The purpose of this classification is to perform general and preventative maintenance, participate in daily parks maintenance operations and be a contributing team member of various improvement projects in the Parks and Grounds Division. Responsibilities and Reporting During an Emergency Situation:Essential Employees - may be required to work during a declared emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice. Essential Functions The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Performs routine grounds keeping duties, including installing sod, mowing grass, trimming trees and shrubbery, installing and maintaining landscape materials, removing weeds, edging walkways, applying mulch, removing trash and debris, etc. Performs landscaping, grounds keeping, carpentry, masonry, plumbing and/or mechanical work and/or general manual labor as necessary to maintain Parks Division grounds, structures, equipment and vehicles. Performs general maintenance and clean up duties at City parks which include, but are not limited to, emptying trash receptacles, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors, wiping down tables, chairs and other furnishings, replenishing toilet paper and hand towels, and cleaning concession area, restrooms and fields. Picks up and disposes ground trash and landscape debris. Performs general maintenance in City cemeteries to include mowing, string trimming, edging, spraying, blowing. Raise and straighten grave markers as needed. Participates in mausoleum and in ground burial services in City cemeteries. Installs and maintains playground equipment, fencing, signs, pathways, etc. Maintains assigned equipment and vehicles. Assists with set-up and breakdown of City events, programming activities and facility rentals. Performs park inspections to ensure the safety of the public and park facilities. Identifies, reports, repairs and prevents possible safety hazards to avoid potential injuries. Prepares and submits required records and reports. Enforces safety and other park rules and regulations. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS - Performs general custodial duties including cleaning restrooms as required. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Must possess or obtain a 10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card within three (3) months of hire; and. Must possess (or be able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid Florida driver's license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Some experience in manual labor, lawn and/or landscape work. Supplemental Information COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals. Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction. Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of general landscaping and grounds maintenance practices, materials and equipment. Ability to understand and follow applicable Occupations Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and departmental safety practices and procedures. Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse environmental conditions. Ability to operate small trucks and parks maintenance equipment. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools. Ability to work as a member of team or individually on assigned projects; complete assigned duties in a productive and efficient manner. Knowledge of basic rules of safety and ability to enforce applicable rules and regulations. Ability to provide excellent customer service skills and be able to establish good customer relations. Ability to deal with people effectively, courteously and enthusiastically.