Job: Parks Maintenance Craftsperson

City Of Pittsfield
70 Allen Street
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201

Website:cityofpittsfield.org

Company Description:
The City of Pittsfield is the cultural, commercial, legal, and medical center of the Berkshires – a region renowned for its wonderful people, outstanding standard of living, beautiful landscapes, and the finest in cultural and recreational attractions. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a multicultural work force, excellence in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working relationships. Minorities are encouraged to apply. To apply for any job, please visit our careers page: https://jobs.keldair.com/cityofpittsfield

Job Title:
Parks Maintenance Craftsperson
Salary Range:	Location:
	Pittsfield
Job Type:	Category:
Full Time	Government/Public Service
Education Level:	Work Experience:
High School or Equivalent
Description:
The Parks Maintenance Craftsperson performs several tasks requiring the highest degree of skills in the maintenance and care of recreation areas, athletic fields, parks and playgrounds, including school properties. This position requires the supervision of a small crew of parks maintenance employees. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a multicultural work force, excellence in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working relationships. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, bilingualists, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply for our open positions - recognizing and respecting that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public service. RESPONSIBILITIES Performs carpentry and masonry repairs Performs ground maintenance duties, including but not limited to: planting, mowing, raking, trimming and grading Performs snow and ice removal service including but not limited to: plowing, sanding, and shoveling Performs general maintenance including but not limited to: cleaning up debris and trash, cleaning restrooms, constructs and repairs fences, benches, bleachers and playground apparatus; painting, trimming trees and bushes, athletic field preparation and lining, the operation of motor vehicles, equipment and power tools. Performs mechanical repairs of power mowers, tractors, snow blowers, and other equipment Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver’s license Experience with grounds maintenance equipment and power tools, including the mechanical repair of equipment and tools Working knowledge of both 2 and 4 cycle internal combustion engines Previous experience in the supervision of other employees preferred Must utilize own tools Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal efficiently and effectively with the public and other WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbent may be required to work at any time during the 24-hour day to respond to weather-related or emergency needs. Incumbent may be required to work in inclement weather. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability and agility sufficient to operate equipment and supplies used for landscaping and general grounds maintenance, walk long distances over sometimes uneven terrain, lift up to 50 pounds from the ground to shoulder height, and generally perform heavy labor. HOURS Monday – Friday, 7:00AM – 3:30AM 40 Hours per week SALARY Without Hoisting License Starting Salary $17.59 - $18.66 Per Hour Annual Increases up to $24.35 Per Hour With Hoisting License Starting Salary $18.52 - $19.65 Per Hour Annual Increases up to $25.64 Per Hour APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, September 3, 2024 @ 4:00PM