About this opportunity
City of Independence, Missouri lists this PRT Turf Maintenance - PRT Maintenance Worker II opportunity in independence, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Parks/Recreation/Tourism Department Maintenance WorkerPerforms general maintenance work in the Parks/Recreation/Tourism Department. Operates trucks, trailers, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, and various equipment. Performs turf mowing and trimming, litter and trash removal, painting, graffiti removal, minor repair tasks, and other grounds maintenance duties including cemetery maintenance, as assigned. Assists with seasonal City snow removal and performs other park maintenance related duties.Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of safe and proper use of hand tools, string trimmers, mowers, and various equipment. Skilled in use of hand tools, mowers, tractor, trimmers, compressor, and generator. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Requires Class B permit prior to hire and obtain license within the first six months of hire. Must complete required NIMS level training within first six months of hire.Physical Demands: Outdoor work 95% of the time. Must be able to bend and lift 75 lbs., plus or minus 25 lbs.Typical Working Conditions: Outdoor conditions include extreme heat and cold, adverse weather.Drug testing Background check Physical Abilities Testing In addition to the application, testing and/or examinations may be required for further consideration on this position.Hours of work 7:00 AM – 3:30 PMIBEW Maintenance & Clerical Bargaining Unit position.Position open until filled.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThe City of Independence is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. The City of Independence is a background screening, drug-free workplace.The City of Independence provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to : The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right in coordination with the governing union (if applicable) to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.
Worksite address
independence, MO, 64050, US
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