Parks Master Technician

FunctionAre you a Parks professional who enjoys the great outdoors as well as working with different types of equipment on small and large projects? Come join the Parks team where we work in various locations throughout the City of Hampton from scenic Fort Monroe to Sandy Bottom Nature Park. You will work both independently and as part of a team on a variety of projects, to include participation in City sponsored events and festivals.The purpose of the class is to perform as a journeyman in one or more of the following areas: carpentry, electrical, building, mechanical, plumbing, landscape, turf, athletic facilities, tree maintenance and related equipment. The class works under general supervision according to some procedures but decide how or when to complete tasks. Works in a leadership capacity within a self-directed team providing quality services and maintenance for the City's parks, grounds, and related facilities. Acts as team leader when assigned.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or successful completion of a GED. Completion of an approved course of study in one of the skilled trades is preferred. Three (3) years of full-time experience in parks landscaping and grounds maintenance to include chemical application, horticulture, turf maintenance, equipment operation, tree maintenance, to include skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical and plumbing. Applicants will be required to obtain a Registered Technician Pesticide License within six (6) months of employment in the class or National Playground Safety Inspector's Certification within one year of selection. Must possess a Virginia Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) within 30 days of employment to possess and maintain a Virginia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 180 days. Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria. This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy. Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion. Additional QualificationsRequires effective communication with internal and external customers. Requires shift work to include evenings, weekends, and holidays and on-call emergency standby on a rotating basis. The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules. Click here for a complete job description.Benefits OverviewThis is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:Sentara Health Medical InsuranceOptumRx Delta Dental Insurance Anthem Blue View Vision FSA Reimbursement accountsStandard: Accident and Critical IllnessTrust Mark Universal Life Insurance Legal Resources PlanVirginia 529Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRAEmployees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.Other forms of leave include:Maternity LeaveParental Bonding LeaveCare for Sick Parent LeaveBirthday Leave Personal day (available every quarter)The Eleven Paid Holidays Each Year IncludeNew Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. DayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenth DayIndependence DayLabor DayVeterans' DayThanksgiving DayChristmas DayEmployee's birthday A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the VRS website. Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the ICMA-RC website.Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or Sentara EAP website. Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.01Do you have a high school diploma or successful completion of a GED?YesNo02Which of the options below best describes your work experience in grounds and maintenance?No experienceLess than 1 year of experience1-2 years of experience3-4 years of experience5-6 years of experience7 or more years of experience03Please describe your previous experience as a senior level technician working in grounds and maintenance to include work experience in any of the following areas: landscaping, chemical application, horticulture, turf maintenance, equipment operation, tree maintenance. If no experience, write 'N/A'.04I understand that if I am not already licensed, I may be required to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License within six months of selection or a National Playground Safety Inspector's Certification within one year of selection.YesNo05Do you have a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment? This position also requires possession and maintenance of a Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 180 days.I currently have a Commercial Learner's Permit.I currently have a valid Commercial Driver's License .I have the ability to obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit within 30 days of employment.I do not have the ability to obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit within 30 days of employment06This Position Requires a Satisfactory Driving Record Based On The City Of Hampton Criteria. Failure To Provide Your Driver's License Number Will Prevent Us From Considering Your Application. Please Confirm Your Driver's License Number By Entering It Below07I understand that if offered employment in this position, I must successfully complete pre-employment testing for controlled substances and I will be subject to random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.YesNo08I understand that if offered employment in this position, I must successfully complete a criminal background check.YesNo09I understand that this position requires shift work to include evenings, weekends, and holidays and on-call emergency standby on a rotating basis.YesNo10I understand that this position is non-exempt.YesNo Required Question