Job Description: Under the direction of a Parks Supervisor, this position performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks related to the care and maintenance of park grounds, trails, and facilities. This position may be required to work a full weekend schedule (Saturday and Sunday). Job Responsibilities: May oversee and direct the work of part-time seasonal staff and community service workers Establishes positive working relationships with City staff and the public Cleans and restocks park restrooms Prepares park facilities for special events and conducts trash and safety inspections Operates and maintains landscape equipment, including tractors, mowers, blowers, edgers, chain saws, and hedge trimmers Maintains and prepares ball diamonds and sports fields and repairs playground areas Performs turf maintenance, including weeding, mowing, and trimming of shrubs and ground covering; plants shrubs and flowers; installs and rehabilitates landscape areas with sod and ground covering; applies fertilizers and sprays pesticides Maintains open space and trails; repairs trail fence lines Installs irrigation systems, including sprinklers, laterals, valves, pipes, and irrigation clocks; maintains and programs irrigation clocks; repairs main line and lateral breaks; troubleshoots and repairs minor irrigation electrical equipment Job Requirements: One year of experience in parks, grounds maintenance, landscape installation, and/or tree maintenance High School Diploma or GED equivalent Experience operating landscape equipment is highly desirable Strong work ethic and the ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City employees Strong customer service skills and the ability to work with upset customers and effectively resolve complaints Knowledge of safe practices in weed abatement and pesticide application Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally and tactfully with City employees and the public Basic computer skills and the ability to enter service requests using a mobile device Knowledge of best practices for parks maintenance functions and the ability to perform functions, such as turf, shrub, and tree maintenance; playground area and irrigation repairs; and ball diamond and sports field preparation A valid Class C California driver license and a safe driving record Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize daily workload, coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, be flexible to changing priorities, and meet time-sensitive deadlines Ability to perform physical labor, including bending, squatting, and lifting up to 50 pounds Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and make sound decisions Job Details: Company: City of Santa Clarita Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Santa Clarita, CA, US Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here Jobsvilla.net
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