Maintenance Worker - Parks - City of Boise, ID : Job Details

Salary: $17.53 - $18.62 HourlyLocation : Boise, IDJob Type: Full Time RegularJob Number: 23 -06918Department: Parks & RecreationOpening Date: 11/14/2024Closing Date: 11/28/2024 12:00 PM MountainSummary Statement Boise Parks and Recreation manages over 97 beautifully developed parks across the city. Our mission is to provide safe, clean, and well-maintained outdoor spaces for the community to enjoy.Boise Parks and Recreation is seeking a dedicated Parks Maintenance Worker to join the team. This role involves performing general maintenance and repairs on parks, grounds, hardscapes, storm drains, and other assigned areas. You will operate a variety of small to medium-sized equipment and power tools, working under immediate and direct supervision. Essential Functions Performs general maintenance of the native landscape around utility corridors and pathways including undeveloped paths, brush clearing, weed removal, tree pruning, chemical application, and ditch structures. Performs general maintenance and repairs on buildings and facilities. Utilizes a variety of tools including drills, saws, nail guns, sanders, trowels, ladders, etc. Operates a ATV or UTV.Performs general custodial maintenance and repair to hard surfaces and amenities including light poles, fixtures, trash cans, benches, bike racks, water features and fountains. Utilizes sewer snakes to clear plugged drains and pipes.Utilizes asphalt and concrete saws, vibrating packers, cement mixers, and related tools to repair damaged asphalt, concrete, and similar hard surfaces. Ensures proper symbols and lines are painted on paved surfaces. Utilizes small to medium equipment such as backhoes, one-ton dump-truck, and small tractors. Performs seasonal duties such as snow removal and winterizing bathroom facilities. Relocates large rocks, removes old concrete, and transports dirt.Cleans and maintains storm drains. Assists in construction and installation of gabion baskets in ponds and river banks. Ensures river banks, ditches, and various waterways are properly maintained, and free of litter and debris. Requirements Required Knowledge, Experience, And TrainingHigh school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience performing maintenance services including general construction, native landscape maintenance and custodial duties.Knowledge of: general facilities maintenance including custodial, native landscape, plumbing and construction methods and safety standards; hard surface patching and repair; fixture installation; and hand and power tools.Ability to: perform varied facilities maintenance and cleaning; safely operate a wide variety of equipment and tools; safely utilize related protective gear and safety equipment; identify and prioritize additional tasks; communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And TrainingFour years of experience in general facilities maintenance performing duties such as custodial, native landscaping and minor construction.Licensing And Other RequirementsValid state-issued driver's license.Special RequirementsApplicants must be able to pass:City of Boise background check processes which include a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process RegulationDriving Record CheckWorking Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical EffortsWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds, occasionally lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate and rarely loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.Working EnvironmentThe work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to bodily fluids.This position works: evenings and weekends as required.Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.Healthcare: ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family Low-cost dental and vision options. Post-employment health savings account.Retirement and Investment Plans: PERSI retirement benefits 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match. 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no matchWellBeing Program: Up to $500 cash per year for participants. Alternative transportation incentives.Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave: 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City 12 paid holidays every year 8 hours of sick leave per month 10 weeks Parental LeaveLife & Long Term Disability: Basic Life insurance at no cost to you Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to youOther optional benefits: Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts Supplemental Life Insurance Supplemental Disability Insurance Tuition reimbursement Free local bus pass Corporate discount programs AFLAC Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.Please visit our website for further details 01 Do you possess a valid state-issued driver's license? Yes No 02 Are you at least 19 years of age or older? Yes No Required Question