Park Maintenance Worker Aide

2197 Chase Drive near Coloma Road, Rancho Cordova CA

Description

Bring your desire to work outdoors to Cordova Recreation & Park District! We’re looking for candidates with enthusiasm to learn new trade skills and have the drive to support the community. Our team strives to provide quality parks, facilities and amenities for public use and to do that we need people like you! About The District Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD) is one of the largest Independent Special Districts in Sacramento County. It encompasses 75 square miles with over 40 parks and facilities and 120,000 residents. The District serves the park and recreation needs of the City of Rancho Cordova, Gold River, Mather, Rosemont, Larchmont, Riviera East, and additional unincorporated portions of Sacramento County. Over the next two decades, the District is expected to double the number of parks/facilities and new residents. Class Summary Under general supervision, performs a variety of unskilled/semi-skilled labor and maintenance work in the maintenance and operations of District parks and facilities. The Park Maintenance Worker Aide shall perform the following essential duties: - Performs semi-skilled and unskilled manual labor work in landscaping, irrigation, carpentry, horticulture, masonry, painting, custodial, pest control and other crafts as required. - Assists in the maintenance of turf by mowing, edging, fertilizing, aerating and raking. - Assists in the installation, repair and maintenance of irrigation systems. - Assists in the installation, pruning and maintenance of various shrubs and trees. - Sweep, mop and clean areas; clean and sanitize restrooms. - Assesses facilities, equipment and apparatus to identify conditions and take appropriate action to ensure safety. - Cleans, maintains and organizes tools and equipment required for the job. - Maintains written records and reports. - Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience (position requirements at entry): Equivalent to graduation from high school plus one year of training and experience in the skilled minimum requirements listed above. Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required. Skilled in: Basic knowledge of proper and safe methods, techniques, materials and equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair District parks and facilities. Ability to: Follow oral and written directions and schedules; do simple mathematics; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public. Pre-Hire Requirements: Before an employee is hired, they must successfully complete pre-employment requirements including, but not limited to: fingerprinting and background check, reference check, DMV check, licensure/certification check, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. How to Apply for this Position: Applicants must submit, during the application filing period, an online application and attach any supplemental information as required in the job announcement which may include submitting responses to a supplemental questionnaire at: You can find the full job announcement and job description on our website at www.crpd.com Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact the assigned recruiter upon opening of a recruitment. The Cordova Recreation and Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer