Seasonal Parks Technician

The Seasonal Staff in the Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for ensuring the maintenance and readiness of the city's parks for public use. This role encompasses a wide range of duties, including landscape maintenance, equipment upkeep, splash pad operation, special event support, and adherence to safety and environmental standards.
Hours of Work: Hours will vary for business needs. Must be available weekdays, nights, weekends, holidays, and events. 750 Hours available.

• Maintain the city's parks and landscapes by mowing grass, weed eating, tree trimming, and picking up trash and debris.
• Clean and maintain park facilities and equipment, including restrooms and ancillary areas.
• Inspect and ensure the proper functioning of irrigation systems at Sportsplex, City Parks, and the Municipal Building.
• Operate various equipment for trail and turf maintenance, including tree trimming equipment, pole saws, chain saws, and more.
• Report unresolved building, water, electrical, and ground repairs to city departments.
• Notify the police department or Animal Control Officer of rule violations by park visitors.
• Occasionally oversee and train other PARD staff and community service workers.
• Maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with public officials, city staff, and the general public.
• Perform mechanical repairs on park and landscaping equipment.
• Help to repair play-scape equipment.
• Execute light carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting projects and repairs.
• Operate boom operating lift for holiday decorating and signage installation and removal.
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours, weekend, and holiday coverage.
• Required to work during special events and holidays, which may include late nights, weekends, and inclement weather.
• May be assigned traffic and pedestrian control responsibilities.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or equivalent; any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Special Qualifications:
Valid and Current State of Texas Class “C” driver's license required

• Knowledge of general construction tools and equipment, as well as safe work practices.
• Ability to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in construction and maintenance activities, including heavy manual labor.
• Capacity to operate various construction and maintenance equipment.
• Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and the public.
• Willingness to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for event coverage.
• Effective organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of CPR.