Park Groundskeeper

About the Role:

The Maintenance Technician position at NOVA Parks performs a variety of manual labor tasks with varying degrees of skill to assist with the maintenance of park grounds, equipment, and facilities. This role is responsible for ensuring the overall appearance and functionality of our parks and facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain park grounds by mowing grass using a variety of equipment, including push mowers, tractors, and specialized lawn equipment.
• Perform various landscape maintenance tasks, including weeding, mulching, edging, and raking.
• Operate small engine equipment, such as chain saws, backpack blowers, and line trimmers, in a safe and efficient manner.
• Establish and maintain plant beds, plant flowers, bulbs, shrubs, and trees, and ensure the overall appearance of planted areas.
• Pick up litter and debris to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Perform facility maintenance tasks, including repairing and staining picnic tables, installing and repairing fences, replacing light bulbs, and preparing for special events.
• Assist with the repair and/or maintenance of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Operate park vehicles, including pickup trucks, 4-wheel motorcycles, dump trucks, and garbage trucks, in a safe and efficient manner.
• Clean and organize the maintenance shop to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Clean restrooms and picnic shelters to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Assist with routine maintenance and repair of equipment, including changing oil, oil filters, replacing worn parts, and making minor mechanical adjustments.
• Sharpen or replace worn blades on mowers, replace string on line trimmers, and sharpen or replace worn chain saw chains.
• Prepare and load equipment and tools for use and/or transportation.
• Run errands to retrieve and/or deliver parts, etc.
• Perform manual labor and related work as required.
• Assist with public relations by handling visitor inquiries and providing information and assistance.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service training.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Park Maintenance Supervisor.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Park Maintenance Supervisor or Supervisor on Duty.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma with a minimum of one year of experience in park maintenance work, or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
• Ability to operate small engine equipment properly and safely.
• Ability to operate a variety of vehicles with standard transmissions.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to make minor repairs on equipment.
• Knowledge of park maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public.
• Ability to learn the operation of the facility.
• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.
• Availability to work a variable work schedule, which may include early and late hours, and weekends and holidays.
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid driver's license, with a safe driving record.
• Required to purchase and wear a standard uniform.