PURPOSE OF THE CLASSIFICATION:   

Acts as a working lead in performing a variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled tasks; performs as a member of a work group or oversees workers on individual job assignments engaged in planned or scheduled general maintenance or renovation activities involving City properties and facilities and other related assigned duties.

ESSENTIAL TASKS:

• Oversees and operates hand tools, power tools, light trucks, tractors and small equipment including push mower, riding mower and weed trimmer.
• Oversees the operation and maintenance of park areas; picks up trash and debris, cleans restrooms and office/break room areas.
• Oversees and participates in the repair and maintenance of City parks, fences, playground equipment, sports fields, irrigation system and other related facilities.
• Performs lead work and directs and participates with a group of workers involved in a wide variety of planned and scheduled horticulture and maintenance activities including pruning shrubs, trimming trees and planting flowers and shrubs using hand tools, applying pesticides, herbicides and watering landscaped areas.
• Performs special events setup.
• Digs ditches and trenches, lays pipe, installs and repairs valves.
• Performs other work as necessary and or as assigned.

• Must report to work on a regular and timely basis.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

The Parks and Recreation Maintenance Leader I reports directly to the Parks and Recreation Maintenance Leader II. 

The Parks and Recreation Maintenance Leader I oversees the work of Parks and Recreation Maintenance Workers and seasonal temps.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience:  High school diploma or equivalent and three (3) years of experience as a trades helper or maintenance laborer in any of the construction and maintenance trades, preferably including some work experience involving the operation of light to medium construction equipment with at least one (1) year of the experience leading and coordinating or providing general crew oversight or supervision.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:  Considerable knowledge of horticulture, manual labor work practices, methods, tools and materials of varied, semi-skilled maintenance work; and considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work.  Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; ability to lead a group of workers performing manual labor for extended periods of time in varying weather conditions; ability to use and instruct others in the use of mechanical tools and equipment; ability to operate and instruct others in the use of various types of automotive and power equipment; ability to read and interpret plans and specifications; ability to plan and oversee the work of semi-skilled and skilled workers; and the ability to understand and influence the behavior of others within the organization, customers or the public in order to achieve job objectives and cause action or understanding.

Physical Requirements:  The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.  On a case-by-case basis, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Physical requirements include occasional walking and standing; frequent lifting up to ten (10) pounds and carrying objects weighing up to five (5) pounds; occasional lifting of up to (60) pounds and carrying of up to twenty (20) pounds; frequent reaching, handling and twisting; occasional balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling and climbing; vision, speech and hearing sufficient to perform essential tasks.  Punctuality and reasonable attendance is essential.     Must submit to drug screening and fitness to work physical exam.

Licenses and Certificates:  Possession of a valid Oklahoma Class D driver’s license is required.  May require an Oklahoma Certified Chemical Applicator's License (or ability to obtain one within nine (9) months of appointment).

Internal candidates must receive at least an “average” on each rating on the internal evaluation form.  If the internal candidate received a written reprimand their application will not be considered for six (6) months.  If the internal candidate received a suspension or demotion their application will not be considered for twelve (12) months.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:  Work in this classification is primarily outdoors.  Will travel to other city locations as required.  Exposure to wet, hot, cold and/or humid conditions.  Requires ability to work weekends and holidays as required.  Occasional overtime.

Notice:  This classification is a “safety sensitive” position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws.  As a “safety sensitive” classification, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing.  Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening.  Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana. 

WORK HOURS:  7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.  Requires ability to work weekends and holidays as required.

PAY GRADE:  36

“AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER”