To assist the full-time maintenance staff in performing the regular and recurring park maintenance, using any of the equipment authorized.

1.Proficiently operate all assigned equipment and vehicles.

2.Some tasks related to ballfield maintenance and game preparation.

3.Some tasks related to the care of all park’s grounds, emphasizing use of a gas-powered weed-eater.

4.Some tasks related to the care of forestlands and trail maintenance.

5.Perform work in accordance with sound safety practices.

6.Some tasks related to the park’s daily garbage route and restroom cleaning. This includes dumping all cans in parks and other designated areas

7.Work in a cemetery around headstones, graves, and funeral services.
Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner within scope of knowledge and authority; refer to the Parks Maintenance Foreman as appropriate.

8.Pull weeds, shovel dirt, mow grass, trim sidewalks, and perform other related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must either have attained or be working toward a high school diploma, GED or equivalent. Must be at least 18 years old or older.

Licenses and other requirements: Valid Washington State driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Ability to:

• Be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to deal with staff and the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Must use a variety of hand and power tools and equipment, such as shovels, picks, push and riding mowers, weed eater, and light trucks.
• Must be able to obtain a first-aid/CPR and Blood Borne Pathogen Card.
• Must follow departmental policies, rules, and regulations including safety procedures.
• Perform work in accordance with sound safety practices.

LEVEL OF AUTHORITY: Receives close to moderate supervision. Expected to perform routine assignments as employee gains experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily performed outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions. Work performed in this job may place the employee at risk of occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens. Hepatitis B vaccinations will be offered.

PHYSICAL: The physical strength and ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor, including frequent bending, walking, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.) for extended periods under dirty and uncomfortable conditions and in all types of weather.

OTHER: The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility; but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individual may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Following an offer of employment, and prior to starting work, individuals may be required to have a pre-employment physical examination by a physician designated by the City of Anacortes. The City will pay for the examination. Satisfactory clearance to perform essential job functions will be required for employment. As an absolute condition of employment, employees are required upon hire to sign a drug-free workplace agreement and an agreement not to use tobacco products in any form while on the job.

The City of Anacortes is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, creed, sex (including pregnancy), age (over 40), marital status, families with children, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, genetic information, sexual orientation including gender identity, or status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local law. Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided on request.

Applications will be reviewed on job posting close date.