Park Operations Tech
Austin, Texas
Reports to: Director of Park Operations
Hours: 40 hours per week, Tuesday - Saturday, 7am - 3pm
You: Hospitable, service-oriented, people-person who dreams of working outdoors in a thriving public and natural work environment. Maintenance pro, who is eager to work in a park setting and be a part of an energetic, collaborative, and growth-focused work culture.
Us: Austin’s most historic public park, in an urban setting that recently reopened after a major and beautiful renovation. A nonprofit work environment with a passion for excellence and stewardship for Austin’s greenspace preservation. A safe space offering inclusivity, respect, and the potential to grow within the organization.
Description:
The Park Operations Tech is responsible for facilities, grounds, and custodial maintenance under the supervision of the Director of Park Operations. The Park Operations Tech will provide quality upkeep of the 7-acre Kingsbury Commons section of Pease Park. This position is foundational to Pease Park’s vision of ensuring a clean, safe, and high-quality visitor experience.
Specific Responsibilities
Facilities Maintenance
Preserve “hardscapes” such as paved surfaces, basketball court, cornhole court, mulch, and other trails. Includes blowing pathways, debris and litter removal, power washing, and inspection for damage, vandalism, or other needed repairs. Prompt graffiti or gum removal as needed, and responsibility to address issues as soon as they are identified.
Maintain “site features” such as the Tudor Cottage, Treehouse, drinking fountain, lighting, fencing, walls, exercise equipment, playscape, water feature, seating, and irrigation. Daily site walk and inspection of all grounds facilities to ensure upkeep, cleanliness, and maintenance. Troubleshoot, suggesting maintenance updates and repairs as needed and report issues as they arise.
Groundskeeping
Perform “softscape” maintenance and general landscaping in coordination with the Conservation Manager, Horticulture Coordinator, and volunteers. Includes litter removal, weeding, pruning, raking, planting, leaf blowing, edging, bed maintenance, trash removal, and other grounds services as needed. Work in a variety of landscapes including display garden beds, lawn and woodlands. Lead work with volunteer groups.
Custodial Service:
Restroom deep cleans and hourly checks, restock soap and toilet paper, attend to as-needed spot cleans onsite. Empty trash and recycling cans daily, carrying trash and recycling to dumpsters.
Security and Emergencies:
Communicate concerns regarding infrastructure, safety hazards, and park usage issues as necessary. Report public disturbances, violations of use, and enforce park rules when necessary, ensuring a safe experience.
Hospitality:
Ongoing friendly, proactive engagement of park visitors, acting as onsite point of contact. Greet visitors, answer questions, and educate of appropriate usage.
Special Event Support:
Logistics, set up, and break down of event features. Post-event clean up.
Experience & Skills Required:
Love of the outdoors and ability to perform rigorous physical labor on a daily basis in year-round weather conditions
Ability to lift 50 lbs and operate power equipment
Ability to stand, squat, kneel, climb ladders, and walk for extended periods
Ability to follow and maintain quality standards and detailed record keeping
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to work weekends is preferred
Salary & Benefits:
This is a full-time, 40-hour, exempt position with a starting salary of $41,600. All full-time positions include a generous benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 403(b) savings plan with employer matching, time off, and more.
How to Apply
Send resume and cover letter, letting us know how you are and why you think you are the best fit for the position, to bret@peasepark.org. Candidates selected for an interview will be requested to provide references.
Additional Information:
Pease Park Conservancy has an office located at 1609 Shoal Creek Blvd. Suite 305, just across North Lamar Blvd. from Pease Park. This is a full-time position with significant in-park presence required, non-standard operating hours, and occasional overtime.
Pease Park Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally-protected status.