Definition

This position will remain open until 100 qualified applications are received. You are encouraged to apply immediately. You will not be able to submit an application for this position once the recruitment closes.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and servicing of City parks, trees, and facilities; performs related duties as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level apprentice class in the Park Maintenance Worker series and incumbents in this class normally perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks; trucks and other power driven equipment may be operated on a training basis or for tasks which are repetitious in nature. Assistant Park Maintenance Worker I's (Part Time) are normally trainee positions with the incumbents advancing to compete for Full Time Park Maintenance Worker I positions, as the difficulty and complexity of their duties increase and positions become available.

Essential Functions

These functions may not be present in all positions in this class. When a position is to be filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. The Assistant Park Maintenance Worker I (Part Time) position may assist Full Time Park Maintenance I staff in any or all of the following functions:

Using power and hand tools, edges, and weeds lawns, flower beds, and other landscaped areas; cuts and plants sod; spreads seed and fertilizer; plants or removes flowers; operates, maintains, and repairs in-ground sprinkler systems; cleans walks, parking areas, and other areas of leaves and other debris; removes trash; operates power mowers, blowers, sweepers, edgers, hedge trimmers, clippers, sprayers, and other equipment or vehicles; makes minor repairs such as sharpening blades; performs routine maintenance and equipment safety inspection.

Trims and prunes trees and shrubs; cleans surrounding areas; utilizes various hand/power tools and equipment such as pruners, hedgers, clippers, chain-saws, and chipper; removes trees that are dead, diseased, or causing damage to concrete.

Plants trees; prepares ground; assists in determining which species of tree of plant and where to plant; waters and fertilizes new tree; uses auger for tree planting.

Maintains athletic fields and play ground equipment; assists in setting up, breaking down, and general maintenance for City sponsored events.

Sweeps, cleans and stocks rest rooms with supplies; cleans courts, walks, and other recreational equipment and facilities; may assist in setting up tables and chairs for recreational activities.

Performs various building maintenance tasks and minor plumbing, carpentry, and electrical repairs; prepares interior and exterior surfaces for painting.

May be required to perform work on weekends and/or answer emergency calls from the public and other agencies taking appropriate action such as placing barricades, removing fallen trees and limbs, and emergency repair of irrigation systems.

Operates pickup and dump trucks, tractors, backhoe, aerial lift truck and other maintenance equipment; participates in the control of traffic; sets out cones, signs, or barricades; may direct at the work site.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
These are position functions which may be changed, deleted or reassigned to accommodate an individual with a disability.

Qualification Guidelines

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include some exposure or experience with grounds and parks maintenance.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL LEVELS:
Working knowledge or ability to learn of grounds maintenance methods and techniques; plants, flowers, and shrubs; operation and maintenance of tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance; grounds caretaking equipment operation and maintenance. Skill in the operation power tools and equipment.

ABILITY LEVEL:
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions; keep accurate records; perform unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled tasks using a variety of tools and equipment; perform heavy manual labor; lift 90 pounds on a regular basis; repair irrigation and sprinkler systems; operate vehicles and stationary mechanical equipment; respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner; communicate effectively with a variety of personnel and establish/maintain effective working relationships; understand and apply policies and procedures; work independently; work safely; perform light carpentry, plumbing, and masonry work; pour and mix concrete; perform a variety of building maintenance, as directed by full time personnel..

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a current and valid Class C California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.

Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Position requires sitting, standing, and walking on uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, crawling, and making repetitive hand movements above and below shoulder level in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment and acute hearing is required when providing face-to-face service. The need to lift, carry, pull and push tools, supplies and other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this position works outdoors in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Part-time employees are paid an hourly rate based on hours worked and typically work 19 hours or less per week. The City of Azusa does not pay into Social Security, so part-time employees are enrolled in the Accumulation Program for Part-Time and Limited-Service Employees (APPLE). Part-time employees pay 3.75% of wages into this retirement program and the City matches the employee's (3.75% of wages) share.

Paid Sick Leave:
Effective July 1, 2015, part-time employees accrue sick leave beginning with the first full pay period of employment on the basis of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. The maximum accrual per year is 48 hours. A waiting period of 90 days is required before an employee may be eligible to use paid sick leave. Although paid sick leave can be carried over year to year, an employee can only accumulate up to a maximum of 48 hours and may use up to 24 hours in any one year.

This position is not covered by any other medical benefits.