JOB Keep grounds of City parks and other recreational areas cleaned and maintained. Repair buildings, facilities, and equipment. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Drive and service trucks, dump trucks, tractors, and mowers.
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Mow and edge grass; plant, fertilize, and water trees, flowers, and grass; and clean park grounds by picking up trash.
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Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
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Perform related duties as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of:
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The tools, equipment, materials, and methods used in park maintenance;
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The methods involved in construction of turf areas.
Ability to:
- Read, write, and comprehend daily instructions;
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Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;
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Make field repairs;
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Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Physical Requirements:
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Continuously stand and walk during the shift;
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Occasionally climb ladders, stairs, poles, scaffolding, and other inclined surfaces;
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Frequently bend and kneel;
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Continuously lift and carry up to 25 pounds;
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Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
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Occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds;
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Occasionally push and pull objects;
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Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
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Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
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Frequently reach above, at, or below shoulder height;
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Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.
