Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Cleveland, OH

Job Status: Sourcing

State: OH

Description: 

• The Technician maintains and enhances District's facilities, as assigned, by performing skilled and semi-skilled work in a manner, which results in a quality product and/or program consistent with District policies. 
• Performs semi-skilled and, as capable and as assigned, skilled work in at least one of the following: 
• Carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, irrigation/drainage, turf/agronomy, forestry, heavy equipment operation, mechanical, horticulture 
• Performs semi-skilled work, and as capable and as assigned, skilled work in a responsive manner by exercising a degree of independent judgment. 
• Demonstrates initiative, creativity and leadership. Reports task accomplishments to supervisors and anticipate problems and recommends solutions. 
• Demonstrates technical knowledge and proficiency in the handling and application of pesticides and fertilizers. 
• Performs routine mechanical repairs and rebuilding work on equipment beyond first echelon of maintenance. Assists in the completion of construction renovation projects and extensive repair work of facilities. 
• Operates and maintains at least two pieces of the following equipment: Trucks; tractors; farm and light construction equipment; front-end loader; backhoe; hydraulic mowing equipment; utility vehicles; bulldozer; grader; aerial bucket; tree spade; stump cutter; special skilled-trade tools.

• High school diploma or equivalent, with at least two years of skilled-level golf course experience. Completion of an approved course in the specific trade or skilled area from an accredited technical school. 
• Course work up to and including certification (i.e., Arborist, etc.), Associate Degree and/or university classes in turf, agronomy, forestry, horticulture, plant science, natural resources, or related fields, is preferred and would strengthen a candidate's application. 
• Demonstrated ability to perform variable physical requirements of park and golf course maintenance work. 
• Possess or obtain an Ohio commercial driver's license (CDL), when required by work assignment or location. Certification or licensure applicable to trade or specialized fields preferred. 
• Possess or obtain an Ohio Pesticide Applicator's License in turf grass within six months. 
• Demonstrated ability to exhibit leadership consistent with teamwork approach that recognizes contribution of all employees. Keeps current with new production methods, techniques and materials by work assignment locations. 
• Possess the necessary written and oral communication skills to communicate professionally. Must have current experience in and knowledge of golf course procedures duties, equipment operation, calibration and maintenance. 
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. 
• Must be willing to return to work to water or syringe golf course. 
• Must be willing to work rotational night watering. 
• Knowledge of golf turf, golf course equipment and mechanics. 
• Valid Ohio driver's license. 
• May be scheduled to work weekends and holidays, perform nighttime irrigation and/or required to return to work to irrigate or syringe golf course.

How to Apply: Submit an application and resume on the Cleveland Metroparks career site at the following link by 10/22/21: recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1151751&d=ExternalCareerSite&r=5000778597906#/

Start Date: 12/6/2021

Education Level: High School

Company Name: Cleveland Metroparks

Company Address: 4101 Fulton Parkway

City: Cleveland

Zip Code: 44144

Website:www.clevelandmetroparks.com/careers

Contact Name: Crystal Tarrence

Contact Email: cbt@clevelandmetroparks.com

Contact Phone Number: 216-635-3280