Parks Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Department:

FLSA Status:

Hiring Salary:

$17.56 - $21.07

Welcome, 'ist das Leben schon!' (Life is good!) At the City of New Braunfels, we seek out people ready to serve the community, plan for the future, and preserve our well-renowned natural beauty. Our five Core Values serve as a cornerstone of our work: Integrity, Service, Visionary Leadership, Stewardship of Resources, and Cultural Heritage. Do our values speak to you?

What we're looking for: A motivated and collaborative individual to join the City of New Braunfels Parks and Recreation department in the Operations division. Under close supervision, performs skilled and semiskilled work operating equipment and performing manual labor tasks, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

Benefits & Total Rewards:

Our City team members are our most valuable asset! We offer Total Rewards when you join our team.

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
• 2:1 match on retirement contribution
• Paid volunteer time off - 16 hours per year
• Vacation accrual starts at date of hire - up to 120 hours annually your first year
• Get paid to stay - longevity pay on top of your regular pay after one full year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Bilingual pay offered
• Keep learning - professional and personal development training available

The responsibilities you'll be trusted with:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Operates a variety of tools and equipment and performs manual labor tasks to maintain safe Parks and City facilities as assigned; duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Mow parkland, green belts and other city property using reel and rotary mowers.
• Performs skilled and semiskilled construction, maintenance and general labor work.
• Troubleshoots repairs, install and maintains infrastructure of park facilities.
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and maintenance equipment, including but not limited to a truck, tractor, backhoe, excavators and mowers in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Inspects, cleans and performs routine maintenance work on vehicles and equipment; identifies and reports mechanical problems and damage.
• Accurately completes assigned task in accordance with operating procedures.
• Completes daily logs and submits reports as required.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent, AND two (2) years work experience operating vehicles and motorized maintenance equipment.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.

• Must possess and maintain one (1) approved certification to be used by the Parks Department.

Required Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures
• Basic tools and equipment used in parks, facilities, grounds maintenance and construction.
• Traffic laws and rules for vehicle and equipment operation.
• Operation, maintenance and repair standards for motorized equipment and vehicles.
• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Required Skill in:

• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Making routine operating adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
• Identifying mechanical problems.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, with exposure to hazardous equipment, requires constant physical efforts for extended periods, and ability to safely lift, carry and move items weighing up to eighty (80) pounds.
• Must be able to work irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift.
• May be required to work immediately before, during or after an emergency or disaster.

The City of New Braunfels is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.