Park Maintenance II Government Job Dept-Community Services – Parks Full Time

El Paso County Benefits

• Work-Life Balance:
  • 12 vacation days (96 hours, accrued per pay period) annually
  • 3 personal days (24 hours) annually
  • 12 sick days (96 hours) annually
  • 11 holidays annually
• Employee Fitness Centers
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (click here for more information)
• 2 Onsite Health Centers
• Retirement plan (click here for more information)
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (click here for more information)

Performs semi-skilled labor tasks associated with park maintenance, operations, and construction programs.

• Performs unskilled or semi-skilled labor in any or all of the areas of grounds maintenance, facility or equipment maintenance, and construction, including turf and irrigation maintenance, horticulture activities, minor construction, facility cleaning, and trash collection.
• Performs labor tasks as required in the maintenance of park facilities, including the use and operation of specialized vehicles, equipment, and power tools as needed for assigned maintenance and improvement projects.
• Operates light and heavy equipment and vehicles, such as skid-steer, backhoe, turf maintenance equipment, and dump truck. Performs routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of assigned vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Trains and coordinates the activities of staff and/or volunteers performing related work; completes weekly safety check lists and work orders; oversees crew members and volunteer groups as needed.
• Drives County vehicles and other equipment to perform assigned duties; operates all County vehicles and equipment in accordance with County guidelines.
• Provides departmental support for special events and other activities.
• Performs other duties as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• Two (2) years professional experience in grounds maintenance or a related field required.
• Knowledge of horticulture and landscape maintenance techniques, sprinkler systems, and related equipment.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools, painting, plumbing, and minor electrical repairs.
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments in a safe and proper manner.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with County staff and the general public.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical work in all types of weather.
• Ability to safely operate light and heavy equipment.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and physical examination.

• Must possess and maintain a Colorado Driver’s License. 
• Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License within six (6) months of employment.

Work is performed both indoors and outside in the field in various weather conditions. Requires physical effort to perform frequent lifting, bending, and climbing. Must be able to safely lift and carry up to fifty (50) lbs. on an occasional basis. Physical hazards may be present when mixing or working with chemicals, power tools, and motorized equipment. May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Subject to drug and alcohol testing.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities, and qualifications associated with the position; however, it is representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position. 
 
Applications must be filed online; each applicant is considered only for the current vacancy stated on that particular application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to monitor any future openings and to submit a separate application for each position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For inquiries, please call (719) 520-7486. Each new employee and rehire must provide documentation of authorization to work as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (PL99-603).              
 
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