POSITION DESCRIPTION: Park Technician

POSITION GOAL: Maintenance of grounds, facilities and equipment at assigned park.

CLASSIFICATION: Hourly – Full Time – Year-Round – Non-exempt

COMPENSATION: $16.621/hour. Employer and employee contribute to Public Employees Retirement System.

REPORTS TO: Park Services Supervisor

DIRECT REPORTS: None

Level 1 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform basic carpentry to assist in the repair of buildings, signs, tables, etc. for small park projects.
• Assist in basic concrete projects.
• Perform basic routine preventative maintenance (vehicle checks, change oil and fluids, rotate tire) on vehicles and equipment.
• Complete basic equipment operation training and operate equipment safely (utility vehicles, mowing and string trimming, blowers, chain saws, vehicle lift, brush chipper).
• Handle, clean and store all tools safely and properly.
• Adhere to basic safety rules and procedures including equipment tagout procedures and MSDS program.
• Perform snow plowing and application of ice control measures.
• Tree bucking and chipping
• Maintain landscapes and formal landscape beds to established standards. Plant, fertilize, prune and transplant trees and landscape plants.
• Safely apply herbicides/pesticides under a certified applicator.
• Perform basic plumbing projects, winterize restrooms, fountains, etc.
• Perform mowing, weed eating, edging and trimming at assigned park.
• Lead volunteer group maintenance projects.
• Identify and report safety concerns and sub-standard maintenance conditions.
• Clean facilities and vehicles; perform custodial work including trash and litter pick up.
• Complete basic painting and staining projects and properly clean equipment.
• Other Park related duties as assigned.

Level 2 Duties and Responsibilities include all of the above, and:

• Perform repair of buildings, signs, tables, etc. for small and medium-sized park projects.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Complete equipment operation training and operate equipment safely (skid steer, tractor, stone roller, dump truck).
• Operation, installation and removal of snow plowing and ice control equipment.
• Direct landscape bed maintenance and turf management.
• Application of herbicides and pesticides.
• Basic electrical work.
• Complete basic plumbing projects.
• Perform painting and staining projects.
• Perform medium-sized concrete and masonry projects.
• Plan and implement volunteer-based work projects; lead volunteer groups.
• Identify and properly address safety concerns and sub-standard maintenance conditions.
• Assist with orientation of new park staff, seasonal maintenance staff, interns and volunteers.
• Tree felling, bucking and chipping.
• Direct routine maintenance and audit corrections on park trails.

EQUIPMENT USED: Variety of riding and walk-behind mowers; small engines, trimmers, saws and pruners, power tools, chainsaws, hand tools, utility vehicles, trucks, snow removal equipment, chemical dispensing systems, light and medium-duty tractors, safety equipment.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Alternates to the following position requirements may be made as Metroparks finds appropriate and acceptable.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: Entry to moderate level experience in general turf, grounds and building maintenance, depending on assigned level.

Level 1 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required:

• Ability to perform tasks with moderate levels of supervision.
• Basic carpentry skills.
• Basic understanding of concrete installation process and tools.
• Basic equipment operation skills (utility vehicles, mowing and string trimming, blowers, chain saws, vehicle lift, brush chipper).
• Basic vehicle maintenance skills.
• Knowledge of proper storage and maintenance of work tools.
• Ability to operate snow plow and ice control equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to maintain formal landscapes and landscape beds including tree planting, fertilizing, pruning, transplanting.
• Lawn and yard maintenance skills.
• Janitorial skills.
• Basic plumbing skills necessary to complete projects such as winterizing restrooms and fountains, water shut off, clog removal, etc.
• Basic construction-oriented math skills.
• Ability to effectively instruct and lead volunteers.
• Painting skills.
• Knowledge of maintenance and safety standards; understanding of maintenance-related safety rules and procedures including equipment tagout and MSDS program.
• Able to successfully complete the following training within 12 months of hire and maintain certifications:
• CPR and First Aid
• OSHA 10-hour safety training
• Qualified Sawyer trainee
• Trained Service Technician for pesticide application
• Must be 18 years of age and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Level 2 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required include all of the above, and:

• Ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform small/medium-sized park maintenance projects such as installation of split rail fence, assembling tables and benches, replacing wood siding, etc.
• Ability to perform vehicle maintenance and minor mechanical repairs (e.g. brake jobs, starter/alternator replacement) with minimal direction.
• Equipment maintenance skills.
• Proficient in operation of equipment (skid steers, tractors, stone rollers, dump trucks, etc.).
• Ability to safely and effectively equip and operate snow plow and ice control equipment.
• Knowledge of basic turf management procedures.
• Proficient in application of pesticides and fertilizers; able to successfully complete and maintain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License with 2 additional categories (3A, 4A, 5, 6C, 7, 8, or 10A).
• Must obtain and maintain Qualified Sawyer certification.
• Basic electrical skills.
• Plumbing abilities necessary to complete projects such as replace/repair Sloan valves, traps, supply lines, etc.
• Ability to efficiently and neatly perform painting/staining projects; general understanding of paints and solvents.
• Ability to develop meaningful volunteer projects.
• Ability to effectively orient seasonal staff, new park staff, interns and volunteers to park processes and policies.
• Knowledge of trail audit and maintenance procedures.
• Skills necessary to perform concrete and paver repairs and replacement projects.

Behavioral Characteristics:

• Demonstrated tact and diplomacy when working with volunteers, the public and coworkers.
• Willingness to provide excellent customer service.
• Assumes responsibility and sees tasks through to completion. 
• Ability to be flexible in a changing work environment; supportive of continuous improvement and change.
• Always treats people with respect and consideration without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, age, religion, social or economic status, etc.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Workweek may include weekends, holidays, and evenings.
• Requires regular lifting up to 40 lb. and occasional lifting up to 60 lb; will work mostly outdoors in most weather conditions.

Metroparks Toledo is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, honoring your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. We are committed to sustaining a working and learning environment which is inclusive, equitable and welcoming.