About The Role

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JOB TITLE: Craft Technician III - Parks (Chemicals)

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Varies

REPORTS TO: Varies

SUMMARY: Responsible for providing specialized repair and maintenance duties in a skilled trade (e.g. chemical application). Duties may include: obtaining bids on parts; troubleshooting and maintaining systems; conducting inspections; and, performing maintenance and repairs in accordance with state codes, regulations, and safety procedures. Work is performed with limited supervision. May require training and direction to other employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs specialized troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance in a skilled trade to a variety of structures, equipment, and/or systems, which may include: landscape, aquatic systems, and/or other related items.
Operates a variety of specialized tools and equipment, which may include: computerized monitoring systems, sprayers, mixers, hand and power tools, and/or other related tools and equipment.
Maintains work order logs and prioritizes work accordingly.
Determines quantity and types of equipment and other materials to be used for work orders.
Monitors inventory of supplies and equipment to ensure adequate stock and functionality is maintained; orders required supplies when inventory levels meet established guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS

Parks - Chemical Applicator

Maintain quality turf and landscape beds in Parks and Facilities using necessary herbicides, fertilizers, and pesticides.
Performs a wide variety of activities in support of athletic field maintenance, which includes: maintaining the quality of turf areas on sports fields and common areas and applying chemicals for fertilization and/or pest control.
Aquatic herbicide applications as required.

SUPERVISORY /BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides budget input and helps monitor specific line item expenditures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of facilities maintenance practices and procedures;
Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations;
Knowledge of chemicals and chemical mixtures;
Knowledge of safety and security procedures;
Knowledge of applicable tools and equipment of the trade;
Knowledge of inventory maintenance principles;
Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts;
Skilled in evaluating and recommending repair, replacement, and maintenance of applicable components and equipment;
Skilled in effectively solving problems and making decisions;
Skilled in maintaining records;
Skilled in performing manual labor;
Skilled in operating, maintaining, and repairing a variety of hand and power tools;
Skilled in performing and administering formalized preventative maintenance programs;
Skilled in operating and maintaining specialized equipment;
Skilled in reading, comprehending, and interpreting technical documents and instructions;
Skilled in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions;
Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications;
Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.
Knowledge of chemicals and proper handling techniques;
General knowledge of soil types;
General knowledge of landscaping techniques

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Two years experience in area of specialty.
May require certification in area of specialty.

PREFERENCES

Completion of an approved apprenticeship or training program in a related skilled trade.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Frequent climbing, balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, and manual dexterity.
Occasional lifting and carrying of over 100 pounds.
Work is typically performed in both standard office and outdoor environments, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions.
Work is occasionally performed in close quarters, high and precarious places, and near moving mechanical parts.
Potential exposure to risk of electrical shock, vibration, fumes, airborne particles, and infectious diseases.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Must satisfy pre-employment drug test.
Must satisfy criminal history check.
Must satisfy motor vehicle records check.
Must obtain Class A CDL driver's license within 9 months.