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PARKS MAINTAINER

PARKS MAINTAINER
Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department - Parks Division

Join our team of professional park staff to care for our 67 parks, 30 playgrounds, over 20,000 street trees, 11 community gardens, dozens of flower beds, 50+ miles of trails, 39 athletic fields and various winter recreation areas. Help make our parks, trails and open spaces a great place our Portland community can enjoy. This Parks Maintainer position performs a variety of semi-skilled and lead construction, repair and maintenance work within City owned parks, trails and open spaces.
Requirements:

• Thorough knowledge and working experience of agricultural and turf management practices
• Knowledge and experience with the functions and operating methods of a wide variety of mowing and park construction equipment, ability to operate equipment efficiently and safely, and ability to make minor repairs.
• Must have the ability to work well in a team and individual setting .
• Flexibility and willingness to work mandatory overtime during the winter period to include sanding and salting and plowing of snow; this may include weekends and holidays.
• Good visual acuity for driving and physical strength, agility and stamina necessary to withstand exposure to adverse climatic conditions;
Demonstrate great customer service and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and members of the public;

Training desired:

• CPR and First Aid certification
• Chainsaw safety and felling certification
• Completion of OSHA approved confined space training and work zone safety.
• Candidates with a valid Class B Maine Driver’s License in good standing (or have the ability to obtain it within the first 6 months of appointment date) will receive an additional $1.50 Stipend. Also, must pass a federally mandated drug test at time of obtaining a Class B License
• Must have and maintain a good driving record

Necessary requirements:

• Maine Certified Landscape Professional and a State of Maine Commercial Pesticide Applicators License with category 3A and 6B (or the ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment date).
• Must undergo a pre-employment physical assessment.

Applications accepted until filled
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.
Salary & Benefits:
This is a union position, Labor & Trades (Grade 18) - Pay range starting at $22.67/hr. plus $1.00/hr. additional stipend.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
• Thirteen paid holidays
• Sick, vacation, and personal leave
• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
• Use of City recreation facilities
• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Shae Gonzalez (City of Portland Recruiter) at sgonzalez@portlandmaine.gov or 207-653-3615 (call or text)
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Group : LABOR AND
Job Family : LABOR, TRADES & MAINTENANCE
Posting Start : 11/15/2024
Posting End : 12/31/9999
Details : Job Description