Parks Worker

Introduction

Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County''s jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov.

POSITION INFORMATION

The Placer County Parks, Trails & Open Space Division is seeking motivated and hardworking individuals to join us as Parks Workers. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in keeping community spaces beautiful, and want to contribute to enhancing our local parks and trails, we want to hear from you!

Get hands-on experience working in some of Placer Countyâs most scenic open spaces, including Hidden Falls and Big Hill Preserve, while supporting important fuel load reduction and vegetation management activities. This is a great opportunity to work outdoors, gain valuable hands-on experience, and contribute to maintaining safe, healthy, and accessible parks, trails, and open spaces throughout Placer County.

No prior Parks experience is requiredâjust a strong work ethic and a positive attitude. Apply today and help us care for Placer Countyâs parks, trails, and open spaces while contributing to wildfire prevention and keeping Placer County green and thriving!Â

The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill Temporary/Extra-help and Permanent positions. Temporary/Extra-Help assignments are limited to 28 hours per week with a cap of 999 hours (or 960 hours for CalPERS retired annuitants) in a fiscal year and are not eligible for benefits. Extra-help appointments made from this eligible list may transition to permanent status, should vacancies arise.

Employees who are designated to use a second language in the normal course and scope of work will receive five percent (5%) bilingual pay.

BENEFITS

Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department.

Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits.

For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County''s Human Resources website.

DEFINITION

To perform semi-skilled and skilled construction and maintenance of County landscapes, parks, trails, open space, median areas, beaches, and lawn and garden areas; to perform painting, metal fabrication, sign installation, tree trimming and removal, and irrigation system calibration, testing, and modification; to perform maintenance and repair of tools and equipment; and to perform routine maintenance and general construction related to parks facilities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the full journey level class within the Parks Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level.

This class is distinguished from the Senior Parks Worker in that the latter performs complex and difficult work in the construction and maintenance of parks, trails, and open space with a high degree of skill and independent judgment, coordinates and schedules assigned projects and exercises technical and functional supervision over crew members.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from a Parks Crew Supervisor and may receive technical and functional supervision from a Senior Parks Worker and/or higher-level supervisory and management staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• As a Maintenance Worker, perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled parks, trails, and open space tasks in a training capacity.Â
• Plant, cultivate, and irrigate lawns and flower beds; prepare soil for transplanting; mow and edge lawns; prune, trim, and remove trees, hedges, and shrubs; weed assigned areas; mix and apply fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides.Â
• Install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems and components.Â
• Clean and clear grounds, playgrounds, and playing fields; clean walks, parking lots, and storm drains; dispose of trimmings and other debris; dig trenches and post holes either manually or with mechanical assistance; clean and maintain trails and beaches; maintain native vegetation.Â
• Inspect, service, repair, and maintain various types of grounds equipment, including mowers, rototillers, edgers, hedge trimmers, and other power-driven and mechanical equipment.Â
• Perform carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and masonry work, including welding, framing, rough carpentry and painting, pouring concrete, lighting and wiring, and repairing faucets, sinks, and toilets in parks facilities.Â
• Operate a variety of light and moderately heavy equipment, including excavators, skid steers, street sweepers, field tractors, boom trucks, stump grinders, and backhoes.Â
• Perform sanitation duties and maintenance of parks rest rooms, campsites, and picnic areas; perform minor playground equipment repair.Â
• Locate, assemble, install, and repair various signs related to parks, trails, and open space.Â
• Perform safety control, including setting up and removing signs, cones, and flagging.Â
• Perform pool maintenance and upkeep, including pumps, filters, and chemicals.Â
• Maintain records and other documents as required.Â
• May remove snow and ice on a seasonal basis.Â
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, other County employees, and the public using principles of effective customer service.Â
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.

Experience and Training:

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:Â Â

Two (2) years of experience performing duties similar to a Maintenance Worker assigned to Parks with Placer County.

Training: Â

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Required License or Certificate:

• May need to possess a valid driver''s license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.

• Possession of a Qualified Applicator Certificate from California Department of Pesticide Regulation is desired.

• Possession of a valid Class A or B driver''s license with air brakes and tanker endorsements may be required depending upon the position. Â

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:Â

• General use and purpose of materials, tools, equipment, and methods used in parks, trails, and open space maintenance.Â
• Basic office practices, methods, computer equipment, and relevant software.Â
• Basic recordkeeping.Â
• Principles and practices of work safety.Â
• Principles and practices of effective customer service.Â
• Principles and practices of parks, trails, and open space maintenance and activities.
• Principles and practices of landscaping, irrigation troubleshooting and repair, irrigation controller programming, carpentry, and plumbing.Â
• Use and purpose of materials, tools, equipment, methods, procedures, and practices used in the semi-skilled and skilled construction and maintenance of parks, trails, and open space.Â

Ability to:Â

• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; observe safety rules and identify safety hazards; analyze problem equipment and systems; recall, identify, and locate equipment and tools; read, interpret, explain, and follow work orders, manuals, schematics, diagrams, drawings, and blueprints; work under time pressure with frequent interruptions; focus on a single task for long periods of time; analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action; explain job to others.Â
• Intermittently, sit while completing work papers and reports or while operating equipment; on a continuous basis, walk, stand, balance, bend, squat, crouch, climb, kneel, twist, and reach while operating equipment and performing grounds and maintenance work; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; hear, see, and smell with sufficient acuity to perform essential job functions; speak, use telephone, write, and use keyboard to communicate; lift very heavy weight.Â
• Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.Â
• Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.Â
• Interact fairly and courteously with others.Â
• Work assigned shift, including weekends, holidays, and odd or irregular hours; be subject to emergency call-out and work unusual or prolonged work schedules; work multiple or mandatory shifts during emergencies, seasonally caused circumstances, or special projects.Â
• Operate a variety of equipment, hand tools, and power tools, including light trucks, excavators, skid steers, forklifts, street sweepers, field tractors, boom trucks, backhoes, sprayers, chainsaws, weed eaters, stump grinders, leaf sweepers, chippers, rakes, and shovels.Â
• Perform heavy and continuous physical labor in a safe and effective manner.Â
• Service, repair, and adjust various mechanical and electrical groundskeeping equipment and tools.Â
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.Â
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions.Â
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Remain current with technology associated with parks, trails, and open space maintenance.
• Use specialized tools and equipment applicable to specific area of assignment.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Training & Experience Rating (100%)

Applicants are required to complete a Supplemental Questionnaire, which serves as the examination for this recruitment.

Evaluation: We use a pre-determined formula to score your responses related to education, training, and professional experience.

Accuracy: Please ensure your application and questionnaire thoroughly reflect your background, as these scores determine your ranking on the eligible list.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Hire Requirements

Candidates must complete the following requirements before their start date if an offer is extended:

• DOJ Criminal Background Clearance: Successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check through the California Department of Justice.

• Medical Evaluation: Pass a pre-employment physical, which may include drug screening and/or a psychological evaluation.

• Oath of Office: Subscribe to the constitutional oath or affirmation as required for all public employees by the California Constitution.

• Employment Eligibility Verification: Provide original documents that establish both identity and the legal right to work in the United States, as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Position-Specific Requirements

In addition to the above, some positions may require one or more of the following:

• Age Verification: Provide documentation verifying that you meet the minimum legal age requirements for this position.

• Background Check: Some positions require a background investigation. This may include a credit check, voice stress analysis, polygraph, and/or proof of bonding.

• Law Enforcement: Applicants for law enforcement functions must complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process.

• Medi-Cal Access/Licensing: Applicants with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification.

Failure to clear all requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn.

SUBSTITUTE LISTS

Substitute Lists

The eligible list from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in similar roles or lower-level positions within the same career series (e.g., journey-level vs. entry-level).

• Interviews: If contacted to interview for a similar role, the hiring department will provide the specific job details before the interview.

• No Risk: Choosing not to interview for a different classification will not affect your standing on the original list for which you applied.

EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES

Public Agency Eligible List

If you are a current or recent employee of another public agency, you may qualify for an expedited application process. Visit our Employees of Other Public Agencies page to view eligibility requirements, download required forms, and submit an application.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Placer County is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. All applicants and employees receive fair and equal consideration in every stage of employment. Employment decisions are based on jobârelated qualifications and are not influenced by any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Refer to our Equal Employment Opportunity Program and Policy Statement (PDF)Â for detailed information.

Applicants who need an accommodation during the recruitment or examination process should contact Human Resources at least five working days before the scheduled exam.

Conclusion

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Preciosa Ayala-Burkhardt, Administrative Technician, at payala@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4637.