Parks Maintenance Worker - Tuba City - Parks and Recreation (0425)

Nature of Work

Coconino County promotes a transformational leadership philosophy that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team whereoutstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.

Under limited supervision performs work of routine difficulty related to maintenance; performs related work as assigned.

PLEASE NOTE:This position is located in Tuba City, Arizona and is a 30 hours per week position.

Typical Duties

(Illustrative Only)

• Performs manual labor
• Cleans and maintains County facilities and parks
• Identifies and reports needed repairs
• Performs grounds maintenance, including weeding, mowing, landscaping, graffiti removal, painting, and trash removal
• May perform minor repairs
• May assist with special events

Essential functions include but not limited to: standing, walking and bending; twisting, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling heavy loads up to 60 lbs; working with and around others; interruptions; repetitive motion (elbow/shoulder); vision acuity (near/far); hearing and speech for ordinary conversation; finger dexterity/touch. Environmental factors include: majority of work is outside; exposure to noise; use of mechanical devices; exposure to odors and dust.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

The ideal candidateis able to work weekends and holidays; has experience working with customer service; experience with hand and power tools; experience with janitorial and cleaning procedures of the position.

Preferences:Previous work experience with a Parks department; two years of general maintenance experience; two years of customer service work experience. Experience with minor repair maintenance; and park and recreation experience or background with events. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of:

• Basic park and facility maintenance and custodial practices
• Operation of power and manual tools
• Operation of light landscaping and maintenance equipment, including weed trimmers and backpack blowers
• Operations of custodial equipment

Working knowledge of:

• Tools, materials, methods, and practices used in park and facility custodial and maintenance work, including but not limited to weeding, trash removal, graffiti removal, painting, restroom cleaning, and minor repairs
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions for storing and handling hazardous material

Ability to:

• Work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Work extended hours out of doors in varying weather conditions
• Perform heavy manual labor
• Effectively handle lifting objects weighing up to 60 pounds
• Operate various types of tools and equipment safely and efficiently
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.