Job Abstract

DESCRIPTION
Under direction, provides maintenance at City parks and facilities; maintains an assigned area clean and orderly; prepares event set-ups; makes minor repairs; performs related duties as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the direct supervision of the Park Facilities Maintenance Lead Worker and Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May provide technical direction to hourly maintenance staff and volunteers.

The following functions are typical for this classification. The incumbent may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Performs a variety of maintenance duties; cleans and dusts office areas, cleans and sanitizes restrooms, polishes furniture and other woodworks. Polishes brass fixtures, clears debris from walkways, and cleans debris from rooftops and gutters. Cleans kitchens and snack bars, cleans stoves, ovens, refrigerators, sinks, microwave ovens and cupboards. Sweeps, mops, strips, waxes, buffs and oils floors; dusts, waxes and polishes furniture, trim and office fixtures; vacuums and shampoos carpets and mats.

Empties and cleans waste receptacles, cleans and disinfects park and facility restrooms, washes windows, walls and tiles, replaces various light bulbs, removes graffiti.

Assists with preparation of parks and facilities for regular and special events. Sets up, moves, arranges and takes down furniture and equipment for regular activities and special events; moving and setting up bleachers, chairs, benches and public address system. May operate lighting, sound and other audio visual equipment in support of special events and regular activities.

Maintains equipment and materials used in assigned work; makes minor repairs and reports the need for major repairs; orders replenishes supplies.

May lead and provide technical direction to hourly employees and volunteers when working as a group. Ensure that volunteers and hourlies assigned check in and out properly, remain within assigned work areas and follow appropriate safety procedures when working in and around areas containing chemicals, equipment or other potential hazards.

Completes and maintains work sheets, materials requisitions and schedules; prepares activity, inspection, malfunction/repair needs, performance reports and replenishes supplies.

Inspects assigned area daily and reports any safety or maintenance issues to supervisor. Properly secures any broken equipment or hazards to ensure employee and patron safety. Documents inspection findings and any actions taken/reported on daily inspection form as provided. Completes daily log of work performed; prepares logs after events to note facility conditions and equipment use.

Aids park patrons and answers questions from the general public. Greets event organizers and permitees at the start of events, provides information, clarifies rules and expectations, assist with customer needs before and during events and inspects facilities for damage and cleanliness at the conclusion of events.

Opens and secures buildings, turns out lights and locks windows, doors, and gates. May turn boiler or building mechanical equipment on or off; raises, lowers and replaces flags; monitors assigned area to prevent vandalism; provides information to the public.

Operates and transports equipment related to park maintenance. May drive a City vehicle or other small utility vehicle inspects and cleans equipment. Performs minor maintenance and repairs to City facilities and equipment or refers problems to appropriate staff. Follows applicable safety rules and regulations, cleans at special events, and performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. A typical way of obtaining the knowledge and abilities would be of graduation from high school or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in custodial maintenance, facility maintenance or grounds maintenance work within the last 10 years. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: Cleaning tools, solutions and cleaning equipment. Workplace safety, proper lifting, hazardous material safe handling practices and basic mathematics. Appropriate cleaning methods, materials and equipment used in custodial work; health and safety regulations related to custodial maintenance work and toxic chemical application.

Ability to: Follows oral and written instructions in English. Understand and follow established departmental work procedures and practices, work safely and independently, communicate effectively orally and in writing, maintain accurate work records, perform physically demanding work, performs continuous physical labor, including bending and lifting. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with supervisors, other employees and the public. Ability to operate mechanical and power custodial equipment: make minor repairs to fixtures and equipment, work safely and independently, understand and follow oral and written directions; organize various work tasks, generate and maintain accurate work records, reforms physically demanding work. Clean continuously in large crowds, may be required to learn simple plumbing, painting and carpentry repair techniques. Performs other related duties as assigned.

California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System
An incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program. The Pull Notice program provides information on the incumbent's driving record and Driver's License status on a periodic basis to the City of South Gate. An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, bend, crouch, talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Incumbents are frequently exposed to hazardous conditions and must occasionally work at heights of 40 to 90 feet. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color perception and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually noisy. Incumbents are occasionally exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Application Packets Must Include: A fully completed online employment application which:

• Covers at least the past 10 years of employment history (or longer if you have other relevant experience).
• Responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
• Must be specific in describing your qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
• Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any phase of the application or selection process must advise Human Resources and make such a request during the application process. Every effort will be made to provide a reasonable accommodation where requested.

1. Application Review: The first phase will be a detailed review and appraisal of each candidate's application. This phase is for qualifying purposes only. There is no weight assigned to this phase. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may be invited to the next phase.
2. Written Examination: If a written exam is given, a minimum of 70% must be obtained on the written exam in order to be eligible to continue to the next phase of the selection process which will consist of an oral appraisal interview.
3. Oral Appraisal Interview: A minimum of 70% must be obtained to pass the oral appraisal interview.
4. Employment Eligibility List: The Employment Eligibility List will be established after completion of the examination process. Current and future vacancies will be filled from this list. Lists typically last for 12 months, but may be extended or abolished in accordance with the City's Civil Service rules and regulations.

• The City supports a Drug-Free Workplace.
• All potential employees are required to successfully complete a thorough background investigation, fingerprinting, and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening).
• New employees must complete a verification form designated by the United States Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services, that certifies eligibility for employment in the United States of America.