Legacy Trail - Trades Worker (Parks)

Job TitlePark, Facility, Trail and Open Space Maintenance and Upkeep Job DescriptionAs a member of the Natural Areas and Trails team this position provides support to land management and public access activities on our multi-use trails and trailhead parks; performs light to heavy physical labor as needed; proficient groundskeeping and trade skills utilizing a variety of hand and power tools; janitorial duties as necessary; proper documentation and reporting to ensure clean, safe and usable parks and trails. The position may provide a presence and/or assistance during special events, workdays and other heavy use periods and will provide customer service to trail patrons. This job requires the ability to work independently. Customer ServiceProvides polite, friendly and accurate customer service to park and trail patrons; answers questions from patrons and the public in a professional manner; operates equipment and machinery in a safe and responsible manner and is aware of patrons at all times; assists with providing outreach for projects, events and activities. Conducts park and trail inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety of patrons and the public; reports potential safety or maintenance issues to supervisor for follow-up, as necessary. Exercises a high degree of initiative and professionalism to ensure customer satisfaction. Work Hours40 Hours Per Week - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday Minimum QualificationsA High School Diploma or its equivalent and one-year of experience in performing repairs and performing related work in the care and maintenance of parks, facilities and amenities, trails, grounds, or other similar applicable experience. Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License at time of hire. Preferred QualificationsAbility to participate on the crew for prescribed fire or wildfire; possession of a Natural Areas Pesticide Applicators License or ability to work with license holders for herbicide treatment of nuisance and invasive plants. Job CompetenciesBasic computer software skills; general operation and maintenance skills with machines, power equipment, hand tools and small equipment (such as lawn mower, leaf blower, chain saw, pole saw, pressure washer); ability to communicate with customers in a courteous, efficient and tactful manner; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials and the general public; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under hot and humid conditions; knowledge of or capacity to learn a work request management system and Smartsheet reporting. Physical DemandsMust occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Pay$15.35 (Step 1) BenefitsEnjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms and classes at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!) Sarasota County Government promotes diversity and inclusion in its workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identification or expression, genetic information, religion, national origin, marital status, age or disability. EmployerSarasota County Government Address1660 Ringling Boulevard Sarasota, Florida, 34236