Service Worker (Parks Department)

The purpose of this classification is to perform maintenance and/or repair works associated with various Public Works & Recreation projects as well as maintain parks, athletic fields and all related facilities.

The following duties are normal for this position.  The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

Performs maintenance work involving various parks, public works and recreation projects within an assigned division/area, which may involve road/street construction maintenance, roadside maintenance, sign fabrication, pest control, building maintenance, parks maintenance, or other projects.

Operates a variety of equipment, machinery and tools used in projects and activities, which may include a dump truck, utility truck, bucket lift, tractor,  sidewalk grinder, asphalt reclaimer, compactor, concrete mixer, mowing equipment, weed eater, edger, chipper/mulcher, leaf blower, hedge clipper, pressure cleaner, digital plotter, sign roller table, press, striping machine, torch, paint machine, chemical sprayer, chain saw, pole saw, table saw, miter saw, drill, drill press, asphalt cutting saw, jackhammer, sledgehammer, post driver, post hole digger, sod cutter, trencher, tiller, roller, hand tamper, pick ax, shovel, rake, pitchfork, box blade, broom, ladder, drafting instruments, artist’s instruments, concrete finishing tools, measuring devices, carpentry tools, mechanic tools, power tools, hand tools, base tool, pumps, vacuum cleaner, carpet cleaner, buffing machine, floor scrubber, water extractor, mop, cleaning supplies.

Hauls, transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects or at work sites. Performs general/preventive maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, refueling vehicles, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.

Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals, places safety cones, markers, or signs to alert employees/citizens of work areas, wet floors, or other potential hazards.  

Maintains inventory and ensures availability of adequate equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or other materials needed to conduct projects including cleaning supplies and paper products for both the Town of Jupiter and contracted custodial vendor; communicates with custodial vendor and day porters to ensure adequate cleaning supply levels; orders, receives and stocks supplies as needed; ensures storage areas and equipment closets are clean, stocked, organized and free of debris or garbage; assists in determining amount of materials needed to complete projects; initiates requests for new/replacement materials; purchases or picks up supplies/materials as needed.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, mosquito spraying charts, timesheets or other documents. Uses personal electronic device to log activities in the town’s work order system.

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, schedules, work orders, maps, policies, procedures, operational guides, manuals, reference materials, material safety data sheets or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Communicates with supervisor, town officials, the public, community organizations, other departments, community service workers, contractors, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; responds to requests for service or assistance.

Additional duties when assigned to the Parks Division: 

Performs various task associated with maintenance of grounds, athletic fields, or related facilities, which may include digging, mowing, edging, sodding, trimming, pruning, planting trees and shrubs,  pulling weeds, mulching, blowing, raking, sweeping, pressure cleaning, litter/debris control, applying fertilizer and pesticides, trash removal, cleaning and disinfecting facilities, replenishing soap and paper products, repairing/replacing athletic nets and equipment, assembling/moving benches or bleachers, setting up tents or equipment, loading/mixing concrete, moving and grading earth and other ground materials. installing temporary fencing, installing windscreens, installing signs, fence repairs, playground equipment repair, and lifting/moving heavy materials.

Prepares/maintains tennis courts, baseball/softball fields, and multi-purpose fields for individual games, leagues, or tournaments. Lay out and mark soccer, football, lacrosse, baseball/softball fields. Measures and installs bases, home plates and pitching rubbers at correct distances. Build and maintain pitching mounds and batters’ boxes. Maintain infield clay areas and clay to grass transitions to ensure safety, playability, and positive surface drainage. Water grass and clay through irrigation systems and by hand. Use physical means and drying agents to remove water from athletic fields. Assists with vacuuming turf, top dressing, divot/turf wear repair, and rolling athletic fields.

Monitors parks and facilities to identify problems or needed repairs, and reports issues to supervisor and appropriate personnel. Takes basic corrective action to fix problems as appropriate; submits computer-based service calls to appropriate department for repairs.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

High school diploma or GED.

A valid Florida driver’s license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from the date of employment.   

If assigned to the application of pesticides it will be required possess and maintain a valid Public Health Pest Control license.  

Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) certification is required within one year of employment (expenses for certification may be covered by the Town).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Data Utilization:  Requires the ability to calculate and/or tabulate data. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations. 

Human Interaction:  Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization:  Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments. 

Verbal Aptitude:  Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude:  Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Functional Reasoning:  Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

Situational Reasoning:  Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability:  Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals.  Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim light, or toxic agents.

The Town of Jupiter, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.