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Grounds Management Division PositionThis posting will be used to fill a current vacancy in the Grounds Management Division of the Parks and Recreation Department within the City of Oklahoma City. An eligibility list will be established or supplemented for filling future vacancies per provisions of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Collective Bargaining Agreement. An employee in this classification may work alone, as a crew member, or perform as a temporary lead worker to complete the assigned tasks. The primary responsibility of the Parks Trades and Grounds Worker II is to perform journey-level carpentry, masonry/concrete finishing, painting, or welding duties.The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City's step placement policy.Full-time City employees will receive preference in the following order: major division first, then department, then all other full-time City employees. Part-time/year-round City employees will receive preference next. If there are no qualified full-time City employees or part-time/year-round City employees, external applicants will then be considered (when the vacancy is open to external applicants).When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions. These application questions are based on the Job Requirements for the position. Completion of the application questions is required. Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked. Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume, sufficient to demonstrate qualifications for the position. Applicants may upload only two attachments. Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, DD214 or NGB Form 22, transcripts, etc. Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one field for upload. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided. Each application submission is reviewed independently.Honorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement.Possession of a valid Oklahoma Department of Agriculture Chemical Applicator License (category 3A). Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL).Employees will be required to possess or obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver License within twelve (12) months as well as a valid Oklahoma Department of Agriculture Chemical Applicator License (category 3A) within six (6) months from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion. Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining both licenses within specified time frames.Knowledge of and skill in using and operating various ground maintenance tools and equipment. Knowledge of and skill in following safe working procedures and practices. Knowledge of and skill in one or more of the required skills trades of a Park Trades and Grounds Worker II. Skill in maintaining schedule demands and project quality. Skill in making accurate measurements. Skill in reading and following sketches, drawings, or blueprints. Ability to estimate material and equipment needs. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to perform minor construction repairs such as concrete patching and replacement, wood repair, metal work, or repainting of different surface types. Ability to operate multiple types of construction equipment such as skid steers, front loaders, backhoes, excavators, or other similar equipment. Ability to work independently and with others.Knowledge of and skill in operating, adjusting, and maintaining power operated carpentry tools and equipment on site and in a shop setting. Knowledge of and skill in use of manually operated carpentry tools and equipment. Knowledge of standard carpentry materials and supplies. Skill in planning and completing carpentry projects. Skill in repair of damaged picnic tables, park benches, signs, fences, etc.Knowledge of and ability to follow procedures necessary to properly pour concrete. Knowledge of and skill in following procedures for finishing concrete surfaces. Knowledge of masonry materials and skill in using masonry tools. Skill in determining proper mix and consistency of concrete.Recognizes, values, and leverages the ideas, opinions, and perspectives of others; participates willingly and effectively as a team lead or team member; builds consensus; fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust; collaborates with others to accomplish goals and objectives and achieve results; expresses facts, ideas, messages, and information (technical and non-technical) to individuals or groups clearly, concisely, accurately, understandably, with honesty, tact, and diplomacy and in a manner that is appropriate for the intended audience; actively listens, clarifies information as needed; conducts oneself with the utmost integrity and professionalism; demonstrates humility; encourages people to share their perspectives, ideas, and opinions; makes decisions based on a sense of shared purpose; takes responsibility for actions and decisions; resilient; leans in to challenges and problems with creative solutions; speaks up and challenges the status quo; relies on the character, ability, strength, truth, and transparency of others and the organization; acts quickly and follows through until the job is complete; serves everyone with genuine respect, diligence and professionalism; makes decisions with the people we serve in mind; sets well-defined and realistic goals and high standards of performance for self or self and others; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward performing work; completes assignments in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner, and delivers results; works with minimal supervision, is motivated to achieve, and demonstrates responsible behavior; demonstrates understanding of all aspects of the job (as specified on the approved job description) and application of accrued knowledge in carrying out duties and responsibilities; takes meal periods and breaks according to policy; ensures sick leave usage does not negatively impact productivity of work unit; notifies supervisor of unscheduled absences; accepts suggestions and supervision with a positive approach; completes work timely and correctly; complies with all safety policies and practices; promotes a safe work environment; participates in safety meetings; current on completion of safety trainings.Inside and outside exposed to heat, cold, humidity, rain, etc. Possibility of working in cramped or confined spaces and body positions. Subject to working near or around moving equipment or traffic. Subject to working around water, and/or slippery surfaces. Subject to working an irregular work schedule, including weekends and holidays. Frequent work on ladders or scaffolding four (4) to twelve (12) feet above ground level. Possibility of working in cramped or confined spaces and body positions when working with ceiling structures. Frequent work near moving machinery and power tools. Exposed to pronounced strain or vibration when using power tools. Exposed to intermittent or continued loud and insistent noises caused by power equipment. Exposed to large amounts of dust in shops and at construction sites. Possible exposure to chemical irritants such as contact cement, adhesives, and cleaning solutions. Subject to working near electrical equipment. Occasional work on ladders and scaffolding more than twelve (12) feet above ground. Exposed to vibration due to use of jackhammers, cutting and demolition equipment. Exposed to steady and loud noise of construction machinery. Exposed to high concentrations of concrete dust. Exposed to allergy-causing agents and cement. Subject to working near moving objects such as traffic and machinery. Subject to working in confined or cramped position such as in crawl spaces under bridge.Strength enough to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds. Flexibility enough to bend, twist, and reach to load or unload materials and equipment. Vision enough to read blueprints or drawings and to measure, etc. Stamina enough to exert oneself physically throughout the workday. Mobility enough to continually move one's body from place to place. Speech enough to communicate clearly and distinctly in person and by two-way radio. Hearing enough to understand a conversation in a noisy environment or communicate at a moderate distance. Hearing enough to determine location of sounds and discriminate among various power tools and equipment sounds. Strength enough to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 80 pounds such as cement, plywood, lumber, doors, etc. Balance enough to work from ladders, platforms, scaffolding, etc. Arm-hand steadiness enough to use power and hand tools. Near vision enough to read blueprints and drawings to measure and cut materials per specification. Visual color discrimination enough to match grains of wood. Strength enough to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds, such as cement bags. Flexibility enough to bend, twist, or reach out to finish concrete with trowels or hand floats. Balance and strength enough to remain upright when working on ladders or scaffolding. Far vision enough to observe on-coming traffic. Hearing enough to distinguish direction of sounds, such as moving traffic or equipment.An eligibility list will be established from this posting consisting of applicants who receive a score of 70 percent or better. Multiple selection procedures may be utilized; a minimum of 70 percent or better will be required on each; and the results of multiple selection procedures will be equally weighted. The eligibility list will be in effect for 90 days from the date of the final selection procedure and will be used to fill future vacancies.
Worksite address
oklahoma city, OK, 73102, US
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