Job Description

Posting number: 09123

Department: Parks and Recreation

Job classification: Maintenance Technician I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building Maintenance, Parks and Recreation, Grounds & Landscaping

Summary

Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a person for a part-time position as a Maintenance Technician I for Horizons Park. This will also be a floating position to cover possible vacancies at all Community Parks. Duties include cleaning restrooms, mulching, cleaning the shelter, rescue boat operation, mowing, mulching, working with the public and performing various projects using a variety of equipment including tractors, blowers and various handheld power tools.

Work Schedule:

March - November: Thursday - Saturday 6:30 am - 2:30 pm

November - February: Wednesday & Thursday 8 hours per day

Benefits for this position include vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and 401k contribution.

Examples of duties

A successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

Ability to follow written and oral instruction.

Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

Ability to independently adhere to a time schedule.

Ability to maintain order and ensure compliance with rules.

Ability to operate and care for power equipment and hand tools.

Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

Ability to independently adhere to a time schedule.

Ability to maintain order and ensure compliance with rules.

Ability to inspect and report needs for repairs.

Ability to regularly lift 50 pounds.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED and some experience in basic building or grounds maintenance

A valid driver's license is required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for the minimum requirements.

Supplemental information

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Cleaning restrooms and shelters

Mowing, mulching, weeding/spraying, blowing debris and leaves

Trash/litter pick-up

Rescue boat operation

Working with the public

Performing various projects using a variety of equipment including tractors, mowers and various handheld power tools.