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Salary : $33,255.04 AnnuallyLocation : Big Spring, TXJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2024-00050Department: ParksDivision: Community ServicesOpening Date: 03/08/2024This position is responsible for performing a minor maintenance, minor construction, custodial duties and/or grounds keeping tasks in and around City parks grounds and recreational facilities.Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:Operates tractor and push mower to mow grass at city parks and sports facilities; may operate a front end loader.Trims trees, weeds, and edges as needed; rakes and cleans grounds by picking up trash, paper, and tree trimmings.Applies herbicides and pesticides.Performs basic carpentry work and repairs.Performs custodial duties at city parks and facilities: cleans restrooms, restocks soap and paper products, picks up trash, washes windows and empties trash cans.Assists with maintenance of swimming pools; monitors chemical levels and adds chemicals as necessary; cleans and vacuums; disassembles, cleans, and repairs chemical pumps and injector systems.Performs minor electrical repairs.Maintains and replaces sprinkler heads and sprinkler lines.Cleans catch basins, spreads sand and gravel, performs asphalt patch work, and serves as flag man to assist in street maintenance.Maintains city streets and property by painting buildings, crosswalks, center lines, signs, curbs, and equipment.Prepares cemetery lots for funerals by digging graves and setting up burial equipment.Fertilizes lawns, greens, and fairways.Performs other related duties as assigned.Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the one year of experience related to grounds keeping or other general labor services.Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Texas for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.Possession of or ability to readily obtain a state-certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License.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 building and grounds maintenance methods and practices.Knowledge of departmental and safety rules and regulations.Knowledge of basic carpentry, mechanical repair, and electrical procedures.Knowledge of various cleaning chemicals.Skill in operating specialized cleaning equipment (e.g., buffer, carpet shampoo machine, vacuum cleaner, swimming pool cleaning equipment, etc.) and various hand tools.Skill in operating power tools such as riding and push lawn mowers, weed eaters, blowers and chain saws. Skill in operating hand tools such as shovels, picks, rakes, tree trimmers, etc.Skill in pesticide application.Skill in oral and written communication.SUPERVISORY CONTROLSThe Parks Maintenance Supervisor assigns work in terms of somewhat general instructions. The supervisor checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy and the nature and propriety of the final results.GUIDELINESGuidelines include departmental and safety policies and procedures, standard maintenance practices, and supervisory instructions. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.COMPLEXITYThe work consists of related duties in cleaning and maintaining buildings and grounds. The variety of duties contributes to the complexity of the work.SCOPE AND EFFECTThe purpose of this position is to perform basic maintenance and custodial duties. Successful performance helps ensure a safe and comfortable environment for departmental activities.PERSONAL CONTACTSContacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, and the general public.PURPOSE OF CONTACTSContacts are typically to exchange information and provide services.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe work is performed while sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, or crouching. The employee must lift light and heavy objects, climb ladders, use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and be able to distinguish between shades of color.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work is performed indoors and outdoors, where the employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, machinery with moving parts, and occasional inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITYNone.There are a wide variety of benefits available to City of Big Spring employees. These benefits include health, dental, life and disability insurance, optional life insurance plans, flexible spending account for health expenses, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Tuition Reimbursement Program.The City of Big Spring provides the following benefits to all regular, full-time employees: Texas Municipal Retirement System Deferred Compensation (Retirement) Health Insurance Dental Insurance Life and Long Term Disability Insurance Cafeteria Plan Workman's Compensation Longevity Pay for years of service Paid Uniforms Stand By Pay Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Paid Holidays Recreation Privileges Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement ProgramTexas Municipal Retirement SystemThe City of Big Spring is a member of the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS). Employee/employer supported retirement begins at the date of employment. An employee contributes seven percent of their monthly wages to TMRS. The City then matches the employee contribution two to 1 upon retirement. Employees are eligible to retire after 20 years of service. Retirement becomes vested after five years of participation in TMRS. Applicants with prior or current military could receive up to 60 months towards their retirement for TMRS.Deferred Compensation (Retirement)The 457b Deferred Compensation plan is provided to City employees in lieu of Social Security. Employees pay 6.7% of their adjusted gross salary. This amount is matched by the City as follows: 5.51% Contributed to the deferred compensation retirement 2.19% Pays for the life and disability insurance package 7.70% Total matched fundsHealth InsuranceThe City of Big Spring pays the cost of employees insurance and supplements the cost of dependent insurance. Dependent health insurance coverage is available at the following rates: Family Coverage $755.06/Monthly $377.53/Bi-Weekly Spouse Coverage $557.72/Monthly $278.86/Bi-Weekly Child Coverage $277.05/Monthly $138.53/Bi-WeeklyPayment for dependent health insurance coverage is deducted from employees' bi-weekly paychecks. Pharmacy cards are included in the health insurance package. If dependent insurance coverage is purchased, dependents will also receive the pharmacy card. Dental InsuranceDental insurance coverage is available to City employees at the following rates: Employee Only $22.08/Monthly $11.04/Bi-Weekly Employee and Spouse $44.78/Monthly $22.39/Bi-Weekly Employee and Children $49.64/Monthly $24.82/Bi-Weekly Employee and Family $72.40/Monthly $36.20/Bi-WeeklyPayments for dental insurance are deducted from employees' bi-weekly paychecks. Employees enrolled in the dental plan will also be eligible for the discount Vision Access program and receive discounts on vision care services or supplies.Vision InsuranceVision insurance coverage is available to City employees at the following rates: Employee Only $7.22/Monthly $3.61/Bi-Weekly Employee and Spouse $14.43/Monthly $7.21/Bi-Weekly Employee and Children $13.71/Monthly $6.85/Bi-Weekly Employee and Family $18.40/Monthly $9.20/Bi-WeeklyPayments for vision insurance are deducted from employees' bi-weekly paychecks. Life and Long Term Disability InsuranceThe City of Big Spring's life insurance policy provides for a death benefit equal to four times the employee's annual salary. In addition to the standard life insurance, employees may purchase optional life insurance. The long term disability package ensures that in the event of a permanent disability , a maximum of 20% of the employee's monthly salary is paid up to a maximum or $3,000.00 per month.Cafeteria Plan (AFLAC)The City provides a program to allow employees to tax shelter day care and certain medical expenses. This insurance provides a tax savings increasing the employee's take home pay.Workman's CompensationThe City of Big Spring meets the standard state requirements for Workman's Compensation. If an employee is injured on the job, he/she report the incident to the department supervisor immediately.Longevity Pay for Years of ServiceCity employees are given longevity pay based on their length of service with the City of Big Spring. After one year of service, City employees receive longevity payments on their bi-weekly paycheck. After two years of service, employees are given the option to continue to receive a bi-weekly payment or they can elect to bank their longevity payments. Employees who bank their longevity payments will receive a lump sum payment once a year, prior to the Thanksgiving holiday. Years of service Annual Bi-Weekly 1 to 9 $72.00 $2.7710 to 14 $96.00 $3.7015 to 19 $120.00 $4.6220+ years $144.00 $5.54UniformsThe City provides uniforms for employees who are required to wear certain attire to work. Three to five uniforms are furnished to employees, along with other suitable foul weather and safety gear. Police and Fire Department personnel may have different benefits.Stand By PayCity employees in certain positions are eligible for stand-by pay. Stand-by pay is $75 for each week the employee is required to serve on stand-by time. Stand-by time means a period of time outside an employee's regularly scheduled work hours, during which the employee is required to remain available within a specified response time. Each employee on stand-by who is called in to work shall be compensated for the actual hours worked at the appropriate rate of pay.Paid Vacation and Sick LeavePaid vacation days are time off work that the City of Big Spring voluntarily provides its employees as a benefit. The number of paid vacation days is accrued by full-time, permanent employees based on years of service. Vacation time is accrued based on the following schedule:Years of Service1 to 2 5 days per year3 to 4 10 days per year5 to 9 15 days per year10 to 14 17 days per year15 to 19 18 days per year20 to 24 19 days per year20 + 20 days per yearThe City of Big Spring also offers full-time permanent employees paid sick days as part of its comprehensive benefits package. Sick leave is accrued based on the following schedule:Years of Service1 to 2 5 days per year3 to 4 10 days per year5 to 9 12 days per year10 + 15 days per yearPaid Holidays The City of Big Spring recognizes the following public holidays for City employees. Please note that most City employees work on a Monday through Friday schedule. As such, when a holiday falls on a non workdaySaturday or Sundaythe holiday usually is observed on Monday (if the holiday falls on Sunday) or Friday (if the holiday falls on Saturday).New Year's DayMartin Luther King Jr. DayPresidents DayGood FridayMemorial DayIndependence DayLabor DayVeterans DayThanksgiving Day and the day followingChristmas (two days given)Recreation PrivilegesCity employees and their dependents receive free admission to Moss Lake. City employees must present their City identification card.Wellness ProgramIn an effort to promote healthy lifestyle behaviors, the City of Big Spring has implemented a Wellness Program for its employees. By joining the Wellness Program, employees receive access to the following benefits: Tobacco Cessation Program Employee Assistance - counseling for chemical and/or alcohol abuse and mental health screenings Reduced cost gym memberships to the YMCA of Big SpringTuition Reimbursement ProgramThe City of Big Spring offers its full-time permanent employees a college Tuition Reimbursement Program. This program is designed to support employees with their personal and professional development by increasing their knowledge and skill level. The City reimburses employees for college tuition and books based on grades.