My County Parks
Full time position under general supervision of the Conservation Board Director and direct supervision of the Operations Supervisor, this employee is responsible for maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles, maintenance and repair of park facilities, construction of park facilities, grounds maintenance and natural resource management on all areas managed by the Conservation Board. Employee, in conjunction with Operations Supervisor, is responsible for organizing and coordinating work projects with other full time staff.
The following duties are considered normal for this position but not all inclusive:
repair and maintenance of buildings and facilities including construction, plumbing, electrical, welding and fabrication.
grounds maintenance work including mowing, trimming, tree trimming, hauling gravel, garbage removal, snow removal
operate heavy equipment such as dump trucks, tractors, skid loader, mini excavator and wheel loaders
perform basic plumbing activities such as installing sinks and toilets, soldering pipes, cleaning drains, repair/replace drain and water lines
perform maintenance and repairs to equipment such as vehicles, mowers, chain saws, small engines, trailers, tractors, heavy equipment, seeders and utility vehicles
make recommendations and order repair parts or supplies
assist in construction of park structures
provide work direction of seasonal staff in grounds maintenance or special repair/building projects
develop project work lists in cooperation with Operations Supervisor and Park Rangers to assist in prioritizing work projects
responsible for opening and closing parks and facilities
required to work irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
responsible for acquiring, maintaining and keeping current any and all required licensing and certifications
The following are general knowledge/skills and abilities required for this position but not all inclusive:
identify problems, troubleshoot and develop practical solutions
ability to work independently and also in a team setting
working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical and construction principles
ability to operate and maintain various equipment, vehicles and hand tools used for daily operations
knowledge of Conservation Board policies, procedures and regulations
basic knowledge of construction principles, materials and methods used in construction of park facilities
basic knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems used in park facilities
general conservation knowledge relating to prairies, forests, wetlands, ponds, lakes, rivers and wildlife
good leadership skills and ability to work with other staff
ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
ability to lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing 75 pounds
ability to stand, bend, reach, climb and crawl
Other Qualifications:
must have or have the ability to obtain an Iowa Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement
have a valid Iowa Drivers license and be accepted by employer's vehicle insurance company
must have or have the ability to obtain a category six commercial pesticide applicator license
must have or have the ability to obtain S130/S190 prescribed wildland fire certification
CPR/First Aid certification
subject to pre employment drug test, physical and background check after offer of hire
all required licensing or certifications not currently held must be obtained within one year of hire
Qualifications Minimum two year degree in a conservation or natural resource related field or high school diploma with a minimum two years work experience in a conservation related field.
To Apply Send resume, cover letter and references to: Carroll County Conservation Board 22676 Swan Lake Drive Carroll, IA 51401 or email to Conservation Board Director Jason Christensen: jason@carrollcountyiowa.org
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The following duties are considered normal for this position but not all inclusive:
repair and maintenance of buildings and facilities including construction, plumbing, electrical, welding and fabrication.
grounds maintenance work including mowing, trimming, tree trimming, hauling gravel, garbage removal, snow removal
operate heavy equipment such as dump trucks, tractors, skid loader, mini excavator and wheel loaders
perform basic plumbing activities such as installing sinks and toilets, soldering pipes, cleaning drains, repair/replace drain and water lines
perform maintenance and repairs to equipment such as vehicles, mowers, chain saws, small engines, trailers, tractors, heavy equipment, seeders and utility vehicles
make recommendations and order repair parts or supplies
assist in construction of park structures
provide work direction of seasonal staff in grounds maintenance or special repair/building projects
develop project work lists in cooperation with Operations Supervisor and Park Rangers to assist in prioritizing work projects
responsible for opening and closing parks and facilities
required to work irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
responsible for acquiring, maintaining and keeping current any and all required licensing and certifications
The following are general knowledge/skills and abilities required for this position but not all inclusive:
identify problems, troubleshoot and develop practical solutions
ability to work independently and also in a team setting
working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical and construction principles
ability to operate and maintain various equipment, vehicles and hand tools used for daily operations
knowledge of Conservation Board policies, procedures and regulations
basic knowledge of construction principles, materials and methods used in construction of park facilities
basic knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems used in park facilities
general conservation knowledge relating to prairies, forests, wetlands, ponds, lakes, rivers and wildlife
good leadership skills and ability to work with other staff
ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
ability to lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing 75 pounds
ability to stand, bend, reach, climb and crawl
Other Qualifications:
must have or have the ability to obtain an Iowa Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement
have a valid Iowa Drivers license and be accepted by employer's vehicle insurance company
must have or have the ability to obtain a category six commercial pesticide applicator license
must have or have the ability to obtain S130/S190 prescribed wildland fire certification
CPR/First Aid certification
subject to pre employment drug test, physical and background check after offer of hire
all required licensing or certifications not currently held must be obtained within one year of hire
Qualifications Minimum two year degree in a conservation or natural resource related field or high school diploma with a minimum two years work experience in a conservation related field.
To Apply Send resume, cover letter and references to: Carroll County Conservation Board 22676 Swan Lake Drive Carroll, IA 51401 or email to Conservation Board Director Jason Christensen: jason@carrollcountyiowa.org
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