Operations Technician

4 weeks ago


Raleigh, United States City of Raleigh North Carolina Full time

Are you interested in a position where you can make a meaningful impact towards maintenance and care of Raleigh's Parks, Greenways, and Nature Preserves? Raleigh Parks is seeking qualified candidates for the Operations Technician (part-time) position

This position functions as part of the Outdoor Recreation Team at Lake Johnson Park, while also offering the opportunity to work for a nationally recognized organization in a growing, creative, diverse city. The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department, or Raleigh Parks, system boasts approximately 10,000 acres, including 220 parks and open spaces; 120 miles of greenway trails; 4 lakes; and 4 nature preserves; We have over 425 full-time staff and employ nearly 1,800 part-time and seasonal staff annually during peak spring, summer, and fall seasons. We are home to several prominent universities and world-class cultural institutions.

The Operation Technician (part-time) works in coordination with the Operations Manager(part-time) and is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day care of grounds, natural resources, and facilities at Lake Johnson Park. This role is also responsible for supporting park facilities in the absence of full-time park management.

This position works a combination of night, weekend, and occasional city holiday shifts with flexibility required to provide facility coverage between the hours of 6:30am-8:30pm 

This role works an average of 25 hours per week as a Permanent Part-Time position, contributes to the Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System (LGERS) at a 6% employee contribution, and participation in 401k/457 plans.

* Greet patrons and answer general questions
* Follow opening and closing procedures
* Pull trash along Greenway system and throughout the park
* Perform Park maintenance duties with the use of various hand tools
* Prepare shelters for upcoming rentals
* Monitor supplies and the park for the safety and comfort of visitors
* Multi-task and reprioritize frequently

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED and some college-level coursework in Outdoor Recreation-related field of study such as Parks Recreation and Tourism, Natural Resource Management, or similar field directly related to assignment

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age to apply.  

Licensing and Certifications: 

Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire  

Preferred Qualifications:

* One year of professional experience in field directly related to assignment
* Experience working outdoors with recreation amenities, customer service, and working independently
* Excellent verbal and written skills, be able to communicate instructions in a clear, understandable manner, and possess knowledge of risk management practice in outdoor recreation venues
* Applicants with direct experience in outdoor recreation activities are encouraged to apply

Knowledge of:

* Use of a software application to perform administrative tasks
* Familiarity with City of Raleigh parks, facilities, and programs

Skilled In:

* Enthusiasm in working with diverse populations while displaying personal maturity, communication skills, and confidence in dealing with conflict resolution
* Work as part of a team that promotes a shared vision and positive workplace culture

Ability to:

* Assist in on-the-ground maintenance of grounds, natural areas, and facilities, using a variety of hand tools and techniques
* Inspect and maintain park amenities, including evaluation and corrective actions for equipment, facilities, and trails
* Work in an outdoor environment, including various weather conditions
* Properly collect and handle fees in accordance with cash handling policies and procedures

ADA and Other Requirements: 

Positions in this class typically require fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, balance, reach with hands and arms, pull, push, and lift.  

Heavy Work: 

The employee must frequently lift and/or move at least 50 pounds. Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including extreme cold; extreme heat; noise; vibration; hazards, atmospheric conditions, and works in indoor or office environment.

Local Government Employee Retirement System: 

Employees in regular, recurring positions that require 1,000 scheduled work hours or more per year, whether these positions are full-time or part-time, are required to participate in LGERS. N.C. state laws require both the City of Raleigh and the participating employee to contribute to LGERS. Employees are required to contribute 6% of their total annual earnings on a pre-tax basis; LGERS establishes local government rates each year for City contributions. This position is LGERS eligible.

Note: 

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position



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