Recreation Maintenance Specialist
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About the Department
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Performs intermediate semiskilled and skilled work in the repair, maintenance and care of recreation facilities, parks grounds and related structures and equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Recreation Operation Manager. Limited supervision is exercised over seasonal workers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS: Maintaining recreation facilities and parks grounds and related structures; operating equipment; mowing grass; preparing playing fields. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) Maintains recreation complex, athletic fields and satellite sites. Supervises seasonal workers, as needed. Operates power equipment such as mowers, tractor, front end loader, chain saw and pruning saw. Cleans restrooms; empties trash cans; makes minor plumbing repairs; replaces bulbs and fuses; paints walls. Performs landscaping duties such as; cutting grass, plants flowers, shrubs or trees; prunes, trims, mulches, fertilizes and sprays pesticides. Trims, lines and maintains ball fields. Orders equipment and supplies and maintains inventory. Maintains various records and reports relative to facilities and ground maintenance. Performs turf grass maintenance tasks such as seeding, soil testing, aerating and irrigation. Applies general use pesticides to various plant materials on park and recreation property. Maintaining all safety aspects related to all park & recreation facilities. Performs skilled carpentry and other trades work. Performs related tasks as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: General knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in grounds maintenance work; general knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools and techniques of the standard building trades; general knowledge of safety precautions applicable to the duties of the class; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to use common hand tools; ability to operate machinery and equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in grounds maintenance work. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina. Obtain the Certified Playground Safety Inspector within 9 months of employment. Obtain Aquatic Facility Operations (AFO) within 9 months of employment. Obtain Pesticide Safety Training (PST) within 9 months of employment. CPR/First Aid certification and AED Course within 60 days of hire.
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK
Performs intermediate semiskilled and skilled work in the repair, maintenance and care of recreation facilities, parks grounds and related structures and equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Recreation Operation Manager. Limited supervision is exercised over seasonal workers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS
Maintaining recreation facilities and parks grounds and related structures; operating equipment; mowing grass; preparing playing fields.
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Maintains recreation complex, athletic fields and satellite sites.
Supervises seasonal workers, as needed.
Operates power equipment such as mowers, tractor, front end loader, chain saw and pruning saw.
Cleans restrooms; empties trash cans; makes minor plumbing repairs; replaces bulbs and fuses; paints walls.
Performs landscaping duties such as; cutting grass, plants flowers, shrubs or trees; prunes, trims, mulches, fertilizes and sprays pesticides.
Trims, lines and maintains ball fields.
Orders equipment and supplies and maintains inventory.
Maintains various records and reports relative to facilities and ground maintenance.
Performs turf grass maintenance tasks such as seeding, soil testing, aerating and irrigation.
Applies general use pesticides to various plant materials on park and recreation property.
Maintaining all safety aspects related to all park & recreation facilities.
Performs skilled carpentry and other trades work.
Performs related tasks as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- General knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used in grounds maintenance work; general knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools and techniques of the standard building trades; general knowledge of safety precautions applicable to the duties of the class; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to use common hand tools; ability to operate machinery and equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in grounds maintenance work.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Possession of a driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina. Obtain the Certified Playground Safety Inspector within 9 months of employment. Obtain Aquatic Facility Operations (AFO) within 9 months of employment. Obtain Pesticide Safety Training (PST) within 9 months of employment. CPR/First Aid certification and AED Course within 60 days of hire.
Benefits
- Program Benefits Cost to Employee (PPP) Insurance Benefits Medical Insurance Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC Fiscal Year Deductible: Individual: $1,500; Family: $3,000 Doctor Visits: Primary: $25 co-pay; Specialist: $50 co-pay Preventative care: no charge Prescriptions: covered No cost to employee Employee/Child: $151.99 Employee/Children: $325.29 Employee/Spouse: $393.54 Employee/Family: $699.72 Dental Insurance Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC Fiscal Year Deductible: Individual: $50; Family: $150 Fiscal Year Maximum benefit: $1,500 Diagnostic and Preventive Care paid at 100% Basic Services paid at 80% Crowns, Inlays Services paid at 50% No cost to employee Employee/Child: $11.30 Employee/Children: $26.14 Employee/Spouse: $12.73 Employee/Family: $34.91 Vision Insurance Community Eye Care Eye Exam once a year: $10 co-pay $180 allowance for eyewear annually: $10 co-pay Employee only: $5.36 Employee/Spouse: $10.18 Employee/Family: $15.00 Life Insurance & Accidental The Hartford Life Insurance Co. $25,000 Life; $25,000 Accidental for employee Dependent Life available Supplemental Life available No cost to employee Employee paid; $0.45 Employee paid; cost varies by age, no contribution from the County VOYA Accident Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Short term disability Price varies however, employee paid Employee Assistance Program BHS 800-327-2251 24-hour access to services Professional consultation by phone Connections and referrals to additional supports and services as needed Services are provided for you as well as your family Up to 5 sessions per condition No cost to employee Paid Time Off Vacation Maximum accumulation of 225 (1950 employees) or 240 hours (2080 employees). Time over 225 or 240 hours at the end of the year will convert to sick leave. No cost to employee Sick Leave Earned at a rate of 7.5, 8, 12 hours per month No maximum accumulation No cost to employee Paid Holidays 12 paid Holidays per year; paid birthday leave; 2 paid wellness days No cost to employee Transfer of Service If you previously worked for another NC local or state government agency, you may be eligible to transfer up to 10 years of credible service to earn vacation at a higher accrual rate (verification from your former employer is required). No cost to employee Retirement Retirement Local Government Employees Retirement System Full retirement after: 30 years of service credit; OR Age 60 with 25 years of service credit; OR Age 65 with 5 years of service credit. 6% of annual salary NC 401(K) Plan Empower www.empower.com Contributions are tax-sheltered. Employees may make voluntary contributions. 10% penalty for withdrawal before you are 59 ½ years of age. You may sign up or change at any time. Employee paid No contribution from the County Section 457 Plan Empower www.empower.com Contributions are tax-sheltered. Employees may make voluntary contributions. Employee paid No contribution from the County Other Benefits Credit Union Membership (CIVIC) NC Local Government Employees Credit Union Bank fees may apply Additional Benefits Salary Progression Increased based on years of services and met minimal expectation on performance evaluation No cost to employee At Warren County, we are committed to supporting the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to offering a robust benefits package, we encourage eligible staff to take advantage of federal programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness to help reduce their student loan debt. Join our team and enjoy a fulfilling career with excellent benefits! Additional Benefit Information can be found @ www.warrencountync.com . Th e above list is not all in clu sive of the benefits that are provided by Warren County Government . Come join our team !
Insurance Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC
- Fiscal Year Deductible: Individual: $1,500; Family: $3,000
- Doctor Visits:
- Primary: $25 co-pay; Specialist: $50 co-pay
- Preventative care: no charge
- Prescriptions: covered
- No cost to employee
- Employee/Child: $151.99
- Employee/Children: $325.29
- Employee/Spouse: $393.54
- Employee/Family: $699.72
- Dental Insurance
- Fiscal Year Deductible: Individual: $50; Family: $150
- Fiscal Year Maximum benefit: $1,500
- Diagnostic and Preventive Care paid at 100%
- Basic Services paid at 80%
- Crowns, Inlays Services paid at 50%
- Employee/Child: $11.30
- Employee/Children: $26.14
- Employee/Spouse: $12.73
- Employee/Family: $34.91
- Vision Insurance
- Community Eye Care
- Eye Exam once a year: $10 co-pay
- $180 allowance for eyewear annually: $10 co-pay
- Employee only: $5.36
- Employee/Spouse: $10.18
- Employee/Family: $15.00
- Life Insurance & Accidental
- The Hartford Life Insurance Co.
- $25,000 Life; $25,000 Accidental for employee
- Dependent Life available
- Supplemental Life available
- Employee paid; $0.45
- Employee paid; cost varies by age, no contribution from the County
- VOYA
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Short term disability
- Price varies however, employee paid
- Employee Assistance Program
- BHS
- 800-327-2251
- 24-hour access to services
- Professional consultation by phone
- Connections and referrals to additional supports and services as needed
- Services are provided for you as well as your family
- Up to 5 sessions per condition
Paid Time Off
Vacation
Maximum accumulation of 225 (1950 employees) or 240 hours (2080 employees). Time over 225 or 240 hours at the end of the year will convert to sick leave.
No cost to employee
Sick Leave
Earned at a rate of 7.5, 8, 12 hours per month
No maximum accumulation
Paid Holidays
12 paid Holidays per year; paid birthday leave; 2 paid wellness days
Transfer of Service
If you previously worked for another NC local or state government agency, you may be eligible to transfer up to 10 years of credible service to earn vacation at a higher accrual rate (verification from your former employer is required).
Retirement
Retirement
Local Government Employees Retirement System
Full retirement after:
30 years of service credit; OR
Age 60 with 25 years of service credit; OR
Age 65 with 5 years of service credit.
6% of annual salary
NC 401(K) Plan
Empower
www.empower.com
Contributions are tax-sheltered.
Employees may make voluntary contributions.
10% penalty for withdrawal before you are 59 ½ years of age.
You may sign up or change at any time.
Employee paid
No contribution from the County
Section 457 Plan
Other Benefits
- Credit Union Membership
- (CIVIC)
- NC Local Government Employees Credit Union
- Bank fees may apply
Additional Benefits
- Salary Progression
- Increased based on years of services and met minimal expectation on performance evaluation
- Additional Benefit Information can be found @ www.warrencountync.com .
- Th e above list is not all in clu sive of the benefits that are provided by Warren County Government .
- Come join our team !
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