JOB SUMMARY
The incumbent under the guidance of the Parks Department Supervisor is responsible for helping to maintain the beauty and integrity of the city parks and several road medians.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Note: All City of Fort Smith positions require the employee to provide good customer service to both internal and external customers, maintain positive and effective working relationships with other City employees, and have regular and reliable attendance that is non-disruptive. Must show cooperation and respect to fellow employees and supervisors at all times. All other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or department director.
- Mow and weedeat park areas as directed.
- Assist in performing landscape duties including tree maintenance, planting flowers, weeding, and mulching of flower beds.
- Apply herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers as needed.
- Ensure park areas are free of trash and debris.
- Regular attendance and timeliness is required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Minimum of one-year general labor work experience in construction or maintenance is preferred, but not required.
- Must be proficient in the use of mowing equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- The incumbent should possess knowledge of all maintenance equipment and tools.
- The incumbent must have good verbal communications skills.
- Problem solving and analytical ability are required to perform the duties of this position.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills are also required.
POSITION DESIGNATIONS
This position is not designated as essential during inclement weather events. City services will be maintained during inclement weather, such as heavy snow or ice storms and all essential employees are expected to report to work due to the critical functions of the position. This position is not able to work remotely.
This position does not have the potential to drive as part of their regular job duties.
This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random DOT drug and alcohol screenings and/or non-DOT drug and alcohol screenings (a safety/security sensitive position is one in which a momentary lapse in attention may result in injury or death of another person).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand, walk, talk and hear. Occasionally sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects. The incumbent must also stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, color, distance and peripheral vision. Depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are also necessary.
The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position the incumbent is exposed to fumes or airborne particles and works near moving mechanical parts. The incumbent is also exposed to outdoor weather conditions and is at risk of electric shock or vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS
This position requires the below screenings prior to employment:
- Criminal History Background Check
- Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Check
- Drug Screen
