townopOrange Park, FL
Equipment Operator-Facility Maintenance
Equipment Operator-Facility Maintenance
Equipment Operator-Facility Maintenance
townopOrange Park, FL
today
Landscaping and Groundskeeping WorkersMaintenance and Repair Workers, GeneralOperating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Landscaping ServicesFacilities Support ServicesAdministration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development
Apply for this role →We exist to provide Town of Orange Park residents with an elite level of professional services.
The mission begins with the Town’s motto, “Closer to What Matters,” and what matters is our people.
We are a team of individuals from diverse backgrounds who share the common goal of being the premier government agency in Northeast Florida. We believe that safe neighborhoods, beautiful green spaces, well-kept facilities, clean water, and friendly neighborhood events bringing the community together are just some of the ways Orange Park team members benefit our residents. If you are ready to see the meaningful difference you make in the daily lives of others, you have come to the right place.
Applicants and candidates can see the Town’s commitment to our team members through competitive wages, comprehensive benefits plans, supplemental plans, Employee Assistance Program, deferred compensation options, and evolving employee engagement, development, and advocacy strategies.
The most common traits of successful team members include reliability, dedication to service, and collaborative mentality. We embrace candidates who share in our core values of integrity, accountability, transparency, ethics, and economic stewardship. Come join a team that will definitely bring you “closer to what matters.”
Position Summary:
This position is involved in the operation of light equipment used in the operation, maintenance and repair of parks, buildings, playgrounds, trees, streets, sidewalks, drainage, and general maintenance. Work varies seasonally and is predominantly an outdoor position. This position involves the operation of power equipment. The incumbent operates lawn mowers, weed eaters, tractor with mower, ditch diggers, hedge trimmers, as well as other hand tools. Routine maintenance and lubrication of equipment is performed. This position reports directly to the Operations Superintendent under the Public Works Director. Work is performed both independently and in a team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Weed eats and landscapes town outdoor areas
Rake or blow leaves from grounds, parking lots & sidewalks
Tree trimming
Installs holiday decorations
Prepares and cleans up for special events
Empties trash cans
Sweeps and mops floors
Cleans town facilities and restrooms
Change light bulbs
Paint indoors and outdoors
Pressure wash sidewalks or other structures
Operate a town vehicle or pick-up truck
Cuts grass, weeds, and brush; plants flowers, trees and shrubbery
Removes paper and refuse from public grounds
Follows orders given by supervisor
Completes daily work logs
The above cited duties are responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent by be expected or asked to perform.
Minimum Requirements High School Diploma or GED
Some experience in operating light or heavy equipment
Valid State of FL Drivers License
CDL is recommended
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Some knowledge of tools used in grounds and building maintenance.
Ability to comprehend and carry out oral instructions
Ability to perform manual labor, sometimes under adverse weather conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, facility users and residents
Ability to perform work without close supervision at times
Ability to read, write and perform basic math problems
Ability to operate vehicles and trucks
Physically able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds unassisted, or more with assistance
Mechanical ability to troubleshoot causes of mechanical failure and determine appropriate corrective action
Ability to participate in, understand and implement appropriate OSHA training
Work Conditions: When handling heavy material and mechanical equipment other personnel are available for assistance.
Work requires kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders etc. during various work operations.
Exposure to one or more of the following: moving vehicles and objects, sharp edges, electric shock, high work, inclement weather conditions and in some cases slippery working surfaces.
Also on the board Same function, level within a rung
Level
Mid
Location
Orange Park, FL
Occupation
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
Industry
Landscaping Services
Posted
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