Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience: - Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus one (1) year of experience in general construction, or custodial building maintenance or repair work.
- One (1) additional year of relevant work experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:- Texas Class “C” Operator’s License.
Notes to Applicants
The City of Austin
Parks and Recreation Department ( PARD ) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community.
The purpose of the
Temporary - General Maintenance Worker I position is to, under general supervision, perform building and grounds maintenance tasks at the Turner-Roberts Recreation Center. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Clean building interiors and exterior perimeter space.
- Assist with set-up and clean-up of exhibit gym space and multi-purpose rooms for programs and events as needed.
Application Instructions/Job Requirements: - Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting - up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
- Military/Veteran Preference for Interview Process: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.
- Driving Requirement: This position requires a valid Texas Class “C” Operator’s License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
- Physical Requirements : Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Must be physically and mentally able to work with participants adapting to a variety of conditions such as daily walking, standing, balancing, kneeling, stooping, running, bending, crawling, and stretching. Must be able to tolerate loud noise associated with enthusiasm and excitement. Ability to work outside in all types of weather and/or inclement conditions, and in confined spaces.
Other: - Application Status Communication: Please note that you will be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process. Once the department is no longer hiring for this position, you may receive a notification informing you the position is closed and the hiring process is concluded.
- Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
- All PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.
Pay Range
$20.80 per hour.
Hours
Work/Location Schedule Notes: - Monday through Friday with rotating shifts of 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
- May be required to work during special events, some weekends & holidays.
- Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
- May be required to work during city emergencies such as extreme weather events.
Job Close Date 09/08/2024 Type of Posting External Department Parks and Recreation Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Turner-Roberts Recreation Center - 7201 Colony Loop Drive Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience: - Experience related to grounds keeping or general labor services at a recreational facility or similar setting.
- Experience using hand tools, powers tools, and other maintenance equipment including but not limited to, leaf blowers, string mowers, walk-behind curb edgers, and large mowers.
- Experience with minor plumbing repair.
- Experience in using cleaning materials.
Other: - Ability to travel to more than one work location.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Tapes, floats, and textures sheetrock, hammers nails/stakes. Measures using tapes, transits, levels, etc. Moves furniture, file cabinets, equipment, changes light bulbs. Paints, varnishes, and/or seals walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, equipment, etc using brushes, rollers, air sprayers, etc. Installs and/or replaces floor and ceramic tiles. Drives vehicles as needed, such as truck, pick-up truck, etc. Replaces glass in doors and windows, repairs and replaces door locks and knobs. Performs unskilled carpentry work in the construction/repair of walls, ceilings, etc. Repairs and replace electric plugs and cords. Performs simple plumbing installations and repairs such as install or repair faucets, unclogs drains, replaces valves, etc. Operates drills, buffers, grinders, sanders, power saws, radial arm, skill saw, etc. Performs basic service on pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, etc repack, change oil and filters, lubricate, etc.
Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in routine painting, carpentry and moderate levels of construction.
- Knowledge of basic electricity and plumbing.
- Knowledge of proper safety practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of the equipment, methods and materials used in ground maintenance.
- Knowledge of proper methods and procedures used in cleaning work area and equipment.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Maintenance Worker I position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus one (1) year of experience in general construction, or custodial building maintenance or repair work. One (1) additional year of relevant work experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* This position requires a Texas Class "C" Operator's License. Do you have a Texas Class "C" Operator's License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Texas Class "C" Operator's License by your hire date?
* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that external new hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?
* Please describe your experience doing janitorial, grounds keeping, or other related work experience.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.
* Please note that you will be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process. Once the department is no longer hiring for this position, you may receive a notification informing you the position is closed and the application process is concluded.
- Yes. I acknowledge and understand the statement above.
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