Description

Job Title: Parks Maintenance Worker II

Department: Buildings and Grounds

Report To: Foreperson, Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, Monday-Friday. May require flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, early mornings, and overtime as necessary.

Apply online at https://www.frankfortparks.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AFLAC Indemnity Plans
• Defined Pension Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (Retirement, Disability, Life)
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Days
• Sick Days
• Floating Holiday
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Join the Frankfort Park District team as a Park Maintenance Worker II who is responsible for performing a variety of park labor duties to maintain and/or repair park properties and equipment. In addition to regular duties of the Buildings and Grounds Department, Park Maintenance Worker II may be responsible for supervising seasonal employees and overseeing their work. Salary range is $22-28 per hour. EOE

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a full and exhaustive listing of all the duties and responsibilities of this position.

• Ability to operate a variety of equipment and vehicles such as weed eaters, blowers, commercial mowers, chain saw, small dump trucks, pulling trailers, brush chippers, snowplows, snow removal equipment, skid steers, forklifts, and end loaders or backhoes. Not limited to the above list but an example of equipment.
• Ability to mow agency green space, sports fields, and line marking on sports fields.

• Plant and trim trees and install and maintain landscape beds, native plants, turfgrass, trees, and shrubs within parks which may include a combination of planting, watering, and weeding flower and landscape beds; mulching in landscape beds and around trees; litter collection; mowing and trimming turf areas; power washing sidewalks and hardscape amenities, pruning of trees and shrubs; and pesticide application.

• Inspect playgrounds, do minor repairs, rake loose surfacing, pick up trash.
• Repair and paint benches, tables, roads, walks, trails, buildings and all equipment.
• Remove snow from parking lots, park walks, drives and ice rinks.
• Make and maintain seasonal outdoor ice rinks.
• Treat ponds and turf areas with herbicide.
• Assist with building, roof, door, window and electrical or plumbing repairs.

• Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the agency's safety program.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Provides leadership and guidance to co-workers and assigned staff when completing tasks in assigned areas; instructs and advises on the technical aspects of work assignments.

• Assists with the repair, preventative maintenance, construction and development of parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, structures, paths, drainage, restroom and concession buildings, fleet maintenance and other property owned by the District.
• Participates in the preparations necessary for community events and other District activities. Includes setting up and taking down equipment for planned programs and events.
• Manages snow removal operations.
• Incorporates risk management practices in all work activities. Comply with overall risk management goals and objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge

Standard practices, tools, materials and equipment for job.

Physical Requirements

• The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Frequently required to walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and smell.
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.
• Occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to and more than 50 pounds; employee is allowed and encouraged to use mechanical or manual assists for lifting above 40 lbs. as a guideline.
• Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate equipment.

Safety and Risk Management

Park Maintenance workers may work alone or in groups. Perform work at a moderate, constant pace, but it may vary slightly depending on the demands of the job required. The Park Maintenance II worker must work safely and professionally around general population/park patrons in public areas.

• Maintain a working knowledge of all general agency and departmentalspecific safety rules.
• Use material-handling equipment or staff assistance when lifting and or moving objects 50 lbs. or greater.
• Promptly report any work-related or patron injuries to supervisor.
• Attend required safety program and inservice education meetings.
• Correct unsafe conditions and/or report them to supervisor.

Must be able to use personal protective equipment based on job specific tasks and may include, but is not limited to, the following:

• Safety goggles/glasses.
• Earplugs, ear covers.
• Appropriate work boot.
• Protective gloves.
• Helmets.
• Respirators.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job may have some supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Safety and Security - Use good safety awareness, judgment and follow policies; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment following manufacturer safety instructions; and follows agency ergonomic policies and procedures.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Demonstrate consistent attendance and and on-time arrival.
• Dependability - Follow instructions and respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions; keep commitments; and complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person.
• Professionalism - Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration; accept responsibility for own actions; and follow through on commitments.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focus on solving conflict, not blaming; listen to others without interrupting; keep emotions under control; maintain a positive attitude; and be receptive to constructive feedback.
• Teamwork - Promote and support work teams; put success of team above own interests; and support everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plan work activities; and use time efficiently.
• Judgment - Exhibit sound and appropriate judgment; support and explain reasoning for decisions; include appropriate people in decision-making process; and make timely decisions.
• Problem Solving - Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; and develop alternative solutions.
• Oral Communication - Listen and get clarification; and respond well to questions.
• Organizational Support - Follow policies and procedures.
• Technical Skills - Pursue training and development opportunities; strive to continuously build knowledge and skills; and share expertise with others.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference and volume.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of responding to emails on a work issued phone.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to prepare maintenance schedules for vehicles and equipment.

Special Requirements

• Maintain a valid Illinois state driver's license and the ability to pass a defensive driving course as required.
• Operator's or Applicator's Pesticide License; or ability to past the exam within the first 6 months of employment.
• Rotates in on-call schedule which includes weekends and may require working special events, snow removal and other assignments.
• Evening and holiday hours may be required.
• Must have or obtain CPR/AED certification within six months of employment.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and frequently exposed to moving all parts.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to gasoline, oils and cleaning chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. During periods of higher-level noise, hearing protection is required.

Salary/Compensation: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour