) and deferred compensation plans for retirement planning. Additionally, we offer flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and comprehensive long-term and short-term disability coverage. Employees also enjoy a generous allocation of holidays, vacation days, and sick leave.

For further information and detailed insights into our benefits program, please visit our dedicated benefits page at

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Immediate start, Flexible hours

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