Parks Maintenance Worker

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Job Summary

Works in Public Works Department performing various park maintenance tasks within the City of Crowley.  Works under the direction of the Parks Maintenance Crew Leader.

Pay Range

Starting pay: $16.29/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential functions may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by an employee in this role; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

• Operate basic landscaping and building maintenance equipment
• Work in city parks
• Mow grass, weed eat, do various clean up jobs, including park restroom clean up
• Assist with City of Crowley outdoor special events set up and tear down as directed
• Set up barricades at work sites
• Work mostly outdoors in extreme temperatures including heat, cold, temperature swings, and inclement weather, some exposure to dust, odor, loud noises, electrical, mechanical, and toxic hazards, using proper safety precautions, communicate effectively and courteously with other city employees and the public
• Possible exposure to snakes, insects and noxious plants
• Perform other tasks as directed by Parks Crew Leader or Public Works Administration
• Regular and reliable level of attendance

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General Labor
• Must be able to use gas power weed eater for extended periods of time, operated tractors and mowers
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds; pull, push, or drag up to 150 pounds; sit stand, stoop or twist for extended periods of time

Education, Experience, Certification

• High School Diploma or GED required, Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Experience driving a vehicle while towing and backing up trailered equipment
• Previous experience performing work activities in landscaping, construction, maintenance and/or repair work preferred