Open Space Maintenance Worker - Seasonal

This is a for a part-time position, not exceed 1,039 hours in a fiscal year with the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department located in Carson City, Nevada.  Under general supervision, the Open Space Maintenance Worker will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction, modification, maintenance, restoration, and repair of open space lands and facilities. This includes:  trail construction and maintenance, resource management tasks (noxious weed abatement and re-vegetation), and general building and field maintenance. Additionally, the Open Space Maintenance Worker will use and operate a variety of manual and power tools and equipment; respond to requests and inquiries from the public, provide visitor information as necessary and perform related work as required.

**This recruitment is open on a continuous basis.  Interested individuals are encouraged to apply immediately as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process.  This recruitment will close without notice when either a sufficient number of applicants are received or a hiring decision has been made.**

The class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.  Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled construction, maintenance, restoration, and repair activities of open space properties and related facilities to ensure safe and efficient access for the public and staff.
• Performs trail and road maintenance and construction duties, including trail brushing, clearing downed trees, erosion control, and tread restoration; maintains and constructs drainage systems, trail bridges, culverts, fences, and gates.
• Performs resource management tasks, including identifying, removing, and spraying non-native invasive plants, pest control, identifying habitat concerns, and participating in data collection projects as assigned; provides information to resource management staff as needed.
• Performs facilities and structure construction and maintenance, including semi-skilled and skilled carpentry, painting, electrical, and plumbing tasks, general custodial duties, and water system installation and maintenance.
• Operates and maintains a variety of mechanical and power tools and equipment such as chain saws, drills, brush cutters, excavators, power augers, tractor loaders, mowing tractors, all-terrain vehicles, wood chipper, and various hand tools required for construction, carpentry, plumbing, and maintenance duties performed.
• Inspects assigned areas for future work projects; completes and submits work orders.
• Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
• Provides needed information and trainings on how to perform certain work tasks to new and/or seasonal employees.
• Oversees volunteers, seasonal workers, and/or other groups on assigned projects; inspects work to ensure quality control, proper use of equipment, and safety of participants.
• Inspects facilities and work areas to ensure a safe work environment; conducts inspections to ensure safe storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Maintains accurate logs, reports, and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
• Receives and acts upon complaints, referrals, and concerns from the public; responds to and performs work in emergency situations as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
 
Education and Experience:

High school diploma, GED or equivalent education; AND college-level coursework in park maintenance, resource management, or a related field; OR one (1) year of experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of parks, open spaces, and/or related facilities; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
  
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION:

•  A valid driver's license.   

• Maintenance principles, practices, tools, and equipment for maintaining and repairing open spaces, parks, and related facilities.
• Principles and standard practices of several trades as they apply to construction, maintenance, and repair of open spaces, parks, and related structures, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and irrigation work.
• Basic principles and practices of resource management, including weed management and habitat restoration.
• The operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools and light equipment.
• Traffic control procedures and traffic sign regulations.
• Occupational hazards and safety equipment and practices related to the work, including the handling of hazardous chemicals.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment, and basic computer applications.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting.
• Safe driving rules and practices, previous experience with use of 4WD to navigate unimproved dirt roads, preferred.
• Navigation using topographic maps, preferred.
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.

• Perform a variety of construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work with accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision.
• Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
• Safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and light equipment required for the work; perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Read, interpret, and apply technical information from manuals, drawings, specifications, layouts, blueprints, and schematics.
• Learn local flora (noxious and invasive weeds), fauna, cultural, and geological resources and methods and techniques of wild land resource protection and restoration.
• Learn Department and Open Space Division land boundaries.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written reports of work performed.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions. 
• Make accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone or radio, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Be self-directed and motivated to complete a variety of tasks, independently.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1.  Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

2.  This position works variable work hours. As such, this position requires working evenings and/or weekends. 

3.  This position is an hourly position, staffed for eight months or less (approximately March 1st to November 30th, and must not exceed 1,039 work hours in a fiscal year).
 
4.  Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
 
5.  Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
 
6.  New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation which cost the new employee $52.25 and a drug/alcohol screen which costs $36.50.  Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen.
 
7.  Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.  All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment.  Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.  For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775.887.2103 or go to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at www.ucis.gov.

8.  Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.