Pease Park - Operations Tech

1100 Kingsbury St. near Parkway, Austin TX

Description

Job Description: Park Operations Tech Location: Austin, TX Reports to: Park Operations Manager You: Outdoors loving, neat freak who lives to run beautifully organized facilities. Hospitable, service-oriented, people-person who is ready to break out of quarantine and into a thriving public and natural work environment. Maintenance pro, who is eager to work in a park setting and be a part of an energetic, collaborative and growth-focused work culture. Us: Austin’s most historic public park, in an urban setting that just underwent a major and beautiful remodel. A non-profit work environment with a passion for excellence and stewardship for Austin’s greenspace preservation. A safe space offering inclusivity, respect and the potential to grow within the organization. Position Description: The Park Operations Tech is responsible for facilities, grounds and custodial maintenance under the supervision of the Park Operations Manager. The Park Operations Tech will provide quality upkeep of the 7 acre Kingsbury Commons updated portion of Pease Park. This position is foundational to Pease Park’s vision of ensuring a clean, safe and high quality visitor experience. Specific Responsibilities: Facilities Maintenance: * Preserve “Hardscapes” such as paved surfaces, basketball court, bocce court, mulch and other trails. Includes sweeping paths, debris removal with an electric blower, power washing, litter removal, and inspection for damage, vandalism, or other needed repairs. Prompt graffiti or gum removal as needed, and responsibility to address issues as soon as they are identified. * Maintain “Site Features” such as the Tudor Cottage, treehouse, drinking fountain, lighting, fencing, walls, exercise equipment, playscape, water feature, seating, and irrigation. Daily site walk and inspection of all grounds facilities to ensure upkeep, cleanliness, and maintenance. Troubleshoot, suggesting maintenance updates and repairs as needed, and report issues as they arise. Groundskeeping: Perform “Softscape” maintenance and general landscaping in coordination with the Conservation Coordinator and volunteers. Includes potential litter removal, weeding, pruning, raking, planting, leaf blowing, edging, tidying flower beds, trash removal and other grounds services as needed. Work in a variety of landscapes including display garden beds, lawn and woodlands. Custodial Service: Restroom deep cleans and frequent checks, restocking soap and toilet paper, attending to as-needed spot cleans on site. Emptying trash and recycling cans, and carrying trash and recycling to dumpsters. Security and Emergencies: Communicate concerns regarding infrastructure, safety hazards and park usage issues as necessary. Report public disturbances, violations of use, and enforce park rules when necessary, and ensure a safe experience. Open and/or close park. Hospitality: Ongoing friendly, proactive engagement of park visitors acting as on-site point of contact, greeting visitors, answering questions, and educating of appropriate usage. Special Event Support: Logistics, setting up, and breaking down event features, and post-event clean up. Experience and Skills Required: Love of the outdoors and ability to perform rigorous physical labor on a daily basis in year round weather conditions. Ability to lift 50 lbs and operate power equipment. Ability to stand, squat, kneel, climb ladders and walk for extended periods. Ability to follow and maintain quality standards and detailed record keeping. Attention to detail; ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Effective time management skills with ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Ability to work weekends is preferred. Salary and Benefits: The Park Operations Tech position is hiring for both full-time and part time non-exempt positions at $15 an hour. Our full-time position offers a generous benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance, a 403(b) savings plan with employer matching, time off and more. How to Apply: Send your resume and cover letter letting us know about who you are and why you think you’re the best fit for the position to [email protected]. Candidates selected for an interview will be requested to provide references.