PARKS FACILITY COORDINATOR

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, the Park Facilities Coordinator performs a variety of semi-skilled duties and tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and operation of park facilities, buildings, amenities, and grounds. This position is responsible for ensuring that all park properties are clean, safe, functional, and well-maintained for public use. The role involves facility maintenance, equipment operation, minor repairs, inventory management, and support for park operations. The Park Facilities Coordinator reports directly to the Parks Manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, or repair of facilities, buildings, and grounds, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Texas Driver’s License. Ability to obtain Applicators and CPO Certification within six (6) months of employment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain and monitor the cleanliness, safety, and functionality of park restrooms, buildings, pavilions, and amenities.
• Operate maintenance equipment such as pickups, trailers, mowers, tractors, and utility vehicles to perform grounds and facility upkeep.
• Conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs to playground equipment, benches, bleachers, restrooms, lighting, plumbing fixtures, and irrigation systems.
• Perform basic plumbing and electrical tasks, including clearing drains, repairing faucets, changing light bulbs, and replacing switches.
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of vehicles, tools, and equipment used in park operations.
• Support facility projects through carpentry work, furniture movement, and installation of amenities.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of necessary supplies and materials, ordering replacements as needed.
• Complete and document assigned maintenance work orders and service requests accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with special events, seasonal projects, and emergency responses, including work during inclement weather conditions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Facility and grounds maintenance practices, including cleaning, repairs, and safety protocols.
• Basic electrical, plumbing, irrigation, and mechanical systems.
• Operation and maintenance of a variety of groundskeeping and facility equipment.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, maps, and work orders.
• City policies and procedures.

Skills in:

• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports.
• Estimating labor, materials, and equipment needs for projects.
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting maintenance-related issues.
• Working independently and as part of a team in varying environmental conditions.

Physical Demands/Work Environment: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, chemicals, and physical hazards. Work requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching. Must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Coordination of eye, hand, and foot movement is necessary for operating vehicles, equipment, and power tools. The role may require weekend, holiday, and “on-call” work assignments as needed.