Parks Maintenance Worker

The City of Friendswood is currently accepting applications for a Parks Maintenance Worker, in the Parks and Recreation Department. The base salary for this position is $36,920.00 to $46,020.00 annually, DOQ.

WORK PERFORMED:

 Assists in the construction and maintenance of park facilities and City buildings.
 Performs routine grounds maintenance, including watering, fertilizing, cutting grass, trimming trees and hedges, planting plants, filling in holes, and picking up litter and other debris.
 Drives truck, tractor mower, and other vehicles to perform maintenance duties.
 Operates weed eaters, edgers, power saws, and other equipment.
 Services and cleans vehicles and equipment.
 Performs routine facility maintenance, including, plumbing repairs, carpentry, painting and minor electrical work.
 Digs and fills holes and ditches.
 Assists with setting up the annual Fourth of July, Santa in the Park, Holiday Hustle Fun Run and other departmental sponsored events.
 Operates the mosquito spraying truck to fumigate the City.
 Performs other duties within the areas of responsibility and ability, as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: A minimum of two years' experience; High school diploma or G.E.D. Basic knowledge of the use, care, and maintenance of hand tools, testing instruments, and small power tools; Basic knowledge of the operation of a tractor, generator, and mosquito sprayer; Basic knowledge of plumbing, painting, carpentry and electrical work. Basic HVAC knowledge is desirable

A valid Texas driver's license is required, with a good driving record. This position will remain open until filled.