Craft Technician III (Chemicals/Irrigation/Landscape)

JOB TITLE: Craft Technician III - Parks (Chemicals) DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Varies

REPORTS TO: Varies

SUMMARY: Responsible for providing specialized repair and maintenance duties in a skilled trade (e.g. chemical application). Duties may include: obtaining bids on parts; troubleshooting and maintaining systems; conducting inspections; and, performing maintenance and repairs in accordance with state codes, regulations, and safety procedures. Work is performed with limited supervision. May require training and direction to other employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs specialized troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance in a skilled trade to a variety of structures, equipment, and/or systems, which may include: landscape, aquatic systems, and/or other related items.

• Operates a variety of specialized tools and equipment, which may include: computerized monitoring systems, sprayers, mixers, hand and power tools, and/or other related tools and equipment.

• Maintains work order logs and prioritizes work accordingly.

• Determines quantity and types of equipment and other materials to be used for work orders.

• Monitors inventory of supplies and equipment to ensure adequate stock and functionality is maintained; orders required supplies when inventory levels meet established guidelines.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS:

Parks

• Chemical Applicator

• Maintain quality turf and landscape beds in Parks and Facilities using necessary herbicides, fertilizers, and pesticides.

• Performs a wide variety of activities in support of athletic field maintenance, which includes: maintaining the quality of turf areas on sports fields and common areas and applying chemicals for fertilization and/or pest control.

• Aquatic herbicide applications as required.

SUPERVISORY /BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides budget input and helps monitor specific line item expenditures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of facilities maintenance practices and procedures;

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations;

• Knowledge of chemicals and chemical mixtures;

• Knowledge of safety and security procedures;

• Knowledge of applicable tools and equipment of the trade;

• Knowledge of inventory maintenance principles;

• Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts;

• Skilled in evaluating and recommending repair, replacement, and maintenance of applicable components and equipment;

• Skilled in effectively solving problems and making decisions;

• Skilled in maintaining records;

• Skilled in performing manual labor;

• Skilled in operating, maintaining, and repairing a variety of hand and power tools;

• Skilled in performing and administering formalized preventative maintenance programs;

• Skilled in operating and maintaining specialized equipment;

• Skilled in reading, comprehending, and interpreting technical documents and instructions;

• Skilled in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions;

• Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications;

• Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.

• Knowledge of chemicals and proper handling techniques;

• General knowledge of soil types;

• General knowledge of landscaping techniques

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

• Two years experience in area of specialty.

• May require certification in area of specialty.

PREFERENCES:

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship or training program in a related skilled trade.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent climbing, balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, and manual dexterity.

• Occasional lifting and carrying of over 100 pounds.

• Work is typically performed in both standard office and outdoor environments, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions.

• Work is occasionally performed in close quarters, high and precarious places, and near moving mechanical parts.

• Potential exposure to risk of electrical shock, vibration, fumes, airborne particles, and infectious diseases.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must satisfy pre-employment drug test.

• Must satisfy criminal history check.

• Must satisfy motor vehicle records check.

• Must obtain Class A CDL driver's license within 9 months.

Parks

• Chemical Applicator

• Must obtain a Non-Commercial/Political Chemical Applicators License within 6 months of employment.

• Must obtain State Chemical Application license within 6 months of employment.

Other details

• Job Family Technician, Craft III (Parks/Rec)

• Job Function Construction/Maintenance

• Pay Type Hourly

• Hiring Rate $22.73

Apply Now

• 1810 Legends Tr, Carrollton, TX 75006, USA