Parks Maintenance Worker I (Career Path) Salary $35,131.20 - $52,686.40 Annually Location Boynton Beach, FL Job Type Full Time Job Number 2025-0225 Department Public Works - Parks & Grounds Opening Date 02/25/2025 Closing Date 3/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Purpose of Classification The purpose of this classification is to perform general and preventative maintenance, participate in daily parks maintenance operations and be a contributing team member of various improvement projects in the Parks and Grounds Division. Essential Functions The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Performs routine grounds keeping duties, including installing sod, mowing grass, trimming trees and shrubbery, installing and maintaining landscape materials, removing weeds, edging walkways, applying mulch, removing trash and debris, etc. Performs landscaping, grounds keeping, carpentry, masonry, plumbing and/or mechanical work and/or general manual labor as necessary to maintain Parks Division grounds, structures, equipment and vehicles. Performs general maintenance and clean up duties at City parks which include, but are not limited to, emptying trash receptacles, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors, wiping down tables, chairs and other furnishings, replenishing toilet paper and hand towels, and cleaning concession area, restrooms and fields. Picks up and disposes ground trash and landscape debris. Performs general maintenance in City cemeteries to include mowing, string trimming, edging, spraying, blowing. Raise and straighten grave markers as needed. Participates in mausoleum and in ground burial services in City cemeteries. Installs and maintains playground equipment, fencing, signs, pathways, etc. Maintains assigned equipment and vehicles. Assists with set-up and breakdown of City events, programming activities and facility rentals. Performs park inspections to ensure the safety of the public and park facilities. Identifies, reports, repairs and prevents possible safety hazards to avoid potential injuries. Prepares and submits required records and reports. Enforces safety and other park rules and regulations. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Performs general custodial duties including cleaning restrooms as required. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications + Must possess or obtain a 10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card within three (3) months of hire; and + Must possess (or be able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid Florida driver's license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Some experience in manual labor, lawn and/or landscape work. Supplemental Information COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals. Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction. Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of general landscaping and grounds maintenance practices, materials and equipment. Ability to understand and follow applicable Occupations Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and departmental safety practices and procedures. Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse environmental conditions. Ability to operate small trucks and parks maintenance equipment. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools. Ability to work as a member of team or individually on assigned projects; complete assigned duties in a productive and efficient manner. Knowledge of basic rules of safety and ability to enforce applicable rules and regulations. Ability to provide excellent customer service skills and be able to establish good customer relations. Ability to deal with people effectively, courteously and enthusiastically. The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EEO)andAffirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications). Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability. Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package. The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes: • Student Loan Forgiveness • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Care Plan • Basic Term Life Insurance • Supplemental Life Insurance • Dependent Life Insurance • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance • City Pension Plan • Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans • Long Term Disability Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • 457 Savings Plan (three options) • Paid Annual Leave / Vacation • Bonus Vacation Hours • 12 Paid Holidays • Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave • Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding) • On-site Training Program • Wellness Program • Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans • Credit Union • Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan • Flexible Spending Account • Direct Deposit • Social Security Student Loan Forgiveness Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify. Health Insurance The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s). Dental Insurance Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City. Vision Care Plan Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee. Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance. Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased. Dependent Life Insurance Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children. City Retirement / Pension Plans The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program. Supplemental Plans Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans. Short and Long Term Disability The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems. Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans) The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis. Vacation All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment. Holidays The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year. Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family. Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding) The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees. Wellness Program The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year. Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans. CreditUnion All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities. Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you. Flexible Spending Accounts Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses. Direct Deposit Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice. 01 Possess 10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card? (If yes, please attach) + Yes + No 02 Able to obtain 10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card within three (3) months of hire? + Yes + No 03 Do you possess [or are you able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire] and maintain a valid Florida driver's license? + Yes, I possess a valid Florida driver's license + No, I do not have a valid Florida driver's license but I'm able to obtain one within 14 days of hire + No, I do not possess a valid Florida driver's license and will not be able to obtain one within 14 days of hire 04 Do you have experience in manual labor, lawn and/or landscape work? If yes, was this information entered in your work history? 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