Parks Maintenance Worker

Job Summary

The City of Coeur d'Alene is looking for a full-time, hard-working employee who enjoys working outside in all weather elements to join our team!

The Parks Maintenance Worker performs all aspects of Parks and Cemetery operations with emphasis on buildings and grounds maintenance. The position is assigned primarily to duties in the City's park system but may be assigned to other duties in the Parks and Recreation Department, including in the cemetery division. The employees' schedule may include working weekends, holidays and special events and may include performing burials and interments. The position is under the general direction of the Lead Maintenance Worker and directs seasonal employees. Some landscape and/or groundskeeping experience is preferred. The position works in public buildings and an outdoor environment with exposure to adverse weather conditions, power tools and equipment, and hazardous chemicals. This position may have contact with the public under stressful and emotional conditions.

Examples of Duties

(illustrative only and may vary by assignment)

• Performs maintenance duties in parks, cemetery, buildings and grounds;
• Prepares facilities for and works during special events and rentals including, but not limited to, weddings, concerts, sporting events, festivals, and holidays;
• Coordinates with public and private user groups, completing necessary site preparation, monitoring the facility during events, and assisting the public as needed;
• Performs grounds maintenance including, but not limited to, turf management, pesticide application, tree care, shrub and plant bed maintenance, and hardscape installation;
• Maintains and operates irrigation systems, including programming clocks, replacing sprinkler heads, repairing line breaks, replacing valves, and general troubleshooting;
• Tests and repairs backflow valves and cross connection assemblies and prepares the required documentation;
• Maintains buildings, docks, and facilities by performing routine custodial duties, making minor repairs requiring carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, masonry, and related work skills;
• Maintains interior and exterior of buildings and facilities, including remodels, renovations, and reroofing;
• Performs burial and interment duties, including coordinating with a funeral home, lot location, opening and closing the grave, and assisting bereaved family members and friends;
• Directs seasonal employees by assigning and overseeing tasks, monitoring work output, training, scheduling, and assisting in evaluations;
• Uses and maintains a variety of hand and power tools;
• Uses and maintains a variety of light equipment including truck, mowers, tractors, and backhoes;
• Inspects public facilities, parks, playgrounds, and playground equipment for hazards, makes repairs, and ensures safety of facilities;
• Performs snow removal and assists in cleanup of City after weather-related events;
• Responds to management's, supervisor's, co-workers' and citizens' questions and comments in a courteous, thorough and timely manner;
• Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities;
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all matters;
• Assists other department and City employees as needed or requested;
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in installation and removal of seasonal City decorations;
• Performs duties of Lead Maintenance Worker in that employee's absence;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED;
• Idaho Class B CDL license with airbrake endorsement is required within 6 months from date of hire;
• Some landscape maintenance experience is preferred; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.72 - $22.81 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $23