Parks & Grounds Fabricator

Primary Purpose

Provides support to the Park Maintenance Division by assisting with various park improvement projects, fabrication tasks, and prop making for Special Events and Programming.

Supervision

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Parks Maintenance Superintendent and the overall supervision of the Maintenance Superintendent, or as assigned.

1. Works as a member of a crew to perform the general beautification, cleaning, upkeep, and maintenance of city parks, greenway areas, city owned landscaped areas, and the grounds surrounding municipal buildings inclusive of trimming, mowing, tree care, landscaping, trash removal, etc.
2. Assists with Parks & Recreation Special Event & Programming prop making.
3. Assists with occasional welding, concrete, carpentry and other parks projects.
4. Assists Parks and Recreation Department during times of special events.
5. Uses power tools, heavy and light machinery in a proficient and safe manner. (i.e. drill, saw, mower, skid steer etc.)
6. Deals effectively and courteously with fellow employees and the public.
7. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Important Duties

1. Maintains appropriate supplies for assigned area.
2. Maintains neat and orderly work area.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

General knowledge and ability in basic building techniques, familiar with tools and equipment as well as being able to work in various conditions. Organizational/planning skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Basic Computer skills. Ability to troubleshoot, modify, and maintain maintenance equipment. Must be able to memorize and retain information. Must have good time management skills. Must have good cognitive and analytical skills. Must be able to handle stressful situations. Must be able to quickly judge and assess situations. Must be able to make decisions under pressure in areas of responsibility. Must possess manual ability to operate a computer.

Must be able to perform effectively as a member of a team in carrying out the Citys Mission, Vision, & Values as well as the Trust Edge Experience©, which further establishes the foundation for our Mission, Vision, & Values through the 8-Pillars of trust, which are: Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution and Consistency. Overall professionalism displaying the utmost integrity, discretion, courtesy, cooperation, discipline, and behavior.

Special Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Miscellaneous Requirements

• May be required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, or holidays.
• Must be a dependable person due to the small size of the work force.
• May be subject to random substance abuse testing.

Physical Demands

Performs bending, squatting, crawling, twisting, kneeling, and reaching to ground level and overhead; Must be able to reach, grip and hold; Must be able to lift 50 pounds above their head; Must be able to push, pull and carry 60 pounds.

Work Environment

Performs bending, squatting, crawling, twisting, kneeling and reaching to ground level and overhead; Must be able to reach, grip and hold; Must be able to lift 50 pounds above their head; Must be able to push, pull and carry 60 pounds.

Selection Guidelines

Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, reference check and job-related tests may be required.

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 if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The City of Republic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to diversity and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.