Parks and Recreation Maintenance - City of Princeton, TX : Job Details

Salary : $40,560.00 AnnuallyLocation : Princeton, TXJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202300024Department: Parks & RecreationOpening Date: 11/05/2024DescriptionUnder the general supervision of the Director of Parks & Recreation, this position performs a variety of skilled manual labor tasks in the maintenance and improvements of parks, grounds, and related facilities. Performs related work as required. Essential Functions

• Mows grass, trims shrubbery, clears, and landscapes property.
• Paints, repairs fence and gates, removes leaves and other debris.
• Operates equipment necessary to complete assigned tasks such as mowing machines, hand tools, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, mulch machines, and other equipment as assigned.
• Performs preventative maintenance on tools and equipment such as lubrication and adjusting and sharpening mower blades.
• Learns to identify desirable and undesirable plants and vegetation; cut weeds to clear fields and wooded areas of undergrowth; removes vines from and prunes trees as directed.
• Performs litter control, weeding, trimming; walks through brush or entangled areas along creeks and other areas.
• Works safely in close proximity to high-speed vehicle traffic such as medians.
• Moves or aids in moving heavy containers or equipment, and large or bulky objects.
• May assist with the mixing and application of sprays and fertilizers.
• Assists supervisor in all tasks as directed.
• Assist other departments as necessary.
• Attendance; regular and timely attendance during assigned work hours. After-hours and weekend work are required as necessary.
• Deadlines; ability to set and meet appropriate deadlines. Timely follow-up and follow-through with staff and others. Effectively multi-task and work under time pressure and deadlines.
• Communication & Record Keeping; ability to read, comprehend and effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, in English. Communicate effectively and professionally with staff, volunteers, council, and others.
• Financial; ensure all expenditures are within budget. Utilize corporate credit cards in an ethical and responsible manner. Submit receipts monthly. Ensure all financial functions, recordkeeping, and reporting are performed timely and accurately and that records as properly created and maintained.
• Policies & Procedures; perform duties in accordance with City policies, procedures, standards, and comply with local, state, and federal law.
• Safety; follow safety policies and rules.
• Stay Current; keep up with trends and changes.
• Confidential Information: safeguard confidential information and disclose it only to those in need to know .
• Teamwork: work effectively with others as part of a team to ensure efficient operations and enhanced productivity.

QualificationsHigh School diploma or GED equivalent; some experience in grounds maintenance. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening, and physical and criminal background check. Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver's License, reliable transportation, and ability to drive; maintain and provide proof of liability insurance. Have and maintain a professional, inviting, and friendly demeanor. Must have a working cell phone and the ability to respond to after-hours calls. Supplemental InformationADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve 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). Some tasks require visual and odor perception and discrimination. Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination and oral communication ability. Environmental Factors: Exposure to certain environmental conditions may be necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, including over two-thirds of the on-the-job time; wet or humid conditions; working near moving, mechanical parts; working in high, previous places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heart; vibration. The above describes the general nature and level of work to be performed as of the date this Job Description was last formally updated. The above is not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties and assignments may be added to the list of job duties and/or required from time to time. InsuranceTexas Municipal League Intergovernmental Employee Benefits Pool (TML IEBP)

• Health and Dental
• Vision (AVESIS)
• Life insurance through The Standard ($15,000)
• Short-term disability insurance (Standard Insurance)
• Workers' compensation (TML)

RetirementTexas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

• All Regular Full-Time Employees

Time OffThe City of Princeton provides:

• 15 Paid Holidays
• Bereavement
• Extended Leave
• Sick Time
• Vacation

Longevity Pay$5 per month for each entire month employed after 1-year serviceTo learn more details, visit our