Parks Operations Worker II

Who we are:
The City of Issaquah is a customer-focused organization, committed to continuous improvement and innovation. Our mission: We enhance lives through public services.
 
What you will be doing:
Positions assigned to the Parks Operations Worker series perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks associated with maintenance, repair and construction work in park, trail, open space, and other public property assigned to the Park Operations Division. Incumbents in the Worker 2 level diagnose problems, perform basic repairs, perform skilled tasks, implement and monitor preventative maintenance and use a wide variety of hand tools. Under limited direction, these positions oversee and perform maintenance and construction work for parks, gardens, trails and specialized recreation areas. Incumbents cultivate and fertilize grounds, trees, shrubs, and landscape beds, control pests and identify plant disease, build and repair benches, tables, and related structures, install and repair irrigation systems, and inspect, maintain and repair playground equipment.

Equity Statement
The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.

• Programs and maintains sport facility lights, ensure that fields are prepared for official use.
• Weeds, cultivates, plants, fertilizes, and irrigates lawns and landscape beds.
• Mows, aerates, and edges lawn areas using power and hand tools.
• Rakes sweeps and vacuums leaves, lawn clippings, etc., using power blower and hand tools.
• Prunes and trims trees, hedges, bushes and other shrubbery.
• Cleans, maintains and inspects public facilities in parks, city grounds, and natural resource areas.
• Operates and provides routine maintenance on a variety of standard power tools, heavy equipment and machinery used in parks maintenance and repair activities on a regular basis.
• Applies pesticides, herbicides, fungicides and other related chemicals in park, recreation and open space areas according to the City’s Integrated Pest Management Policies and Procedures.
• Assists in installation and minor repair of irrigation systems.
• Builds and repairs benches, tables, fences, signs and related structures; assists with cement work and painting.
• Plants and cares for trees, turf and shrubs.
• Inspects, maintains and repairs playground equipment, benches and restrooms.
• Obtains special certification as needed for playground equipment maintenance and repair.
• Orders supplies, meets with vendors; may monitor and track vendor performance.
• Collects and organizes data and information, prepares records and reports.
• Provides direction to, volunteers, part-time and seasonal staff; monitors the work of contractors.
• Performs work in accordance with sound safety practices and within expectations regarding customer service.
• Responds to afterhours emergency calls related to City properties.
• Create and update daily work orders.
• Completes and files pesticide application records.

Education, Experience and Other Requirements 

• High School Diploma or GED; and
• Two years of related experience, some of which must include equipment operation; or
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the job.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Pesticide applicators license (must be obtained within 12 months of hire);
• Some assignments may require special training and certification.

Knowledge of:

• Basic crafts such as carpentry, electrical work, plumbing and painting.
• Common practices, methods, and materials used in park maintenance and construction work.
• Operation and maintenance requirements of various park maintenance equipment and machinery.
• Standard hand and power tools and equipment used in parks maintenance activities.
• Safety procedures involving fungicides, pesticides, herbicides, and related chemicals used in park maintenance work.
• Safety standards and regulations related to park operations.
• Procedures and practices used in controlling or eradicating plant and insect diseases.
• Proper methods of planting, cultivating, and pruning for hedges, trees, shrubs, lawns, and landscape beds.
• Basic and preventative maintenance programming for grounds, landscaping and structures.
• Irrigation and drainage system maintenance and construction.
• Pesticide application and integrated pest management practices.
• Basic recordkeeping procedures and electronic filing systems.
• Basic mathematics.
• Create and update daily work orders.

Skill in:

• Using computers and applicable software programs.

Ability to:

• Use a variety of hand tools and motorized equipment.
• Operate maintenance machinery and equipment including vehicles.
• Read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Work in a safe manner and in accordance with safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain written records.
• Operate Park related equipment and tools.
• Read and understand warning labels.
• Work in inclement weather conditions.
• Work independently, or as a member of a crew.
• Communicate effectively with crew members, internal customers and the public.

Work Environment
Work is performed outdoors, often subjecting employees to inclement weather. Work involves heavy physical labor requiring bending, stooping, lifting, climbing, and crouching. Incumbents work with motorized equipment and controlled chemicals. Lifts up to 50 pounds. Work schedule may vary seasonally and may include weekends.

Salary : $57,793 - $78,019