Full-Time Park Maintenance Specialist

Park Maintenance Specialist, Full-Time (Non-Exempt) Hourly Rate: $19.00 starting rate; $32.00 maximum rate Pay Grade: C | Starting rate is based on relevant experience and education.

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Varies Position Summary Lake Metroparks is seeking a Park Maintenance Specialist to perform skilled and general maintenance of park buildings, grounds, trails, amenities, equipment, and natural areas. Under the direction of the Park Maintenance Supervisor or Park Maintenance Superintendent, this position helps provide safe, clean, and well-maintained public spaces. The work schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs. Position Requirements Education and

Experience:
• High school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or equivalent skills preferred.
• One to two years of experience in general building, grounds, landscape, custodial, or related maintenance required; relevant training or transferable experience may be considered. Certificates Or Licenses
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Park District’s liability policy. Required Training: Employees must complete and maintain all required Park District training, including applicable safety, fraud prevention, ethics, harassment prevention, and job-specific training. Other
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check is required.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs.
• Must be able to work independently, collaborate as a member of a crew, and provide task or project direction when assigned.
• Must be able to operate Park District vehicles and equipment safely and remain insurable under the Park District’s liability policy. Essential Duties And Responsibilities
• Follows all applicable safety procedures, reports hazards or incidents promptly, and supports a safe environment for participants, visitors, volunteers, and staff.
• Maintains lawns, landscaped areas, grounds, and outdoor amenities throughout the year.
• Performs snow and ice removal, including plowing, operating snow blowers, shoveling, and applying approved treatment materials.
• Performs custodial work before and after daily visitation, park programs, rentals, and community events, including sweeping, mopping, removing trash and recycling, cleaning windows and restrooms, and restocking supplies.
• Performs routine building maintenance and assigned projects, including carpentry, painting, minor plumbing repairs, and basic electrical work within the employee’s training and authorization.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, and performs preventive maintenance and basic repairs on buildings, grounds, amenities, and related systems; reports work requiring specialized service.
• Maintains trails, assists with tree and debris removal, and supports construction or installation of park amenities.
• Safely operates, inspects, cleans, and performs routine care of hand tools, power tools, landscaping equipment, vehicles, and other assigned equipment.
• Monitors inventory and obtains or stocks approved maintenance supplies and equipment in accordance with Park District procedures.
• Sets up and removes equipment and furnishings and provides custodial support for special events and park programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities ☒ This position has no supervisory duties. Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below describe the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the position. Lake Metroparks may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals who experience barriers to employment so they can perform the essential functions of the position. Computer Skills And Equipment Operated
• Ability to use email, web-based work systems, and common Microsoft 365 applications as needed to communicate, document work, and complete assigned records.
• Ability to safely operate assigned equipment, which may include lawn mowers, trimmers, snowplows, snow blowers, hand tools, power tools, trailers, and Park District vehicles. Additional Information This position requires the employee to demonstrate the following observable knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge
• Working knowledge of building, grounds, trail, landscape, and custodial maintenance practices.
• Working knowledge of basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical maintenance appropriate to assigned duties.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, hazard communication, and proper selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Knowledge of routine inspection, preventive maintenance, and safe storage of tools, equipment, fuels, and maintenance materials. Skills
• Skill in safely using and maintaining common hand tools, power tools, landscaping equipment, and maintenance equipment.
• Skill in completing routine maintenance and minor repairs within assigned training and authorization.
• Skill in clear verbal and written communication.
• Skill in organization, time management, and accurate recordkeeping. Abilities
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, work orders, safety procedures, and equipment instructions.
• Ability to inspect work areas, recognize hazards or maintenance needs, gather relevant information, and take appropriate action or report the issue.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and respond to changing operational needs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, volunteers, and other departments.
• Ability to provide respectful, helpful service to participants, visitors, and community partners.
• Ability to learn new procedures, equipment, and job-related technology. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Lake Metroparks may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals who experience barriers to employment so they can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this position, the employee frequently stands, walks over level and uneven surfaces, bends, kneels, crouches, climbs, reaches, pushes, pulls, grips, and uses hands for tools and controls. The employee regularly lifts or moves items weighing up to 50 pounds and may occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 75 pounds, using assistance or material-handling equipment when appropriate. Duties may require climbing ladders, entering or exiting vehicles and equipment, working in sustained or varied postures, communicating in person, by radio, or by telephone, and performing limited computer and recordkeeping tasks. The position requires the visual and auditory ability, with correction or assistive devices as appropriate, to inspect work, identify hazards, operate equipment, and respond to surroundings safely. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in park buildings, maintenance areas, vehicles, and outdoor locations throughout the year. Conditions may include heat, cold, humidity, precipitation, dust, dirt, noise, odors, low-light areas, uneven or slippery surfaces, and proximity to moving vehicles or equipment. The employee may work alone or with a crew and may have contact with participants, visitors, volunteers, contractors, and staff. Required personal protective equipment and a Park District-provided uniform must be worn as directed. Work schedules may vary to support weather response, events, seasonal operations, and other Park District needs. POTENTIAL HAZARDS Potential hazards include exposure to cleaning products, fuels, lubricants, pesticides or other approved maintenance materials; moving vehicles, machinery, sharp tools, powered equipment, noise, vibration, dust, and airborne debris; electrical sources; traffic; uneven terrain; falling branches or other natural hazards; weather-related conditions; and work at heights or in restricted-access areas when assigned and authorized. Employees must follow applicable procedures, use required personal protective equipment, and perform only work for which they are trained and authorized. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS The employee must demonstrate commitment and sensitivity to the needs of Lake Metroparks and its constituents, support the mission of the Park District, maintain professional conduct, comply with applicable policies and procedures, and provide respectful service to participants, visitors, volunteers, coworkers, and community partners.

Benefits:
Lake Metroparks offers the following benefits to eligible full-time employees:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) membership
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Paid leave, including vacation, personal, sick, and holiday leave
• Optional benefits, including additional life insurance, short-term disability coverage, and deferred compensation
• Mental health resources and an employee assistance program (EAP)
• Additional benefits, including Northeastern Ohio Inter-Museum Council membership, agency discounts, and tuition reimbursement PI287906692