Parks Worker - Cemetery Operations u0026 Sports Turf

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GENERAL PURPOSE:
Ensures well-maintained, high quality, safe and aesthetically pleasing cemetery grounds, sports fields and park facilities. Operates and maintains cemetery and/or sports field maintenance equipment, cleans and prepares facilities and hardscape areas. Leads part time staff to accomplish identified work goals and assists in the completion of other tasks as assigned. Flexibility a must and ability to work various hours including nights, weekends and holidays required.
The salary range for this position is $18.71- $27.07
per hour with a hiring range of
18.71
22.88
depending on qualifications and experience.
Position will close to applicants on: Monday, 3/7/22 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ensures safe, clean and well-maintained cemetery grounds, restrooms, shelters, playgrounds / play-courts and sports fields by conducting inspections, custodial services, maintenance procedures and repairs
Maintains equipment to ensure reliability & safety
Excavates and backfills grave sites safely & efficiently
Performs sports field layouts, ball field preparations, inspections and maintenance related field management.
Ensures the most efficient and effective use of time and resources by planning and scheduling work for self & others
Completes work tasks through safe and proper use/operation of various tools and equipment
Works as an effective part of a City-team by responding to change and special needs with flexibility and in a positive manner by taking initiative to resolve conflicts with others independently
Maintains dialogue and relationships with the public, special interest groups and City staff on a constructive level by employing effective interpersonal skills
Communicates and/or records accurate & complete information for internal documentation, reports and plans
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Aids and assists with parks & public grounds duties as assigned. Incumbent may be re-assigned to other sections within the Parks Division with similar duties if it is in the best interest of the Division.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
Supervises part-staff and volunteers, as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a variety of people directly and/or via mobile phone, computer and two-way radio. Ability to perform strenuous physical work, including but not limited to, sports field maintenance & layout in all weather conditions. Basic landscape plant identification skills and ability to diagnose turf disease problems preferred. Ability to safely operate a truck, trailer and other maintenance equipment in an urban setting using proper traffic control devices and personal protective equipment. Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with co-workers, special interest groups and the general public. Ability to physically maneuver uneven cemetery grounds, sports fields and parks with various topographical conditions to visually identify needed work and to inspect work results. Ability to program and monitor computerized controller systems using mathematical principles; basic knowledge of electrical circuits and repair preferred.
Core competencies
Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, ExcellentService with Courtesy & Kindness
Job specific competencies:
Time management, Adaptability, Technical knowledge (Includes Equipment Operation)
Education and/or experience
Two years of experience in general park facility and ball field maintenance, and/or sports field layout and maintenance, and/or general cemetery operations with an emphasis on duties most closely related to the position’s Essential Job Duties preferred.
Licensure and/or certifications
Must possess a valid driver’s license. Current possession of or ability to obtain Confined Space Entry, CPR and First Aid certifications within six months of hire date. May be required to obtain a State of Colorado commercial pesticide applicator’s license within six months of employment.
Material and equipment directly used
Utility vehicle, tractor with backhoe and front bucket, trencher, ball field drag mat, field painter, mowers, back pack and hand held sprayers and blowers, fertilizer spreaders, hand and power tools, two-way radio, mobile phone, City vehicles including trailers and dump truck.
Working conditions and physical requirements
Ability to do strenuous physical work and to work in all weather conditions including:
Operating various types of tools and equipment associated with field layout, landscape maintenance and the building trades.
Lifting, carrying and stocking heavy items and bagged materials.
Mixing, leveling and wheel barrowing cement for foundation work.
Removing snow by hand with shovel and with a snow blower.
Digging, sweeping and raking various landscaping and ball field maintenance materials.
Working in below-ground level trenches and from above-ground level ladders or scaffolds
Ability to safely push, pull, carry, and/or move tools and equipment (up to 50 lbs)
Ability to move and position granite monuments in excess of 250 lbs.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!
In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.
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more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.
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Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:
Two (2) medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
Employee Health & Wellness Center (self/family)
Paid vacation, holidays, and medical leave
Flexible spending including Dependent Care
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary 529 College Invest program
Personal and Professional Development opportunities
Discounted recreation passes
Employee recognition program
Exceptional work-life balance
Market based pay & regular performance reviews
Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
A driving record and criminal history background check will be obtained pre-employment.
Job Address
500 E. Third Street
Loveland
Colorado
80537
United States
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With over 300 days of sunshine, proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park, endless outdoor recreation options and a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene Loveland is an award winning City.  In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the 2020 Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence.  Loveland is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years.  Additionally, Loveland has consistently been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. Featured by USA Today in 2017 as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.  As the rest of the world is figuring out what we have known for quite some time… Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE! ~ Love What You Do, Land With Us!
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