Department:

Parks Recreation & Natural Resources

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Are you experienced in maintenance and construction abilities? Our Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources team needs a Skilled Trades Worker I, capable of performing and completing corrective repairs, picking up trash, policing grounds, pressure cleaning, boardwalk inspections, mowing, weed eating, edging, and various other park maintenance duties. The pay for this position starts at $19.56/hr (Step 01), benefits begin within 60 days of hire, and there are numerous opportunities for advancement. Apply today and begin a long-term career, known for its impact on the community.

About the Job

In this role, you will work in the new construction, remodeling, and repair maintenance of county parks and facilities. For more information, please see below...

Complete work orders for repairs in county parks, involving carpentry, painting, concrete work, fence repairs, sign installation, pressure washing, and irrigation. 

Responsible for completing daily paperwork, inspection reports, and weekly timecards within established deadlines.

Perform minor repairs independently. 

Evaluate projects and communicate potential issues with starting or completing your assigned work.

Assist other staff in routine or corrective maintenance projects. 

Perform carpentry including framing walls/doorways, installing doors, windows, roofing, cabinets, and hardware. 

Construct picnic pavilions, pole shelters, boardwalks, pedestrian bridges, and docks.

Form and pour concrete curbs, footings, and floors. 

Build concrete blocks and brick walls and structures.   

Paint, stain, varnish or apply lacquer, including assessing proper materials. 

Apply stucco. 

Install drywall, ceramic tile, vinyl, and carpet.   

Perform minor repairs to plumbing and fixtures. 

Demolition of small structures.

Complete in-house mowing, operating mowers, string trimmers, and edgers. 

Assist horticulture crews in mulching and vegetation and debris removal.

Responsible for managing materials and multiple work orders. 

Safely and efficiently operate and maintain county equipment. 

About the Schedule

Work Hours:

Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

Saturday - Sunday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Evenings, weekends, and/or holiday work may required, based on county needs.

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent education -and- Two (2) years of related experience, education, and training.

-Or- Any combination of experience/education/training in construction and park maintenance.

Valid Florida driver's license by date of hire.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening:  This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening.  An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.

Physical Demands: Employees in this role must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs. Employees can use handling devices (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessive poundage of 50-plus pounds.

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Rate: $19.56/hr (Step 01)

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)  

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)  

Benefits:

Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​

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