GENERAL PURPOSE:

Ensure well-maintained, high quality, safe and aesthetically pleasing park facilities and grounds. Operates and maintains maintenance equipment, cleans and prepares facilities and hardscape areas for daily use and special events. Leads part time staff to accomplish identified work goals and assists in the completion of other tasks as assigned. Flexibility is a must and ability to work various hours including nights, weekends and holidays is required.

The salary range for this position is $18.71- $27.07 per hour with a hiring range of $18.71 - $22.88, depending on qualifications and experience.

Position will close to applicants on: Monday, 5/29/23 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ensures safe, clean and well-maintained cemetery grounds, restrooms, shelters, playgrounds / play-courts and sports fields by conducting inspections, custodial services, maintenance procedures and repairs
• Maintains equipment to ensure reliability & safety
• Excavates and backfills grave sites safely & efficiently
• Performs sports field layouts, ball field preparations, inspections and maintenance related field management.
• Ensures the most efficient and effective use of time and resources by planning and scheduling work for self & others
• Completes work tasks through safe and proper use/operation of various tools and equipment
• Works as an effective part of a City-team by responding to change and special needs with flexibility and in a positive manner by taking initiative to resolve conflicts with others independently
• Maintains dialogue and relationships with the public, special interest groups and City staff on a constructive level by employing effective interpersonal skills
• Communicates and/or records accurate & complete information for internal documentation, reports and plans

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

Aids and assists with parks & public grounds duties as assigned. Incumbent may be re-assigned to other sections within the Parks Division with similar duties if it is in the best interest of the Division.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

Supervises part-staff and volunteers, as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Must follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a variety of people directly and/or via mobile phone, computer and two-way radio.
• Perform strenuous physical work, including but not limited to, sports field maintenance & layout in all weather conditions.
• Basic landscape plant identification skills and ability to diagnose turf disease problems preferred.
• Safely operate a truck, trailer and other maintenance equipment in an urban setting using proper traffic control devices and personal protective equipment.
• Communicate effectively and diplomatically with co-workers, special interest groups and the general public.
• Physically maneuver uneven cemetery grounds, sports fields and parks with various topographical conditions to visually identify needed work and to inspect work results.
• Program and monitor computerized controller systems using mathematical principles; basic knowledge of electrical circuits and repair preferred.

Core competencies:

Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy & Kindness

Job specific competencies:

Time management, Adaptability, Technical knowledge (Includes Equipment Operation)

Education and/or experience:

Two years of experience in general park facility and ball field maintenance, and/or sports field layout and maintenance, and/or general cemetery operations with an emphasis on duties most closely related to the position’s Essential Job Duties preferred.

Licensure and/or certifications:

Must possess a valid driver’s license. Current possession of or ability to obtain Confined Space Entry, CPR and First Aid certifications within six months of hire date. May be required to obtain a State of Colorado commercial pesticide applicator’s license within six months of employment.

Material and equipment directly used:

Utility vehicle, tractor with backhoe and front bucket, trencher, ball field drag mat, field painter, mowers, back pack and hand held sprayers and blowers, fertilizer spreaders, hand and power tools, two-way radio, mobile phone, City vehicles including trailers and dump truck.

Working conditions and physical requirements:

Do strenuous physical work and to work in all weather conditions including:

• Operating various types of tools and equipment associated with field layout, landscape maintenance and the building trades.
• Lifting, carrying and stocking heavy items and bagged materials.
• Mixing, leveling and wheel barrowing cement for foundation work.
• Removing snow by hand with shovel and with a snow blower.
• Digging, sweeping and raking various landscaping and ball field maintenance materials.
• Working in below-ground level trenches and from above-ground level ladders or scaffolds
• Safely push, pull, carry, and/or move tools and equipment (up to 50+ lbs)
• Move and position granite monuments in excess of 250 lbs.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• Employee Health & Wellness Center (self/family)
• Paid vacation, holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Discounted recreation passes
• Employee recognition program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

A driving record and criminal history background check will be obtained pre-employment.

Required

Preferred