(Full-Time) Park Maintenance Worker/Specialist - Grounds Maintenance

Harrison Township, MI

Full Time

Lake St. Clair Metropark

Entry Level

BARGAINING UNIT / LEVEL: Non-Supervisory Bargaining Unit - Level 04/06
SALARY RANGE: $54,954 – $74,942 annually DOQ

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the District Park Maintenance Manager, Park Maintenance Supervisor and/or Golf Course Maintenance Supervisor, work activities in this position primarily involve performing unskilled and skilled labor in connection with the maintenance of buildings, structures, grounds, construction and development of parks, utilities, roads and special facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain turf and landscaped areas using hand or power lawn mowers or clippers and edging tools.
Plant grass, flowers, trees and shrubs.
Irrigate turf and landscape areas using hose or portable sprinkler system.
Clean drainage ditches and culverts using rakes and shovels.
Shovel snow from walks and driveways.
Repair fences, gates, walls and walks using carpentry and masonry tools.
Operate all park equipment in one or more phases of work such as construction, landscape maintenance, clean-up, forestry practices and road and beach maintenance.
Maintain records of preventative maintenance and repairs.
Prepare reports and correspondence; make recommendations to supervisors on maintenance issues.
Train and supervise provisional and seasonal maintenance employees.
Employees shall perform other duties as assigned.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
May serve on committees as requested such as safety, strategic planning, etc.
May assist park operations with special events.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Park Maintenance Worker – Level 04

Associate Degree or four years of related experience for Worker Level 04.

Must maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Possession of Pesticide Applicator License (PAL) including core and categories 3A, 3B and 6 or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

Possession of a Michigan Commercial Driver License (CDL–A w/Air) or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – Park Maintenance Specialist – Level 06

Meets all of the minimum qualifications of the Park Maintenance Worker – Level 04.

Ten years of related experience for Specialist Level 06.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of materials, tools, practices, and methods used in building and grounds maintenance.

Knowledge of workplace hazards, preventative safety measures, and applicable OSHA/MIOSHA regulations.

Knowledge of laws and ordinances regulating the operation of motor vehicles.

Knowledge of irrigation, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Ability to operate required tools and equipment.

Ability to load, unload and move materials between work locations.

Ability to stand, stoop and bend for extended periods and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Ability to traverse sandy, marshy or wooded areas with even or uneven terrain.

Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including the use of telephone, radio equipment, and computers.

Ability to supervise and direct employees effectively.

Must be available by phone to respond to on-call issues requiring immediate resolution.

May be required to adjust schedule to meet organizational needs, including special events, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Tools, Equipment and Hardware Requirements

This position utilizes a variety of hand and power tools; lawn mowers and landscaping equipment; trucks, tractors, and other light- and heavy-duty equipment. The role also requires the use of telephones, two-way radios, and standard office equipment including copiers and fax machines. A computer and related software applications are used, including financial, accounting, payroll, database, scheduling, publishing, spreadsheet, and word processing programs.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

HCMA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to: recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Veterans Friendly

HCMA will continually recognize and support our veterans, servicemembers, and their families. Our commitment applies to all employment practices including, but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotions, training, benefits, retention, certification, and testing. We fully recognize, honor, and comply with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act.

Demand	Frequency
Bending	Frequent
Climbing	Frequent
Crawling	Frequent
Driving	Frequent
Driving High Speed	Never
Electrical Hazards	Frequent
Hand Dexterity-Grasping	Frequent
Hand Dexterity-Holding	Frequent
Hand Dexterity-Typing	Occasional
Hearing	Constant
Lifting-Heavy 50 + lbs.	Occasional
Lifting-Light 0 to 10 lbs.	Frequent
Lifting-Moderate 10 to 50 lbs.	Frequent
Reaching	Frequent
Reading	Constant
Sitting	Occasional
Standing	Frequent
Talking	Constant
Traveling	Frequent
Walking	Frequent
Wet/Slippery Surroundings	Occasional
Working Alone	Occasional
Working around Hazardous Materials	Frequent
Working around Loud Sounds/Machinery	Frequent
Working in the dark/night	Occasional
Working in extreme temperatures (hot/cold)	Occasional
Working Inside	Frequent
Working Outside	Frequent
Working Overtime	Occasional
Working with poor ventilation	Occasional
Working with the public	Occasional

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