Maintenance Worker III (Parks and Recreation Department)

Job Description:

Maintenance Worker III (Parks and Recreation Department)

Description

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of building maintenance and construction work, including heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Relevant work experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Texas Class “C” Operator’s License.

Physical Requirements:

• Moderate. Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.

Notes to Applicants

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department ( PARD ) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

The purpose of the Maintenance Worker III position is to perform building construction, inspections, repairs and maintenance to PARD Facilities including historical, administration, museums, recreation and community centers.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• CARPENTRY WORK : Repair walls, ceilings, floors, siding, furniture, cabinets, doors, trim, etc.
• HARDWARE : Maintenance and repair of door hardware including door closers, locksets, deadbolts, panic bars, door stops, hinges, thresholds, kick plates and weather stripping.
• DRYWALL WORK : Installation of tape, float, and texture of gypsum board and application of spray and roll textures.
• PAINTING : Application of latex and oil base paints, varnish, sealers, on walls, ceilings and building exteriors.
• OPERATE POWER TOOLS : Drills, circular saws, routers, grinders, sanders, radial arm saws, table saws, pneumatic nail guns, etc.
• USE INDUSTRY TOOLS : Measure and layout using measuring tape, level, squares, string line, laser level, and transit.
• INSPECT : Buildings, structures, and RECORD data on appropriate forms, logs, and iPads, Desktop computers, etc.

Application Instructions/Job Requirements:

• Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting - up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
• Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.
• Virtual Interviews: PARD may conduct virtual interviews.
• Driving Requirement: This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver’s License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
• Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.
• Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to lifting up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Work environment includes inside, and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and hazards associated with equipment operation including fumes, oils, gases and mists. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond and work with participant’s needs and safety issues.

Other:

• Posting Guidelines: PARD reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs. This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.
• Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
• Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.

Pay Range
$22.22 - $24.77 per hour

Hours
Work Location/Schedule Notes:

• Monday through Friday; 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends & holidays.
• Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
• May be required to work during City emergencies such as extreme weather events.

Job Close Date 01/02/2025 Type of Posting External Department Parks and Recreation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Central Maintenance Complex, 2525 S. Lakeshore Blvd. Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience in commercial building construction, repair and maintenance.
• Experience in commercial door and door hardware installation, troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience in wood and metal stud structural framing.
• Experience in drywall installation, tape, float, and texture of gypsum board.
• Experience in interior and exterior painting.
• Experience in acoustical ceiling grid and tile installation and repair.

Preferred Certifications:

• Forklift 29 CFR 1910.178 Operator Training Certificate or have the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Aerial Lifts 29 CFR 1926.453 Operator Training Certificate or have the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• OSHA Construction Safety and Health 29 CFR 1910 Training Certificate or have the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Skills:

• Basic proficiency with Desktop or Tablet Computers.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.

Other:

• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Inspects buildings and equipment for needed repairs and maintenance. Repairs and maintains heating and cooling systems as required. Installs or replaces floors and ceramic tiles. Repairs or replaces electric plugs and cords. Drives vehicles as needed. Performs service on pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, etc. Repacks, changes oil/filters, lubricates, etc. Operates drills, buffers, grinders, sanders, and various power saws, i.e. radial arm, skill, etc. Operates acetylene cutting torch, welder, etc. Performs basic plumbing installations/repairs i.e. install and repair faucets, unclog drains, replace valves, etc. Performs semi-skilled carpentry work in the construction and repair of walls, ceilings, etc. Operates forklift. Reads profiles/blueprints.

Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in routine painting, basic plumbing, and moderate levels of construction.
• Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in routine carpentry.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and plumbing.
• Knowledge of basic heating and cooling system operations.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in ground maintenance.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to operate power tools and mechanical equipment..
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for this position require: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of building maintenance and construction work, including heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing systems. Relevant work experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Please indicate your years of work experience in commercial building maintenance and construction, including drywall and painting.

• Less than 1 Year
• 1-3 Years
• 3-5 Years
• More than 5 Years

* Please list the preferred qualifications that you possess, including licenses and certifications that you hold.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please indicate your years of work experience in commercial door hardware installation, maintenance, and repair.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

* Please indicate your years of work experience in fabrication and installation of cabinets, shelving, and countertops.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

* Please indicate your years of work experience in wood and metal structural framing, and the installation and replacement of wood and metal doors and casings.

• Less than 1 Year
• 1-3 Years
• 3-5 Years
• More than 5 Years

* This position requires a Texas Class C Drivers License. Do you have a Texas Class C Drivers License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Texas Class C Drivers License by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that external new hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents