PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER

Job Title

PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKERWorking Title

PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER (Operations)Position InformationThese positions will be assigned to the Operations Division of the Cobb County PARKS Department in the Noonday or Mountain zone. Scheduled shift may include nights, weekends and holidays depending on event scheduling.The starting pay for this position will not exceed $12.32 per hour.Salary

$12.32 to $19.70 per hourGrade Code

6Position Number

4044006 & 4044026Essential FunctionsPerforms a variety of landscaping duties: mows grass; plants flowers and shrubs; weed eats around signs and fence lines; edges curb lines; clears leaves, tree limbs and other debris from park areas; spreads and hauls ground cover, dirt, or mulch; applies herbicides and pesticides; prunes trees and shrubs; weeds flower beds; aerates and spreads grass seed; services irrigation systems; grooms and lines ball fields; and removes snow and ice, etc.Performs maintenance and construction tasks for various parks and facilities: resurfaces and renovates playgrounds, fields and courts; paints buildings, equipment, and parking lots; repairs and assembles fences and playground equipment; builds sets and staging, shelves and other items; and performs light plumbing, electrical, masonry and carpentry repairs, etc.Performs general custodial duties at various parks and facilities: cleans parks, ball fields, restrooms, kitchens, locker rooms, meeting rooms, and other areas; vacuums carpets; hoses decks; scrubs and waxes floors; dusts; washes windows; empties trash; and sets ups and tears down staging, chairs, tables, bleachers, etc. for meetings, classes, tournaments, and events.Maintains inventory of equipment, parts and supplies: gathers supplies and equipment to complete work assignments; transports supplies to and from work site; initiates orders for materials and equipment needed; and maintains related documentation.Operates or uses a County vehicle, and various equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments such as lawn mower, weedeater, blowers, tillers, bobcat, tractor, dump truck, wheel barrel, jack hammer, sledge hammer, saws, chippers, back hoes, and other power or motorized equipment.Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning shop and work areas: monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; and reports faulty equipment.Performs other related duties as assigned.FLSA Status

Non-ExemptHours worked per week (include over time)

40Department Code

105Department Name

Parks, Rec, & Cultural AffairsUnit Code

3200Unit Name

PARKS-OPERATIONS NOONDAY/MOUNTAIN ZONESPosition InformationPosition Type

Full-timeJob Category

Parks and Recreation Internal or External

External-Open to Public Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by one year of experience in parks maintenance, landscaping or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.Preferred QualificationsCDL preferred.License and CertificationsMust possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, including appropriate endorsements.Physical AbilitiesTasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).Sensory RequirementsSome tasks require the ability to communicate orally.Environmental FactorsPerformance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, heights, confined spaces, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, water hazards, or rude/irate customers.Posting Number

03311Posting Date

06/25/2020Closing Date

07/16/2020Open Until Filled

NoEEO StatementCobb County is an equal opportunity employer.Cobb County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.Employment NoticeFederal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you require accommodation to apply for a position. If you need assistance, please contact us at 770-528-2541Cobb County Government is a smoke-free environment for all employees.Cobb County Government is a Drug-Free Workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing.Special Instructions to ApplicantsQuicklink for Posting

http://cobbcounty.peopleadmin.com/postings/28822Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and/or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

I understand and agree to these terms.

I DO NOT agree to these terms.

Are you a current Cobb County Government employee?

Yes, I am a Cobb County Government Employee

No, I am not employed by the Cobb County Government

If yes, in what department of Cobb County Government are you currently employed? (Enter N/A if not applicable - This does not include Cobb County School District employees).

(Open Ended Question)

Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?

Yes

No

Are you 18 years of age or older?

Yes

No

I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the ‘Educational History’ and ‘Employment History’ sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

I understand and agree to these terms.

I DO NOT agree to these terms.

What type of driver's license do you have?

Commercial Driver's License - B

Commercial Driver's License - A

Non CDL; regular class license

No driver's license

Do you have a high school diploma or GED; supplemented by one year of experience in parks maintenance, landscaping or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job?

Yes

No

The schedule for this position is 40 hours per week with some evenings and weekends depending on programs that are scheduled. Are you able to and willing to work this schedule?

Yes

No

How many years of experience do you have in parks maintenance, landscaping or a related field?

No Experience

Less than one year of experience

One to three years of experience

Three to five years of experience

More than five years of experience

Please describe your experience in parks maintenance, landscaping or a related field. Enter N/A if this does not apply. See resume will not be accepted.

(Open Ended Question)

The starting pay rate for this position is $12.32 per hour. Are you willing to accept this rate of pay?

Yes

No

If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report check (MVR), a physical, and a drug screen. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

Yes, I accept these terms

No, I DO NOT accept these terms

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired DocumentsOptional Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Diplomas/Degrees/Transcripts

Letter of Recommendation

Certifications

Driver's License

Cobb County Human Resources 100 Cherokee StreetMarietta, GA 30090Email: cobbemployment@cobbcounty.orgMain Number: (770) 528-2541Employment Desk: (770) 528-2535RSS FeedCobb County Government participates in the E-Verify program, which is an Internet-based system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Company ID: 35131Registered 10/18/2006