Parks Maintenance Tech (Part-Time)

Job Summary Reporting directly to an assigned manager, responsible for performing general day to day custodial, maintenance, and groundskeeping duties within an assigned location. Provides visitors and other customers with accurate information regarding parks operations and/or facilities. Assignment areas include River Ranch Park, Berry Springs Park, Southwest Regional Park, or Williamson County Expo Center. Level I of III in Parks Maintenance Technicians.Examples Of Work Performed Performs basic maintenance tasks such as plumbing, painting, landscaping, and cleaningCleans and maintains safety standards in common areas and restroomsOperates a variety of motorized equipment and hand-held toolsPerforms equipment preventative maintenanceMaintains plants, mows, propagates, cultivates, and/or trims grass, trees, flowers, shrubs, and brushAssists in the construction and assembly of equipmentOperates various heavy and light machinery and equipmentClears fallen limbs and foliageCleans and maintains all equipment and vehiclesInspects equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, and vehiclesDetects, reports, and assists in correcting safety hazards in the parksProvides direct customer service either in person or on the telephone, to include information regarding parks and park rulesMay perform minor painting, fence repairs and other related repairsPerforms occasional financial transactions such as collecting payments and balancing cash drawersAssists in inventory controlCommunicates with the office support staff, other county personnel, vendors, and the public, as necessaryManages efforts of volunteer groups (schedules activities, equipment, materials, keeps records of work performed, etc.)Attends all meetings and trainings, as requiredPerforms special duties as assignedPark Assignment (in addition to above general duties)Maintains and lines athletic fields for gamesPerforms routine trail maintenanceOrganization RelationshipsReports directly to Assigned ManagerDirect Reports NoPhysical DemandsPosition involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending, heavy lifting up to 100 pounds, and operating equipmentPosition involves safely operating a motor vehicleEnvironmental FactorsIndoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather (i.e., extreme temperatures, rain, ice, etc.)Exposure to outside elements, noise, vibration, dust, fumes and hazardous chemicals, foul odors, animal and human fecal matter, insects, and rodentsExpo Assignment: exposure to livestock, equine, other animals, and noisy conditionsRegular travel between work sitesIrregular HoursThis position involves irregular hours, most shifts are on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and occasional weekday shiftsMay be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergencyRegular attendance is requiredMinimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent OR the ability to obtain one within twelve (12) months of employmentOne (1) year of related work experience or an equivalent combination of experience and trainingDemonstrated skill and ability in grounds maintenance, basic landscaping, and basic plumbingLicenses And CertificationsRequired within thirty (30) days of employmentAll Assignments: Valid driver's licenseAll Assignments: Heavy Equipment Safety & Operations certificationPreferred QualificationsAll Assignments: First Aid & CPR certificationAll Assignments: Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator licenseAll Assignments: Prior experience operating tractors, and towing trailersEmployment TestingEmployment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:Criminal background check: YesMotor Vehicle Record check: NoDrug screening: YesPhysical exam: NoPsychological exam: NoAdditional: N/ASupplemental Information A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources . Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.Tobacco Free Workplace PolicyWilliamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.