ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections, cleaning, and minor repairs on equipment to ensure safe operation and proper working conditions.
• Completes work orders, safety inspection forms, and other maintenance-related documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicates maintenance needs, safety concerns, and repair requests to supervisors and other departments as appropriate.
• Responds courteously and professionally to questions and requests from the public.
• Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment, including pickup trucks, front-end loaders, dump trucks, forklifts, small tractors, and other equipment requiring a valid Arizona Driver's License.
• Operates power-driven equipment such as jackhammers, concrete saws, compactors, and other machinery to perform maintenance and construction projects.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools to perform repair, installation, and maintenance tasks.
• Paints and maintains park amenities and facilities, including restrooms, ramadas, bleachers, fencing, signs, and equipment.
• Removes, repairs, and installs fencing, gates, and related infrastructure.
• Digs trenches and assists with the installation of electrical conduit, irrigation components plumbing, and other utility systems.
• Installs, replaces, cleans, adjusts, and repairs park amenities, equipment, and facility components.
• Performs maintenance and repair work in confined spaces and at heights exceeding 10 feet when necessary.
• Conducts routine inspections of parks, buildings, playgrounds, sports facilities, and equipment to identify maintenance needs and ensure public safety.
• Monitors grounds, structures, and facilities to maintain cleanliness, appearance, and safe operating conditions.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to hazardous conditions, including moving traffic, heavy equipment, smoke, fumes, hazardous gases, and other workplace hazards.
• Safely handles and uses cleaning products, detergents, paints, solvents, acids, bases, and other maintenance materials in accordance with safety procedures.
• Measures, marks, and prepares fields/parks for special events.
• Assists with turf maintenance activities, including mowing, aerating, fertilizing, overseeding, and general field maintenance.
• Measures distances and assists with the setup and removal of special event equipment, including tables, chairs, barricades, traffic cones, fencing, and related materials.
• Safely lifts, moves, and transports equipment, materials, concrete blocks, fertilizer, and other supplies weighing up to 90 pounds, utilizing carts, dollies, or other lifting aids when appropriate.
• Cleans and maintains the PERA, including interior spaces, exterior grounds, sidewalks, parking areas, and surrounding property.
• Performs routine inspections and preventive maintenance at the PERA and reports maintenance or safety concerns to the appropriate department.
• Cleans, sanitizes, and restocks restrooms, kitchens, meeting rooms, and common areas at the PERA.
• Cleans and maintains Sports Complex restrooms, common areas, and support facilities.
• Maintains Sports Complex grounds, amenities, walkways, and landscaping, excluding ballfield infields.
• Performs duties outdoors in varying weather conditions and environmental conditions.
• Maintains regular attendance and adheres to established work schedules.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED; and
• Three (3) years of experience in public works type maintenance field desired; or any equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid State driver’s license upon employment.
• Must be over 21

Special Requirements:

• Must maintain a residence telephone for employment.
• Must be available to work early hours, late hours, and weekends.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret written work orders, safety procedures,
manuals, and simple diagrams to complete assigned duties.
• Ability to learn job-related tasks, equipment operation, and safety regulations through on-the-job training and apply safe work practices at all times.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, equipment, and supplies used in parks, grounds, building, and facility maintenance.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions associated with maintenance and construction work.
• Skill in the safe operation and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, lawn and landscape equipment, and other maintenance equipment.
• Skill in operating vehicles and equipment, including pickup trucks, riding lawn equipment, tractors, forklifts, loaders, and other equipment required for assigned duties.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and effectively read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and complete work according to established schedules with minimal supervision.
• Ability to safely lift and move heavy materials weighing up to 90 pounds, perform strenuous physical labor, and walk, stand, bend, kneel, climb, and work for extended periods in a variety of weather and environmental conditions.
• Ability to safely operate equipment, tools, and machinery while following established safety procedures.
• Ability to understand, follow, and communicate written and verbal instructions effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to interact professionally and courteously with members of the public while providing information, directions, or addressing safety concerns.
• Ability to quickly learn new procedures, equipment, and assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing assignments, priorities, and operational needs as required.
• Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based on departmental or work assignment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS