MAINTENANCE WORKER - PARKS (SEASONAL)

Job Description:

MAINTENANCE WORKER - PARKS (SEASONAL)

Description

Position Scope

Our Vision: We aspire to be the community of limitless possibilities.

Our Mission is to provide exceptional services for a safe, thriving community, while honoring our history and innovating for the future.

Embrace the New - Do Right - Lend a Hand - Find a Way - Enjoy our Work - Celebrate Uniqueness

Sick Leave

Sick leave accruals begin on the first day of employment and may be used upon accrual. Accrual is capped at 40 hours per fiscal year.

Holidays

The City of Buckeye observes eleven holidays per year: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving and the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.

Retirement
This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution is mandatory, and the current contribution rate is 12.27%, per fiscal year.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under close supervision, performs routine and general labor, maintenance, construction, and repair on public facilities and parks under supervision of Parks Superintendent or assigned designee.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Performs a variety of manual labor and basic equipment operation tasks as assigned; duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Performs routine building, roadway or grounds repairs and maintenance; paints facilities and removes graffiti; performs basic plumbing and electrical work; makes minor maintenance repairs; installs and repairs irrigation lines; replaces and repairs park signs; repairs and replaces sidewalk concrete.
• Operates a variety of minor equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Performs construction, maintenance and manual labor work.
• Picks up and delivers materials as directed.
• Installs and maintains turf, trees, shrubs and other landscaping materials.
• Inspects, cleans and performs routine maintenance work on minor equipment; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Completes required daily logs and reports.
• Responsible for opening and/or closing of park facilities, to include locking and unlocking of gates and restrooms, clean-up activities, etc.
• Assist with special event set up and tear down.
• Performs custodial duties as assigned, such as, trash pick-up and removal, cleaning restrooms, washing ramadas, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications & Position Requirements

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of street, building or grounds repair and maintenance.
• Minor equipment maintenance and repair methods and materials.
• Safety standards and practices.
• Principles of basic record keeping and records management.

Skill in:

• Safe and efficient operation of minor equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Reading and interpreting maps, technical specifications and operations manuals for equipment.
• Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.

Additional Information

Special Requirements: Possession of a valid Arizona Driver’s License. Nights, weekends and various shifts may be required depending on division’s needs. May work unaccompanied during the opening and closing of parks and facilities.
Days of Week Worked: Monday-Friday, Weekends & Holidays may be required

Physical Demands / Work Environment: Work is performed outdoors and in public facilities.

Reports To: Parks Operations Superintendent or assigned designee.

Supervision Exercised: None

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY : It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

Not applicable.

Closing Date/Time: 5/2/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Salary:

$18.91 Hourly