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City of Grand Prairie
Property/Evidence Technician
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to ensure the proper handling of evidence and property of the Police Department. This is accomplished by receiving incoming property and evidence; completing clerical duties; and conducting research and destruction duties. Other duties include assisting with the auction. Essential Job Functions Receives incoming property and evidence by picking up property from lockers; moving property to the central property area; logging property in; and placing property in appropriate bins. Completes clerical duties by entering data into the computer; preparing, logging and submitting court orders for legal signatures; and preparing, copying and submitting documents for cases requiring an appearance in court. Conducts research and destruction duties by obtaining county dispositions from various counties; preparing a court order for disposal; submitting that order for signature; pulling the property from shelving; and either destroying the property or preparing it for auction. Assists with the auction by preparing property for monthly sale. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Candidates should have up to 1 year's general office experience and previous experience in handling of evidence and property at a Police Department. Working knowledge of telecommunications (NCIC, TCIC) is beneficial but not required. Valid Texas Class C driver's license required. Must be able to pass drug screen, polygraph, psychological and background investigation. Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 28, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to ensure the proper handling of evidence and property of the Police Department. This is accomplished by receiving incoming property and evidence; completing clerical duties; and conducting research and destruction duties. Other duties include assisting with the auction. Essential Job Functions Receives incoming property and evidence by picking up property from lockers; moving property to the central property area; logging property in; and placing property in appropriate bins. Completes clerical duties by entering data into the computer; preparing, logging and submitting court orders for legal signatures; and preparing, copying and submitting documents for cases requiring an appearance in court. Conducts research and destruction duties by obtaining county dispositions from various counties; preparing a court order for disposal; submitting that order for signature; pulling the property from shelving; and either destroying the property or preparing it for auction. Assists with the auction by preparing property for monthly sale. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Candidates should have up to 1 year's general office experience and previous experience in handling of evidence and property at a Police Department. Working knowledge of telecommunications (NCIC, TCIC) is beneficial but not required. Valid Texas Class C driver's license required. Must be able to pass drug screen, polygraph, psychological and background investigation. Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Environmental Technician
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to monitor water quality in the City in accordance with the Clean Water Act and The Safe Drinking Water Act. This is accomplished by completing environmental sampling; preparing reports and maintaining records; assisting with environmental investigations; and inspecting swimming pools. Other duties include performing vector control activities; completing cross connection inspections; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Completes environmental sampling by collecting drinking water, wastewater, stream water, and soil samples; and analyzing for field parameters such as temperature, PH, chlorine, and ammonia. Prepares reports and maintains records by creating and maintaining chain of custody; entering samples into log books; and entering information onto water log sheet. Assists with environmental investigations by assisting specialists with complaints; monitoring of environmental pollution; and assisting in the collection of household hazardous waste. Inspects swimming pools by inspecting commercial swimming pools to ascertain compliance with the Texas Pool Rules. Performs vector control activities by completing surveillance on mosquitoes with light traps; collecting mosquitoes; investigating complaints; spraying adulticide; and putting out larvicide. Completes cross connection inspections by using gauges; and inspecting backflow devices to determine compliance with Rules for Public Drinking Water Systems. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED required. Experience in environmental sampling skills and mosquito control highly preferred. Ability to swim and to work outside in adverse weather conditions Valid Texas Class C Driver's License. Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 28, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to monitor water quality in the City in accordance with the Clean Water Act and The Safe Drinking Water Act. This is accomplished by completing environmental sampling; preparing reports and maintaining records; assisting with environmental investigations; and inspecting swimming pools. Other duties include performing vector control activities; completing cross connection inspections; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Completes environmental sampling by collecting drinking water, wastewater, stream water, and soil samples; and analyzing for field parameters such as temperature, PH, chlorine, and ammonia. Prepares reports and maintains records by creating and maintaining chain of custody; entering samples into log books; and entering information onto water log sheet. Assists with environmental investigations by assisting specialists with complaints; monitoring of environmental pollution; and assisting in the collection of household hazardous waste. Inspects swimming pools by inspecting commercial swimming pools to ascertain compliance with the Texas Pool Rules. Performs vector control activities by completing surveillance on mosquitoes with light traps; collecting mosquitoes; investigating complaints; spraying adulticide; and putting out larvicide. Completes cross connection inspections by using gauges; and inspecting backflow devices to determine compliance with Rules for Public Drinking Water Systems. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED required. Experience in environmental sampling skills and mosquito control highly preferred. Ability to swim and to work outside in adverse weather conditions Valid Texas Class C Driver's License. Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Traffic Signal Technician
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to ensure the proper installation and maintenance of the City's traffic control devices. This is accomplished by performing traffic signal and roadway lighting maintenance and repair; installing and maintaining fiber optic equipment; performing signal installations and programming; and ensuring proper traffic signal operation. Other duties include maintaining knowledge of current advances within the field; training employees; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Must be able to work an "On Call" schedule including after hours, weekends and holidays. Essential Job Functions Performs traffic signal and roadway lighting maintenance and repair by completing scheduled maintenance and repair; and completing emergency repairs as needed. Performs signal installations and programming by installing traffic signals, school flashers, and flood warning devices; replacing major components; and programming controllers. Ensures proper traffic signal operation and manually controlling signals for special functions or unusual circumstances. Installs and maintains fiber optic equipment by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing fiber optic equipment, video equipment, and systems utilizing sophisticated electronic test equipment. Keeps abreast of advances within the field by receiving training on all aspects of work areas including: signal and related equipment, fiber optics, new products, and how to troubleshoot and perform repairs correctly. Trains employees by ensuring that all new Level I employees can properly maintain and repair small problems in cabinets and change bulbs in field signals. Minimum Qualifications One year of installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic control devices, traffic signals, electrical construction or related field. Must be able to take after hour, weekend and holiday standby either scheduled or as emergency call back. Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL within six months of employment and an International Municipal Signal Association Level 1 Traffic Signal Technician within one year. Help obtaining these may be provided by the City of Grand Prairie through training classes or other means. Have the ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals. Do minor mathematical calculations such as square footage or amperage of circuit. This employee should be able to performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results having some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 25, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to ensure the proper installation and maintenance of the City's traffic control devices. This is accomplished by performing traffic signal and roadway lighting maintenance and repair; installing and maintaining fiber optic equipment; performing signal installations and programming; and ensuring proper traffic signal operation. Other duties include maintaining knowledge of current advances within the field; training employees; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Must be able to work an "On Call" schedule including after hours, weekends and holidays. Essential Job Functions Performs traffic signal and roadway lighting maintenance and repair by completing scheduled maintenance and repair; and completing emergency repairs as needed. Performs signal installations and programming by installing traffic signals, school flashers, and flood warning devices; replacing major components; and programming controllers. Ensures proper traffic signal operation and manually controlling signals for special functions or unusual circumstances. Installs and maintains fiber optic equipment by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing fiber optic equipment, video equipment, and systems utilizing sophisticated electronic test equipment. Keeps abreast of advances within the field by receiving training on all aspects of work areas including: signal and related equipment, fiber optics, new products, and how to troubleshoot and perform repairs correctly. Trains employees by ensuring that all new Level I employees can properly maintain and repair small problems in cabinets and change bulbs in field signals. Minimum Qualifications One year of installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic control devices, traffic signals, electrical construction or related field. Must be able to take after hour, weekend and holiday standby either scheduled or as emergency call back. Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL within six months of employment and an International Municipal Signal Association Level 1 Traffic Signal Technician within one year. Help obtaining these may be provided by the City of Grand Prairie through training classes or other means. Have the ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals. Do minor mathematical calculations such as square footage or amperage of circuit. This employee should be able to performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results having some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Programming Library Service Representative
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The Grand Prairie Public Library System is seeking a fun, energetic and highly flexible candidate to fill our Programming Library Services Representative position. This individual should be passionate about education and community engagement, and be willing to jump in and take initiative as needed. Our Programming LSR is a key member of our team who will support Programmers as we prep, set up for and break down programs. He or she will also lead occasional programs for Children, Teens and Adults. This position will float between branches as well as do outreach work and presentations in the community. Our ideal candidate will cultivate a strong knowledge of all library programs, services and resources, and must enjoy working with people. He or she will be the first person on-call to cover outreach events or support programs. Work will include some desk shifts at the library and semiregular evening and weekend work. This position is full time with benefits. Spanish speaking preferred. Essential Job Functions Supports Children, Teen and Adult Programming by helping to set up, clean up, count attendees, create and compile materials and ensure smooth flow of programs. This may involve singing, dancing and playing with children. Cover frequent outreach tables and occasional presentations out in the community working semiregular evenings and weekends. Promote library services, online resources and programs. Encourage the community to sign up for library cards. Assist entering in library card applications and prepping materials for programming team. Travel frequently between branches and out in the community (mileage reimbursement and library car available). Carry and transport materials. Work frequently with People Department to cover the desks, shelve books and support the system as needed. Coordinate with all other areas of the library system to maintain an efficient, effective and supportive team environment in order to implement division-wide and system-wide initiatives. Facilitates the circulation of library materials by checking out library materials with the use of integrated automated system; issuing new cards; providing friendly customer service such as answering questions in person and by phone and solving problems; retrieving periodicals from the mailroom and making them available for customer use; processing inter-library loan requests; and renewing items in person and by phone. Handles and receives money by taking fines; recording transactions in computer and in the cash register; making change; balancing cash register funds at the end of the day; and handling copier funds. Checks in library materials by retrieving returned materials from book drops; checking materials in using integrated automated system; sorting materials by format and call number; and recording appropriate information for holds and overdue materials. Completes miscellaneous circulation tasks by ensuring daily preparation of holds; preparing daily cash report; searching shelves for lost and missing items; keeping various statistics and preparing monthly report; searching various bibliographies in library catalog; computer customers; typing memorial plates as necessary; cataloging adult and juvenile books; and answering phones. Opens and closes the building as necessary. Job Competencies Customer Service: Handles customer questions and complaints, communicates with customers, handles service problems politely and efficiently, always available for customers, follows procedure to solve customer problems, understands company products and services, maintains pleasant and professional image. Interpersonal Skills: Has good listening skills, builds strong relationships, is flexible/open-minded, negotiates effectively, solicits performance feedback and handles constructive criticism. Managing Conflict: Listens well, diffuses conflict before it starts, finds causes of and solutions to problems, handles difficult people. Problem Solving/Analysis: Breaks down problems into smaller components, understands underlying issues, can simplify and process complex issues, understands the difference between critical details and unimportant facts. Quality: Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems. Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere. Communication: Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. No experience required. English/Spanish bilingual highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with initiative desired. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires some analysis or judgment. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: 7/10/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 24, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The Grand Prairie Public Library System is seeking a fun, energetic and highly flexible candidate to fill our Programming Library Services Representative position. This individual should be passionate about education and community engagement, and be willing to jump in and take initiative as needed. Our Programming LSR is a key member of our team who will support Programmers as we prep, set up for and break down programs. He or she will also lead occasional programs for Children, Teens and Adults. This position will float between branches as well as do outreach work and presentations in the community. Our ideal candidate will cultivate a strong knowledge of all library programs, services and resources, and must enjoy working with people. He or she will be the first person on-call to cover outreach events or support programs. Work will include some desk shifts at the library and semiregular evening and weekend work. This position is full time with benefits. Spanish speaking preferred. Essential Job Functions Supports Children, Teen and Adult Programming by helping to set up, clean up, count attendees, create and compile materials and ensure smooth flow of programs. This may involve singing, dancing and playing with children. Cover frequent outreach tables and occasional presentations out in the community working semiregular evenings and weekends. Promote library services, online resources and programs. Encourage the community to sign up for library cards. Assist entering in library card applications and prepping materials for programming team. Travel frequently between branches and out in the community (mileage reimbursement and library car available). Carry and transport materials. Work frequently with People Department to cover the desks, shelve books and support the system as needed. Coordinate with all other areas of the library system to maintain an efficient, effective and supportive team environment in order to implement division-wide and system-wide initiatives. Facilitates the circulation of library materials by checking out library materials with the use of integrated automated system; issuing new cards; providing friendly customer service such as answering questions in person and by phone and solving problems; retrieving periodicals from the mailroom and making them available for customer use; processing inter-library loan requests; and renewing items in person and by phone. Handles and receives money by taking fines; recording transactions in computer and in the cash register; making change; balancing cash register funds at the end of the day; and handling copier funds. Checks in library materials by retrieving returned materials from book drops; checking materials in using integrated automated system; sorting materials by format and call number; and recording appropriate information for holds and overdue materials. Completes miscellaneous circulation tasks by ensuring daily preparation of holds; preparing daily cash report; searching shelves for lost and missing items; keeping various statistics and preparing monthly report; searching various bibliographies in library catalog; computer customers; typing memorial plates as necessary; cataloging adult and juvenile books; and answering phones. Opens and closes the building as necessary. Job Competencies Customer Service: Handles customer questions and complaints, communicates with customers, handles service problems politely and efficiently, always available for customers, follows procedure to solve customer problems, understands company products and services, maintains pleasant and professional image. Interpersonal Skills: Has good listening skills, builds strong relationships, is flexible/open-minded, negotiates effectively, solicits performance feedback and handles constructive criticism. Managing Conflict: Listens well, diffuses conflict before it starts, finds causes of and solutions to problems, handles difficult people. Problem Solving/Analysis: Breaks down problems into smaller components, understands underlying issues, can simplify and process complex issues, understands the difference between critical details and unimportant facts. Quality: Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems. Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere. Communication: Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. No experience required. English/Spanish bilingual highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with initiative desired. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires some analysis or judgment. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: 7/10/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Detention Team Lead
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary In addition to the duties of a detention officer (maintaining care, custody and control/security of the detention facility and the prisoners housed therein), Detention Team Leads will also: conduct and evaluate training for new Detention Officers during the 13 week DTO Program. Act as the shift supervisor in his/her absence including reviewing prisoner intakes and releases from custody; making daily operational decisions involving the well-being, safety and security and efficiency of the prisoners and facility by ensuring that policies and procedures are followed Essential Job Functions Review, establish, and conduct new Detention Officer training and ensure that new detention officers receive competent training in all Detention Center areas of knowledge including searching prisoners and cells, performing intake procedures, working the housing floor, control tower and bond desk. Observe and monitor their work, and provide feedback to correct deficiencies and coordinating work assignments. Document progress using Daily Observation Reports and completing Remedial Training plans when appropriate. Ensure that proper staffing levels are met to run a safe, secure and efficient facility. Maintain the security of the facility by performing periodic checks on staff and the facility security devices. When acting as the shift supervisor and staffing levels are too low, may authorize overtime and require call back duty person to report to work. Review all documents and attachments to ensure all charges are listed, intake requirements are met, prisoners' screenings and classifications are complete and do not require follow up action. Review release documents to ensure that all charges have been satisfied prior to release, the identity of the person being released has been verified and that all property has been returned as appropriate. Document and report accurate information by ensuring that daily shift reports and statistics are submitted, the Bond Desk Tills are audited at the beginning and end of shift, and verify the daily deposits and till reports. Ensure that Incident and Use of Force reports are completed, reviewed and sent to the Detention Manager for review. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Over one (1) year as a municipal Detention Officer. Preferred experience in Grand Prairie Detention Center. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License required; TCOLE certifications: defensive tactics training, and other mandatory training as required within 1 year from date of hire, plus Detention (Field) Training Officer Course: Successfully completed within six (6) months of promotion. Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Intermediate - Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. No budgetary responsibility. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and may schedule work assignments. Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Persuasion Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: 7/25/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 21, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary In addition to the duties of a detention officer (maintaining care, custody and control/security of the detention facility and the prisoners housed therein), Detention Team Leads will also: conduct and evaluate training for new Detention Officers during the 13 week DTO Program. Act as the shift supervisor in his/her absence including reviewing prisoner intakes and releases from custody; making daily operational decisions involving the well-being, safety and security and efficiency of the prisoners and facility by ensuring that policies and procedures are followed Essential Job Functions Review, establish, and conduct new Detention Officer training and ensure that new detention officers receive competent training in all Detention Center areas of knowledge including searching prisoners and cells, performing intake procedures, working the housing floor, control tower and bond desk. Observe and monitor their work, and provide feedback to correct deficiencies and coordinating work assignments. Document progress using Daily Observation Reports and completing Remedial Training plans when appropriate. Ensure that proper staffing levels are met to run a safe, secure and efficient facility. Maintain the security of the facility by performing periodic checks on staff and the facility security devices. When acting as the shift supervisor and staffing levels are too low, may authorize overtime and require call back duty person to report to work. Review all documents and attachments to ensure all charges are listed, intake requirements are met, prisoners' screenings and classifications are complete and do not require follow up action. Review release documents to ensure that all charges have been satisfied prior to release, the identity of the person being released has been verified and that all property has been returned as appropriate. Document and report accurate information by ensuring that daily shift reports and statistics are submitted, the Bond Desk Tills are audited at the beginning and end of shift, and verify the daily deposits and till reports. Ensure that Incident and Use of Force reports are completed, reviewed and sent to the Detention Manager for review. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Over one (1) year as a municipal Detention Officer. Preferred experience in Grand Prairie Detention Center. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License required; TCOLE certifications: defensive tactics training, and other mandatory training as required within 1 year from date of hire, plus Detention (Field) Training Officer Course: Successfully completed within six (6) months of promotion. Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Intermediate - Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. No budgetary responsibility. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and may schedule work assignments. Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Persuasion Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: 7/25/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Storm Water Investigator
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to investigate and enforce stormwater regulatory requirements within the City of Grand Prairie. This is accomplished by investigating and conducting stormwater-related audit inspections, reviewing Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWP3), inspecting construction site best management practices (BMPs), Performing detention/retention pond inspections, responding to citizen complaints, and drainage investigations. This position is also responsible for assisting with the City's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Essential Job Functions Investigate, inspect, and audit land development, commercial development, multi-family, single family, and Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) construction sites in accordance with the TCEQ Construction General Permit, the City of Grand Prairie Ordinances and Unified Development Codes.; responding to complaints from citizens; review Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWP3) and erosion control plans; identifying areas of noncompliance for appropriate enforcement actions; ; following up on Notice of Violations (NOVs), action items from inspections/audits, and citizen complaints; ; perform detention/retention pond inspections and community outreach activities. Assists with the maintenance of the rain/stream gauge equipment. Completes administrative duties by researching sources for property owners; notifying property owners, job site superintendents of violations; assisting other departments and co-workers with information and inspections. Performs plan reviews, SWP3 reviews, and onsite inspections of stormwater best management practices (BMPs). Identifies plan and project site deficiencies, as well as corrective actions needed. Works with the property owner, developer, contractor, and other City staff to obtain compliance with EPA/TCEQ regulations. Works with multiple departments to support Stormwater and Erosion concerns Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a two year associate's degree, diploma or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Over two years up to and including four years of construction inspection or environmental inspection. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License, preferred Certified Floodplain Manager, Certified Erosion Sediment Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI) or other similar certification. Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Intermediate - Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Must be proficient in Word and Excel. Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after general instructions, procedures, methods are communicated. Employee has some discretion on a limited basis when confronted with choices. Assists with research, compiles data, and performs data entry associated with budget-related activities. Does not direct or supervise others. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Provides information to customers, discusses potential solutions to problems and persuades people to comply with the regulations. Ability to provide customer service when working with private property owners/developers. Closing Date/Time: 7/1/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 17, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to investigate and enforce stormwater regulatory requirements within the City of Grand Prairie. This is accomplished by investigating and conducting stormwater-related audit inspections, reviewing Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWP3), inspecting construction site best management practices (BMPs), Performing detention/retention pond inspections, responding to citizen complaints, and drainage investigations. This position is also responsible for assisting with the City's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Essential Job Functions Investigate, inspect, and audit land development, commercial development, multi-family, single family, and Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) construction sites in accordance with the TCEQ Construction General Permit, the City of Grand Prairie Ordinances and Unified Development Codes.; responding to complaints from citizens; review Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWP3) and erosion control plans; identifying areas of noncompliance for appropriate enforcement actions; ; following up on Notice of Violations (NOVs), action items from inspections/audits, and citizen complaints; ; perform detention/retention pond inspections and community outreach activities. Assists with the maintenance of the rain/stream gauge equipment. Completes administrative duties by researching sources for property owners; notifying property owners, job site superintendents of violations; assisting other departments and co-workers with information and inspections. Performs plan reviews, SWP3 reviews, and onsite inspections of stormwater best management practices (BMPs). Identifies plan and project site deficiencies, as well as corrective actions needed. Works with the property owner, developer, contractor, and other City staff to obtain compliance with EPA/TCEQ regulations. Works with multiple departments to support Stormwater and Erosion concerns Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a two year associate's degree, diploma or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Over two years up to and including four years of construction inspection or environmental inspection. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License, preferred Certified Floodplain Manager, Certified Erosion Sediment Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI) or other similar certification. Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Intermediate - Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Must be proficient in Word and Excel. Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after general instructions, procedures, methods are communicated. Employee has some discretion on a limited basis when confronted with choices. Assists with research, compiles data, and performs data entry associated with budget-related activities. Does not direct or supervise others. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Provides information to customers, discusses potential solutions to problems and persuades people to comply with the regulations. Ability to provide customer service when working with private property owners/developers. Closing Date/Time: 7/1/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Licensed Traffic Engineer
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Under direction of the Senior Traffic Engineer, the Licensed Traffic Engineer is responsible for designing, operating, analyzing, and updating traffic control devices and traffic signal systems; reviewing construction plans including traffic signal design, sign and marking plans for compliance to TMUTCD and city standards and policies; develops, implements, and evaluates the effectiveness of signal timing plans and the signal network; Responds to citizens concerning various traffic related issues and complaints; design, review, and approve traffic control plans; Perform other related work as required. Essential Job Functions Develops, implements, and evaluates the effectiveness of signal timing plans and the signal network. Coordinates with other city departments in reviewing the transportation related elements of engineering plans for correctness and compliance to city, state, and federal policies, ordinances, procedures, and TMUTCD standards. Responds to citizens, and city staff concerning various traffic related issues and complaints. Issues work orders to traffic maintenance staff for the installation of traffic signs, pavement markings, and modification/construction of traffic signals. Design, review, and approve traffic control plans Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required from a University with an engineering program accredited by the Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology. Professional Engineer registered in Texas, or has the ability to acquire such registration within six months of hire date. Minimum of four years of progressively responsible traffic and transportation engineering experience required, preferably with a municipality, county or state government. Must understand and be able to develop and implement signal timing plans for progressive traffic movement using signal system hardware and software. Must have ability to work effectively independently, with ability to carry on a project from inception to conclusion and produce results within deadlines. Must display good decision-making ability. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and a Professional Engineer License Required Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically. Does research for documents, compiles data for computer entry, and/or enters or oversees data entry. Has responsibility for monitoring budget expenditures (typically non-discretionary expenditures) for a work unit of less than department size (programs, activities, projects or small organizational units). Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work is widely varied, involving analyzing and evaluating many complex and significant variables. City-wide policies, procedures, or precedents may be developed and/or recommended. Decisions regarding establishment of policies may be made. Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 17, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary Under direction of the Senior Traffic Engineer, the Licensed Traffic Engineer is responsible for designing, operating, analyzing, and updating traffic control devices and traffic signal systems; reviewing construction plans including traffic signal design, sign and marking plans for compliance to TMUTCD and city standards and policies; develops, implements, and evaluates the effectiveness of signal timing plans and the signal network; Responds to citizens concerning various traffic related issues and complaints; design, review, and approve traffic control plans; Perform other related work as required. Essential Job Functions Develops, implements, and evaluates the effectiveness of signal timing plans and the signal network. Coordinates with other city departments in reviewing the transportation related elements of engineering plans for correctness and compliance to city, state, and federal policies, ordinances, procedures, and TMUTCD standards. Responds to citizens, and city staff concerning various traffic related issues and complaints. Issues work orders to traffic maintenance staff for the installation of traffic signs, pavement markings, and modification/construction of traffic signals. Design, review, and approve traffic control plans Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required from a University with an engineering program accredited by the Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology. Professional Engineer registered in Texas, or has the ability to acquire such registration within six months of hire date. Minimum of four years of progressively responsible traffic and transportation engineering experience required, preferably with a municipality, county or state government. Must understand and be able to develop and implement signal timing plans for progressive traffic movement using signal system hardware and software. Must have ability to work effectively independently, with ability to carry on a project from inception to conclusion and produce results within deadlines. Must display good decision-making ability. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and a Professional Engineer License Required Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically. Does research for documents, compiles data for computer entry, and/or enters or oversees data entry. Has responsibility for monitoring budget expenditures (typically non-discretionary expenditures) for a work unit of less than department size (programs, activities, projects or small organizational units). Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work is widely varied, involving analyzing and evaluating many complex and significant variables. City-wide policies, procedures, or precedents may be developed and/or recommended. Decisions regarding establishment of policies may be made. Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Part Time Golf Pro Shop Attendant - Prairie Lakes GC
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary THIS IS A PART TIME POSITION WORKING 20-29 HOURS PER WEEK The purpose of this position is to assist in cart storage, cart cleaning and staging golf carts for daily tournament play. It also is responsible for greeting customers, shuttling customers and helping clean the golf shop and other related areas; and interacting with other City employees. Essential Job Functions Verifies that carts are clean, charge and in-proper working order for the golf customer. Cleans the cars after each usage by the public. Provides customer service by greeting each customer upon arrival and assist customers by cleaning clubs and helping with equipment. Maintains a clean appearance in the cart staging area as well as the cart barn, golf shop, pavilion, and other common space by golf shop. Provides assistance to Club Manager and all assistant managers as necessary. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of the golf course. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. This position works 10-19 hours a week. No experience necessary. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 16, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary THIS IS A PART TIME POSITION WORKING 20-29 HOURS PER WEEK The purpose of this position is to assist in cart storage, cart cleaning and staging golf carts for daily tournament play. It also is responsible for greeting customers, shuttling customers and helping clean the golf shop and other related areas; and interacting with other City employees. Essential Job Functions Verifies that carts are clean, charge and in-proper working order for the golf customer. Cleans the cars after each usage by the public. Provides customer service by greeting each customer upon arrival and assist customers by cleaning clubs and helping with equipment. Maintains a clean appearance in the cart staging area as well as the cart barn, golf shop, pavilion, and other common space by golf shop. Provides assistance to Club Manager and all assistant managers as necessary. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of the golf course. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. This position works 10-19 hours a week. No experience necessary. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Part Time Maintenance Worker Grand Prairie - Memorial Garden
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Operates heavy equipment by performing maintenance activities; using equipment such as a skid steer, roller, loader, trucks, crack sealers, riding mower, tractor, and mobile sweeper. Provides grounds maintenance by operating riding mower and tractor; maintaining common areas, large fields, and acreage; removing debris out of the mower's path; trimming trees; using a weed eater around trees; and cleaning along the edge of the fence with a mobile weed eater. Maintains the exterior of facilities by removing trash and other debris; cleaning sidewalks and walkways; mowing grounds around the facility; using a weed eater around trees; checking trash cans and emptying them as needed; ensuring that facilities are neat and presentable. Maintains the interior of facilities by assisting other employees and departments where needed; performing and assisting with remodel work. Removes debris from the airport property by clearing debris such as fallen trees; cleaning inlets, curbs, and gutters of debris; clearing concrete channels of tree limbs and other debris Minimum Qualifications High School diploma/GED preferred. Must have basic knowledge of hand and power tools, weed-eating and riding mowers, be able to lift up to 50 lbs, be able to clean restrooms/toilets and windows on a daily basis. Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and have a flexible schedule. This position is a part-time position working up to 19 hours per week. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 16, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Operates heavy equipment by performing maintenance activities; using equipment such as a skid steer, roller, loader, trucks, crack sealers, riding mower, tractor, and mobile sweeper. Provides grounds maintenance by operating riding mower and tractor; maintaining common areas, large fields, and acreage; removing debris out of the mower's path; trimming trees; using a weed eater around trees; and cleaning along the edge of the fence with a mobile weed eater. Maintains the exterior of facilities by removing trash and other debris; cleaning sidewalks and walkways; mowing grounds around the facility; using a weed eater around trees; checking trash cans and emptying them as needed; ensuring that facilities are neat and presentable. Maintains the interior of facilities by assisting other employees and departments where needed; performing and assisting with remodel work. Removes debris from the airport property by clearing debris such as fallen trees; cleaning inlets, curbs, and gutters of debris; clearing concrete channels of tree limbs and other debris Minimum Qualifications High School diploma/GED preferred. Must have basic knowledge of hand and power tools, weed-eating and riding mowers, be able to lift up to 50 lbs, be able to clean restrooms/toilets and windows on a daily basis. Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and have a flexible schedule. This position is a part-time position working up to 19 hours per week. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Aquatics Instructor for Kirby Creek Natatorium - Part Time (10-19hrs weekly)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The role of a Seasonal Aquatics Instructor is to teach swimming lessons to the community. Instructors must know how to swim and be able to teach basic swimming techniques for all ages. Instructors are expected to attend trainings, have good communication skills, and work well with children. Other duties include enforcing pool rules and regulations; ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by teaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 14, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The role of a Seasonal Aquatics Instructor is to teach swimming lessons to the community. Instructors must know how to swim and be able to teach basic swimming techniques for all ages. Instructors are expected to attend trainings, have good communication skills, and work well with children. Other duties include enforcing pool rules and regulations; ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by teaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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City of Grand Prairie
Utility Service Maintenance Worker - Water Waste Water
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist with the repairs and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, and water production systems components for the City. This is accomplished by performing repairs to water lines; performing repairs to sewer lines; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; and completing installation of sewer and water taps. Other duties include conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies . Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. This position has responsibilities that require exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly. Performs repairs to water lines by responding to water leaks; identifying the source of leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times. Performs repairs to sewer lines by exposing the sewer line; identifying the source of the problem; avoiding the creation of damage to other utilities; conducting repairs; and ensuring a safe job site at all times. Completes work for customer service calls by responding to service call requests for water to be turned on, leaks at mains, sewer stoppages, and for service to lines; deploying with adequate equipment; and expediting the return to service of sewer or water to customers. Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by derooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required. Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections. Conducts repairs to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED Experience: One year related to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred. Licenses : Valid Class A Driver's License with a tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment . Certifications Required: 1) Obtain D-License or D-Wastewater License within six (6) months of employment. 2) Obtain C-Water or Wastewater Collections II License within 30 days of employment. 3) Obtain Class A-CDL License with tanker endorsement within six months of employment. Reading : Basic - Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Math : Basic - Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Writing : Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. Budget Responsibility : None Supervisory / Organizational Control : No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Complexity : Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work. time Additional Information Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 11, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist with the repairs and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, and water production systems components for the City. This is accomplished by performing repairs to water lines; performing repairs to sewer lines; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; and completing installation of sewer and water taps. Other duties include conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies . Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. This position has responsibilities that require exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly. Performs repairs to water lines by responding to water leaks; identifying the source of leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times. Performs repairs to sewer lines by exposing the sewer line; identifying the source of the problem; avoiding the creation of damage to other utilities; conducting repairs; and ensuring a safe job site at all times. Completes work for customer service calls by responding to service call requests for water to be turned on, leaks at mains, sewer stoppages, and for service to lines; deploying with adequate equipment; and expediting the return to service of sewer or water to customers. Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by derooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required. Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections. Conducts repairs to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED Experience: One year related to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred. Licenses : Valid Class A Driver's License with a tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment . Certifications Required: 1) Obtain D-License or D-Wastewater License within six (6) months of employment. 2) Obtain C-Water or Wastewater Collections II License within 30 days of employment. 3) Obtain Class A-CDL License with tanker endorsement within six months of employment. Reading : Basic - Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Math : Basic - Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Writing : Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. Budget Responsibility : None Supervisory / Organizational Control : No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Complexity : Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work. time Additional Information Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Maintenance Mechanic - Park Maintenance
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain and repair equipment for the City of Grand Prairie. This is accomplished by repairing and maintaining equipment and facilities; and maintaining records and reports. Other duties include performing welding and fabrication duties. Essential Job Functions • Repairs equipment by diagnosing problems; changing parts; rebuilding engines and pumps; performing electrical and hydraulic repairs; changing and repairing tires; and removing and replacing flats on trucks and equipment. • Maintains equipment and facilities by changing oil and filters; lubricating all equipment at scheduled times; performing scheduled maintenance on equipment; inspecting equipment for damage or wear; cleaning tools; maintaining the cleanliness of shops and facilities; and scheduling repairs with contractors. • Maintains records and reports by writing reports on inoperable equipment; maintaining records of all equipment repairs; completing daily work logs; ordering parts; and maintaining parts inventory. • Performs welding and fabrication duties by replacing mower skids; rebuilding decks on mowers; and fabricating accessories. Minimum Qualifications • Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. • Over two years up to and including four years of experience a maintenance or automotive mechanic . • Valid Texas Class C Driver's License; Diesel and Automotive Service Excellence Certificate; and Heavy Equipment Operator License. • Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. • Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. • Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. • The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. • No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. • Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. • Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 11, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain and repair equipment for the City of Grand Prairie. This is accomplished by repairing and maintaining equipment and facilities; and maintaining records and reports. Other duties include performing welding and fabrication duties. Essential Job Functions • Repairs equipment by diagnosing problems; changing parts; rebuilding engines and pumps; performing electrical and hydraulic repairs; changing and repairing tires; and removing and replacing flats on trucks and equipment. • Maintains equipment and facilities by changing oil and filters; lubricating all equipment at scheduled times; performing scheduled maintenance on equipment; inspecting equipment for damage or wear; cleaning tools; maintaining the cleanliness of shops and facilities; and scheduling repairs with contractors. • Maintains records and reports by writing reports on inoperable equipment; maintaining records of all equipment repairs; completing daily work logs; ordering parts; and maintaining parts inventory. • Performs welding and fabrication duties by replacing mower skids; rebuilding decks on mowers; and fabricating accessories. Minimum Qualifications • Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. • Over two years up to and including four years of experience a maintenance or automotive mechanic . • Valid Texas Class C Driver's License; Diesel and Automotive Service Excellence Certificate; and Heavy Equipment Operator License. • Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. • Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. • Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. • The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. • No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. • Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. • Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
HVAC Mechanic - Facility Services
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain all air conditioning, heating, and ventilation systems in City buildings. This is accomplished by completing air conditioning repairs; performing preventative maintenance; completing air conditioning or heating system replacement; and performing plumbing repairs. Other duties include completing shopping trips; completing paperwork and staff meetings; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Completes air conditioning repairs by troubleshooting problems; replacing motors, t-stats, adjust controls, belts, contractors, relays, and capacitors; adding freon; resetting safety and checking operation of system. Performs preventative maintenance by inspecting belts; listening for abnormal sounds; checking refrigerant levels; lubricating bearings; checking for oil deposits and freon leaks; checking relay and contactors; and replacing filters. Completes air conditioning or heating system replacement by reclaiming and recycling refrigerant as required by the EPA; removing old systems; and install new systems. Performs plumbing repairs by unstopping sewer lines, commodes, and sinks; and fixing leaking faucets and pipes. Purchases supplies by going to supply houses for needed parts and materials that are needed to perform any give job. Completes daily written reports and attends meetings by attending daily meetings with supervisor for daily assignments; and turning in documentation. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Over two years up to and including four years. Valid Class CFR 8.2 support F Driver's License, state License or state exemption for A/C equipment and refrigerant purchases, and EPA approved certificate completion. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 11, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain all air conditioning, heating, and ventilation systems in City buildings. This is accomplished by completing air conditioning repairs; performing preventative maintenance; completing air conditioning or heating system replacement; and performing plumbing repairs. Other duties include completing shopping trips; completing paperwork and staff meetings; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Completes air conditioning repairs by troubleshooting problems; replacing motors, t-stats, adjust controls, belts, contractors, relays, and capacitors; adding freon; resetting safety and checking operation of system. Performs preventative maintenance by inspecting belts; listening for abnormal sounds; checking refrigerant levels; lubricating bearings; checking for oil deposits and freon leaks; checking relay and contactors; and replacing filters. Completes air conditioning or heating system replacement by reclaiming and recycling refrigerant as required by the EPA; removing old systems; and install new systems. Performs plumbing repairs by unstopping sewer lines, commodes, and sinks; and fixing leaking faucets and pipes. Purchases supplies by going to supply houses for needed parts and materials that are needed to perform any give job. Completes daily written reports and attends meetings by attending daily meetings with supervisor for daily assignments; and turning in documentation. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Over two years up to and including four years. Valid Class CFR 8.2 support F Driver's License, state License or state exemption for A/C equipment and refrigerant purchases, and EPA approved certificate completion. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Recreation Coordinator - The Summit - Guest Services
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to coordinate and supervise recreational activities for the City of Grand Prairie. This is accomplished by supervising employees; planning and organizing activities; and completing administrative duties. Other duties include interacting with the public and outside organizations. Essential Job Functions Supervises employees by assigning work duties; observing and monitoring activities; coordinating training for employees; communicating and implementing policies and procedures; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies. Plans and organizes activities by publicizing recreational center information and activities; creating a monthly calendar of events; scheduling activities and trips; gathering information to determine the public's needs; preparing schedules for adult league games and tournaments; coordinating efforts with officials; ensuring activity locations are available and booked; and planning activities. Completes administrative duties by registering teams for leagues and tournaments; providing a variety of brochures, calendars, letters, flyers and memos; and providing information as requested. Interacts with the public and outside organizations by attending various meetings; providing information to organizations regarding activities; holding quarterly meetings; attending board meetings and issuing certificates. Minimum Qualifications Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training Over one year up to and including two years. CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Valid Texas Class C or CDL Driver's License. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work requires analysis and judgement in accomplisinhg diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 10, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to coordinate and supervise recreational activities for the City of Grand Prairie. This is accomplished by supervising employees; planning and organizing activities; and completing administrative duties. Other duties include interacting with the public and outside organizations. Essential Job Functions Supervises employees by assigning work duties; observing and monitoring activities; coordinating training for employees; communicating and implementing policies and procedures; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies. Plans and organizes activities by publicizing recreational center information and activities; creating a monthly calendar of events; scheduling activities and trips; gathering information to determine the public's needs; preparing schedules for adult league games and tournaments; coordinating efforts with officials; ensuring activity locations are available and booked; and planning activities. Completes administrative duties by registering teams for leagues and tournaments; providing a variety of brochures, calendars, letters, flyers and memos; and providing information as requested. Interacts with the public and outside organizations by attending various meetings; providing information to organizations regarding activities; holding quarterly meetings; attending board meetings and issuing certificates. Minimum Qualifications Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training Over one year up to and including two years. CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Valid Texas Class C or CDL Driver's License. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work requires analysis and judgement in accomplisinhg diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Landfill Maintenance Worker
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by painting walls; vacuuming and cleaning carpets; buffing and mopping floors; assembling furniture; dusting and polishing furniture; removing trash; moving furniture; and replacing interior lights. Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested; and ensuring the security of guests. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Under and including one year experience in maintenance. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 10, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by painting walls; vacuuming and cleaning carpets; buffing and mopping floors; assembling furniture; dusting and polishing furniture; removing trash; moving furniture; and replacing interior lights. Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested; and ensuring the security of guests. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Under and including one year experience in maintenance. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Business Operations Manager
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to manage and oversee the business and operational practices of some or all the Parks, Arts, & Recreation funds, including all financial components of major venues and events for assigned funds. Responsibilities include developing and administering financial systems and procedures in conjunction with City Policies to provide complete operational oversight and to refine and develop new revenue streams that will allow certain venues to operate as separate and independent business operations such as food and beverage; merchandise sales; and rentals. Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. Manages and oversees business operational practices of some or all Parks, Arts, & Recreation funds , and any/all other designated major venues and events as assigned. Develops revenue streams and cost controls by refining current revenue streams while developing new streams within assigned fund(s). Identifies and implements opportunities for cost control in assigned operations. Supervises and monitors a group of employees, including assigning work, hiring and firing, disciplinary actions and evaluating performance. Serves as a liaison to city departments and committees on operational and/or business-related affairs relative to the assigned enterprise operations. Prepares and presents annual operational and capital budgets to City Management, City Officials, and/or the public as required. Prepares and presents periodic financial and operational data to City Management, City Officials, and/or the public as required. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Parks and Recreation Management or related field. Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in an senior level management or higher in Parks, Arts, & Recreation administration, Finance or Accounting related position, preferably within municipal government; An equivalent combination of education and years of experience within a hospitality, entertainment, or recreational discipline may also be considered. Experience in the Golf Operations, Food & Beverage, and Rental Facility Industries highly preferred. Licenses : Valid Class C Driver's License required. Certifications Required: None. Reading : Advanced level with the ability to understand complex items such as literature, proposals, legal documents, financial documents, contracts, technical items and detailed reports. This level typically obtained at college level or above. Math : Advanced level with the ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables. This level typically obtained at college level or above. Writing : Advanced level with the ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : The employee normally performs the duty assignment within broad parameters defined by general organizational requirements and accepted practices. Total end results determine effectiveness of job performance. Budget Responsibility : Has responsibility for approval of at least one division budget and presents the budget(s) to the Department Head. Is authorized to approve budgeted expenditures up to the amount that requires the approval of the Department Head. Supervisory / Organizational Control : Work requires managing and monitoring work performance by directing subordinate supervisors or administrators, including making final decisions on hiring and disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed. Complexity : Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives and policies. Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Final decisions regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended. Interaction with others outside the City requires exercising participative management skills that support team efforts and quality processes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 10, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to manage and oversee the business and operational practices of some or all the Parks, Arts, & Recreation funds, including all financial components of major venues and events for assigned funds. Responsibilities include developing and administering financial systems and procedures in conjunction with City Policies to provide complete operational oversight and to refine and develop new revenue streams that will allow certain venues to operate as separate and independent business operations such as food and beverage; merchandise sales; and rentals. Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. Manages and oversees business operational practices of some or all Parks, Arts, & Recreation funds , and any/all other designated major venues and events as assigned. Develops revenue streams and cost controls by refining current revenue streams while developing new streams within assigned fund(s). Identifies and implements opportunities for cost control in assigned operations. Supervises and monitors a group of employees, including assigning work, hiring and firing, disciplinary actions and evaluating performance. Serves as a liaison to city departments and committees on operational and/or business-related affairs relative to the assigned enterprise operations. Prepares and presents annual operational and capital budgets to City Management, City Officials, and/or the public as required. Prepares and presents periodic financial and operational data to City Management, City Officials, and/or the public as required. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Parks and Recreation Management or related field. Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in an senior level management or higher in Parks, Arts, & Recreation administration, Finance or Accounting related position, preferably within municipal government; An equivalent combination of education and years of experience within a hospitality, entertainment, or recreational discipline may also be considered. Experience in the Golf Operations, Food & Beverage, and Rental Facility Industries highly preferred. Licenses : Valid Class C Driver's License required. Certifications Required: None. Reading : Advanced level with the ability to understand complex items such as literature, proposals, legal documents, financial documents, contracts, technical items and detailed reports. This level typically obtained at college level or above. Math : Advanced level with the ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables. This level typically obtained at college level or above. Writing : Advanced level with the ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : The employee normally performs the duty assignment within broad parameters defined by general organizational requirements and accepted practices. Total end results determine effectiveness of job performance. Budget Responsibility : Has responsibility for approval of at least one division budget and presents the budget(s) to the Department Head. Is authorized to approve budgeted expenditures up to the amount that requires the approval of the Department Head. Supervisory / Organizational Control : Work requires managing and monitoring work performance by directing subordinate supervisors or administrators, including making final decisions on hiring and disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed. Complexity : Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives and policies. Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Final decisions regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended. Interaction with others outside the City requires exercising participative management skills that support team efforts and quality processes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Engineering Permit Technician
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to review permits for the construction of development projects and residential improvements such as, but not limited to, single family homes, fences, sheds, phone or in person; participating in the preparation, filing, and retrieval of engineering maps, documents, and records; and making field checks of project sites or survey areas to verify survey results or features; and interacting with other City employees. Essential Job Functions Completes permit review by using computer software to place review and check the accuracy and completeness of the permits and compliance to the City's standards, criteria, and ordinances. Uses computer software to researching existing plans to obtain utility information; conducting field surveys; and researching property owners. Assists citizens by assisting the public in obtaining information on streets, water, wastewater, storm drainage, right-of-way, easements, aerial photos, and contours; and furnishing digital copies of photographs and topography maps. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Minimum of two years of related experience Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.? Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives and policies.? Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Persuasion Frequent:? From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: 6/29/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 08, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to review permits for the construction of development projects and residential improvements such as, but not limited to, single family homes, fences, sheds, phone or in person; participating in the preparation, filing, and retrieval of engineering maps, documents, and records; and making field checks of project sites or survey areas to verify survey results or features; and interacting with other City employees. Essential Job Functions Completes permit review by using computer software to place review and check the accuracy and completeness of the permits and compliance to the City's standards, criteria, and ordinances. Uses computer software to researching existing plans to obtain utility information; conducting field surveys; and researching property owners. Assists citizens by assisting the public in obtaining information on streets, water, wastewater, storm drainage, right-of-way, easements, aerial photos, and contours; and furnishing digital copies of photographs and topography maps. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Minimum of two years of related experience Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.? Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives and policies.? Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Persuasion Frequent:? From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: 6/29/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Athletic Facilities Senior Maintenance Worker
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by painting walls; vacuuming and cleaning carpets; buffing and mopping floors; assembling furniture; dusting and polishing furniture; removing trash; moving furniture; and replacing interior lights. Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested; and ensuring the security of guests. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. Over one year up to and including two years in maintenance. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 08, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by painting walls; vacuuming and cleaning carpets; buffing and mopping floors; assembling furniture; dusting and polishing furniture; removing trash; moving furniture; and replacing interior lights. Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested; and ensuring the security of guests. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. Over one year up to and including two years in maintenance. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Cashier for Kirby Creek Natatorium - Part Time (10-19hrs weekly)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The Pool Cashier is responsible for handling and accounting for money, filing, communicating by telephone, performing simple arithmetic, typing and analyzing data or report information and dealing effectively with the public. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and experience in handling money preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The Pool Cashier is responsible for handling and accounting for money, filing, communicating by telephone, performing simple arithmetic, typing and analyzing data or report information and dealing effectively with the public. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and experience in handling money preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Head Lifeguard - Aquatics -Part Time (20-29 hours per week)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to protect the lives of the City's patrons. The role of the Head Lifeguard is to assist the Pool Manager with any pool or facility operations. Head Lifeguards assist in many aspects of aquatic operations and have the same authority as managers when a manager is not on duty. This is accomplished by sitting on the stand; scanning the water; observing patrons' activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions; setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Overseas operations in the absence of a Pool Manager. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Assists the Pool Manger with tasks. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires some judgment and decision. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to protect the lives of the City's patrons. The role of the Head Lifeguard is to assist the Pool Manager with any pool or facility operations. Head Lifeguards assist in many aspects of aquatic operations and have the same authority as managers when a manager is not on duty. This is accomplished by sitting on the stand; scanning the water; observing patrons' activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions; setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Overseas operations in the absence of a Pool Manager. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Assists the Pool Manger with tasks. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires some judgment and decision. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Head Lifeguard for Kirby Creek Natatorium - Part Time (10-19hrs weekly)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to protect the lives of the City's patrons. The role of the Head Lifeguard is to assist the Pool Manager with any pool or facility operations. Head Lifeguards assist in many aspects of aquatic operations and have the same authority as managers when a manager is not on duty. This is accomplished by sitting on the stand; scanning the water; observing patrons' activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions; setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Overseas operations in the absence of a Pool Manager. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Assists the Pool Manger with tasks. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires some judgment and decision. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to protect the lives of the City's patrons. The role of the Head Lifeguard is to assist the Pool Manager with any pool or facility operations. Head Lifeguards assist in many aspects of aquatic operations and have the same authority as managers when a manager is not on duty. This is accomplished by sitting on the stand; scanning the water; observing patrons' activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions; setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Overseas operations in the absence of a Pool Manager. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Assists the Pool Manger with tasks. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires some judgment and decision. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Lifeguard for Kirby Creek Natatorium - Part Time (10-19/hrs weekly)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The Seasonal Lifeguard will protect the lives of the City's patrons by sitting on the stand, scanning the water, observing patron's activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions, providing customer service and answering customer's questions, setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C driver's license preferred. A Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis), First Aid and CPR Certification is REQUIRED. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The Seasonal Lifeguard will protect the lives of the City's patrons by sitting on the stand, scanning the water, observing patron's activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions, providing customer service and answering customer's questions, setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C driver's license preferred. A Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis), First Aid and CPR Certification is REQUIRED. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Party Attendant - The Epic Recreation Center (10-19hrs weekly)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Pool Manager - Aquatics - Part Time (10-19hrs weekly)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The part time Pool Manager supervises employees and volunteer workers in the Aquatics Division. Essential Job Functions Assists in coordinating and directing aquatic programs. Knowledge of all aspects of pool operations including personnel, water quality, safety, equipment & supplies. Maintenance and programs, and duties required to maintain a safe environment for all patrons. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C Driver's License and two years of increasingly responsible experience in the delivery of an aquatics program. A Lifeguard Certification is required. (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis...., First Aid and CPR Certification. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The part time Pool Manager supervises employees and volunteer workers in the Aquatics Division. Essential Job Functions Assists in coordinating and directing aquatic programs. Knowledge of all aspects of pool operations including personnel, water quality, safety, equipment & supplies. Maintenance and programs, and duties required to maintain a safe environment for all patrons. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C Driver's License and two years of increasingly responsible experience in the delivery of an aquatics program. A Lifeguard Certification is required. (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis...., First Aid and CPR Certification. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Pool Manager - Part Time (20-29 hrs/wk)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The sesonal Pool Manager supervises employees and volunteer workers in the Aquatics Division. Essential Job Functions Assists in coordinating and directing aquatic programs. Knowledge of all aspects of pool operations including personnel, water quality, safety, equipment & supplies. Maintenance and programs, and duties required to maintain a safe environment for all patrons. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C Driver's License and two years of increasingly responsible experience in the delivery of an aquatics program. A Lifeguard Certification is required. (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis...., First Aid and CPR Certification. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The sesonal Pool Manager supervises employees and volunteer workers in the Aquatics Division. Essential Job Functions Assists in coordinating and directing aquatic programs. Knowledge of all aspects of pool operations including personnel, water quality, safety, equipment & supplies. Maintenance and programs, and duties required to maintain a safe environment for all patrons. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C Driver's License and two years of increasingly responsible experience in the delivery of an aquatics program. A Lifeguard Certification is required. (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis...., First Aid and CPR Certification. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Staff Veterinarian
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Under general supervision, maintains the health and welfare of all animals in the Prairie Paws Animal Shelter; manages a diverse collection of animals by providing professional veterinary care. Essential Job Functions 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: Evaluates facilities and monitors sanitation procedures of the shelter to prevent spread of disease and comply with state regulations. Performs daily rounds and evaluates the health and welfare of the animals in the Animal Shelter. Meets with animal care staff to discuss animal health issues and preventive health measures. Provides timely preventative care, diagnostic procedures, triage and general medical and basic surgical treatment of all animals in the shelter. Performs spay and neuter surgeries on shelter animals. Develops, coordinates and implements preventive health surveillance, analysis and nutrition programs. Manages the veterinary clinic; manages inventory of equipment and supplies. Exercises independent judgment within broad policy guidelines; interprets concerns, defines desired results and determines scope and priorities of veterinary programs and special projects. - Supervises, prioritizes, assigns tasks and projects; trains and evaluates staff; develops staff skills and conducts performance evaluations and meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues. Coordinates operations with external partners and other public and private agencies. - Work with the Animal Shelter Manager in Budget planning. Monitors and reviews trends in Shelter operations and health management issues; recommends operational, procedural and policy improvements. Supports the relationship between the City of Grand Prairie and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Flexible work hours given ability to work in collaboration with medical staff to complete essential duties Driving is essential. Administers the rabies control program Vaccinates all animals not currently vaccinated against rabies prior to their release when vaccination is appropriate and certifies all animals released from quarantine observation as being free from rabies. Knowledge of the principles of infectious disease presentation, pathogenesis, diagnosis, management including but not limited to: URI, kennel cough, panleukopenia, parvo, distemper, other infectious causes of diarrhea, ringworm, common internal parasites, common external parasites, FIP, FeLV, FIV, and rabies. Knowledge of general principles of vaccinations in developing vaccination protocols focusing on vaccinations for common shelter conditions. Provides staff training relevant to animal husbandry, humane animal handling, sanitation and disease control, basic animal behavior, medical care, surgical support and first aid for animals. Evaluates sick and injured animals for most humane treatment/disposition Assists in the training, evaluating, and performance of proper euthanasia of animals by injection. Establishes and implements written medical treatment protocols for the shelter environment. Provides high quality sterilization surgery for shelter animal population. Ability to take radiographs and possesses skills to interpret. Ability to provide emergency medical care, stabilization, diagnosis and treatment of ill and injured animals, brought to the shelter. Ability to interpret local ordinances, statutes, rules, regulations and city policies pertaining to animal care and control. Ability to input animal records into computer to requisition and control euthanasia drugs in accordance with all applicable state and federal regulations and laws. Knowledge of drug classifications, rules, and regulations of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Ability to stay abreast of new trends and innovations in animal sheltering. Able to attend advisory board meetings and staff meetings. Minimum Qualifications Must be a graduate from an accredited college or university with a degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. 3 Years of experience required Must have a license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas. Must have or able to obtain a valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration certificate (Schedule 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, 5). Valid Class C Driver's License required. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills: Final decisions regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended. Interaction with others outside the City requires exercising participative management skills that support team efforts and quality processes. Certifications Required: Required License to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas. valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration certificate (Schedule 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, 5). Ability to read and understand complex items such as literature, proposals, legal documents, financial documents, contracts, technical items and detailed reports. Advanced level of math with the ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables; typically this level obtained in college or above. Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance is reviewed periodically. Budget Responsibility: Has responsibility for approval of at least one division budget and presents the budget(s) to the Department Head. Is authorized to approve budgeted expenditures up to the amount that requires the approval of the Department Head. Supervisory / Organizational Control: Work requires managing and monitoring work performance by directing subordinate supervisors or administrators, including making final decisions on hiring and disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed. Work is of the broadest scope dealing with highly complex concepts or issues of great importance to the City. Highly important policies, procedures, actions or precedents may be approved, rejected, or recommended to a Department Head or CMO by individuals in this classification. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary Under general supervision, maintains the health and welfare of all animals in the Prairie Paws Animal Shelter; manages a diverse collection of animals by providing professional veterinary care. Essential Job Functions 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: Evaluates facilities and monitors sanitation procedures of the shelter to prevent spread of disease and comply with state regulations. Performs daily rounds and evaluates the health and welfare of the animals in the Animal Shelter. Meets with animal care staff to discuss animal health issues and preventive health measures. Provides timely preventative care, diagnostic procedures, triage and general medical and basic surgical treatment of all animals in the shelter. Performs spay and neuter surgeries on shelter animals. Develops, coordinates and implements preventive health surveillance, analysis and nutrition programs. Manages the veterinary clinic; manages inventory of equipment and supplies. Exercises independent judgment within broad policy guidelines; interprets concerns, defines desired results and determines scope and priorities of veterinary programs and special projects. - Supervises, prioritizes, assigns tasks and projects; trains and evaluates staff; develops staff skills and conducts performance evaluations and meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues. Coordinates operations with external partners and other public and private agencies. - Work with the Animal Shelter Manager in Budget planning. Monitors and reviews trends in Shelter operations and health management issues; recommends operational, procedural and policy improvements. Supports the relationship between the City of Grand Prairie and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Flexible work hours given ability to work in collaboration with medical staff to complete essential duties Driving is essential. Administers the rabies control program Vaccinates all animals not currently vaccinated against rabies prior to their release when vaccination is appropriate and certifies all animals released from quarantine observation as being free from rabies. Knowledge of the principles of infectious disease presentation, pathogenesis, diagnosis, management including but not limited to: URI, kennel cough, panleukopenia, parvo, distemper, other infectious causes of diarrhea, ringworm, common internal parasites, common external parasites, FIP, FeLV, FIV, and rabies. Knowledge of general principles of vaccinations in developing vaccination protocols focusing on vaccinations for common shelter conditions. Provides staff training relevant to animal husbandry, humane animal handling, sanitation and disease control, basic animal behavior, medical care, surgical support and first aid for animals. Evaluates sick and injured animals for most humane treatment/disposition Assists in the training, evaluating, and performance of proper euthanasia of animals by injection. Establishes and implements written medical treatment protocols for the shelter environment. Provides high quality sterilization surgery for shelter animal population. Ability to take radiographs and possesses skills to interpret. Ability to provide emergency medical care, stabilization, diagnosis and treatment of ill and injured animals, brought to the shelter. Ability to interpret local ordinances, statutes, rules, regulations and city policies pertaining to animal care and control. Ability to input animal records into computer to requisition and control euthanasia drugs in accordance with all applicable state and federal regulations and laws. Knowledge of drug classifications, rules, and regulations of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Ability to stay abreast of new trends and innovations in animal sheltering. Able to attend advisory board meetings and staff meetings. Minimum Qualifications Must be a graduate from an accredited college or university with a degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. 3 Years of experience required Must have a license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas. Must have or able to obtain a valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration certificate (Schedule 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, 5). Valid Class C Driver's License required. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills: Final decisions regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended. Interaction with others outside the City requires exercising participative management skills that support team efforts and quality processes. Certifications Required: Required License to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas. valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration certificate (Schedule 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, 5). Ability to read and understand complex items such as literature, proposals, legal documents, financial documents, contracts, technical items and detailed reports. Advanced level of math with the ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables; typically this level obtained in college or above. Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance is reviewed periodically. Budget Responsibility: Has responsibility for approval of at least one division budget and presents the budget(s) to the Department Head. Is authorized to approve budgeted expenditures up to the amount that requires the approval of the Department Head. Supervisory / Organizational Control: Work requires managing and monitoring work performance by directing subordinate supervisors or administrators, including making final decisions on hiring and disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed. Work is of the broadest scope dealing with highly complex concepts or issues of great importance to the City. Highly important policies, procedures, actions or precedents may be approved, rejected, or recommended to a Department Head or CMO by individuals in this classification. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Utility Service Maintenance Technician
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist with the repairs and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, and water production systems components for the City. This is accomplished by performing repairs to water lines; performing repairs to sewer lines; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; and completing installation of sewer and water taps. Other duties include conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies. Essential Job Functions Performs repairs to water lines by responding to water leaks; identifying the source of leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times. Performs repairs to sewer lines by exposing the sewer line; identifying the source of the problem; avoiding the creation of damage to other utilities; conducting repairs; and ensuring a safe job site at all times. Completes work for customer service calls by responding to service call requests for water to be turned on, leaks at mains, sewer stoppages, and for service to lines; deploying with adequate equipment; and expediting the return to service of sewer or water to customers. Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by derooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required. Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections. Conducts repairs to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED under and including one year related to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred. Class C Drivers license required. Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment as a condition of continued employment. Must posses a valid Class I Collections License within 6 months of employment and obtain Class C Distribution or Class II Collections License within 30 months of employment. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed wet/and or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions confined space risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. Ability to work under routine and emergency situations, sometimes in severe weather. Shall carry a pager for scheduled on-call duty. Schedules and shifts shall vary based on necessities in sustaining daily 24 hour operations. Must be able to work weekends and holidays if necessary. Additional Information Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist with the repairs and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, and water production systems components for the City. This is accomplished by performing repairs to water lines; performing repairs to sewer lines; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; and completing installation of sewer and water taps. Other duties include conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies. Essential Job Functions Performs repairs to water lines by responding to water leaks; identifying the source of leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times. Performs repairs to sewer lines by exposing the sewer line; identifying the source of the problem; avoiding the creation of damage to other utilities; conducting repairs; and ensuring a safe job site at all times. Completes work for customer service calls by responding to service call requests for water to be turned on, leaks at mains, sewer stoppages, and for service to lines; deploying with adequate equipment; and expediting the return to service of sewer or water to customers. Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by derooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required. Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections. Conducts repairs to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED under and including one year related to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred. Class C Drivers license required. Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment as a condition of continued employment. Must posses a valid Class I Collections License within 6 months of employment and obtain Class C Distribution or Class II Collections License within 30 months of employment. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed wet/and or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions confined space risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. Ability to work under routine and emergency situations, sometimes in severe weather. Shall carry a pager for scheduled on-call duty. Schedules and shifts shall vary based on necessities in sustaining daily 24 hour operations. Must be able to work weekends and holidays if necessary. Additional Information Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Equipment Operator - Concrete
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to operatevarious types of equipment in order to maintain the City's sidewalks andstreets. An equipment operator in streets may work in any one of these keyareas: Asphalt Crew, Drainage Crew or with the Concrete Crew based onexperience and ability. Thisposition will be working in the Concrete Crew . This is accomplished by operating various equipment; maintaining streets and sidewalks throughout the City; laying drainage pipes; cleaning storm drains and drainage channels; performing code work; installing new guardrails; and completing roadwork for new construction. Other duties include performing preventative maintenance on equipment; and interacting with other City employees and citizens Essential Job Functions Loads materials by running equipment such as: backhoe, rubber tire loaders, concrete breaker, concrete saw and dump trucks. Maintains streets and sidewalks throughout the City by sawing, breaking, digging, and setting forms; pouring and finishing concrete work; cutting and tying steel, etc. Completes roadwork for new construction by assisting in setting grade elevations; compacting sub base; water sub base; shoveling and picking to assist in making grades. Performs preventative maintenance by inspecting and performing required maintenance and repairs of all equipment used. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required to be considered. 1 year of experience required to be considered. Experience may be direct experience in Concrete OR related experience which may include work typically outdoors including use of tools and/or machinery, construction work, warehouse work using forklifts or other similar type experience. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License preferred or ability to obtain within 180 days. Ability to read basic papers, instructions, directions etc. Ability to deal with numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Additional Information Work may include any day of the week, after hours or on weekends as needed to complete work or to assist in special projects. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to operatevarious types of equipment in order to maintain the City's sidewalks andstreets. An equipment operator in streets may work in any one of these keyareas: Asphalt Crew, Drainage Crew or with the Concrete Crew based onexperience and ability. Thisposition will be working in the Concrete Crew . This is accomplished by operating various equipment; maintaining streets and sidewalks throughout the City; laying drainage pipes; cleaning storm drains and drainage channels; performing code work; installing new guardrails; and completing roadwork for new construction. Other duties include performing preventative maintenance on equipment; and interacting with other City employees and citizens Essential Job Functions Loads materials by running equipment such as: backhoe, rubber tire loaders, concrete breaker, concrete saw and dump trucks. Maintains streets and sidewalks throughout the City by sawing, breaking, digging, and setting forms; pouring and finishing concrete work; cutting and tying steel, etc. Completes roadwork for new construction by assisting in setting grade elevations; compacting sub base; water sub base; shoveling and picking to assist in making grades. Performs preventative maintenance by inspecting and performing required maintenance and repairs of all equipment used. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required to be considered. 1 year of experience required to be considered. Experience may be direct experience in Concrete OR related experience which may include work typically outdoors including use of tools and/or machinery, construction work, warehouse work using forklifts or other similar type experience. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License preferred or ability to obtain within 180 days. Ability to read basic papers, instructions, directions etc. Ability to deal with numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Additional Information Work may include any day of the week, after hours or on weekends as needed to complete work or to assist in special projects. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Street Equipment Operator - Storm Water Utility/Drainage
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to operate various types of equipment in order to maintain the City's sidewalks and streets. An equipment operator in streets may work in any one of these key areas: Asphalt Crew , Drainage Crew or with the Concrete Crew based on experience and ability. This is accomplished by operating various equipment; maintaining streets and sidewalks throughout the City; laying drainage pipes; cleaning storm drains and drainage channels; performing code work; installing new guardrails; and completing roadwork for new construction. Other duties include performing preventative maintenance on equipment; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Loads materials by running equipment such as: track loaders, rubber tire loaders, and dump trucks. Lays drainage pipes by assisting to set grades and level ditch lines; and assembling new drainage pipes. Cleans storm drains and drainage channels by ensuring the area is clear of debris. Performs code work by removing limbs and other debris from roadways; placing road signs and barricades in the appropriate locations; cutting down trees; and removing debris from illegal dump sites. Installs new guardrails by removing damaged guardrails; digging new post holes for replacement rails; and installing new guardrail. Completes roadwork for new construction by assisting in setting grade elevations; compacting sub base; water sub base; shoveling and picking to assist in making grades. Performs preventative maintenance by inspecting and performing required maintenance and repairs of all equipment used. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required to be considered. 1 year of experience required to be considered . Experience may be direct experience in Drainage OR related experience which may include work typically outdoors including use of tools and/or machinery, construction work, warehouse work using forklifts or other similar type experience. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License preferred or ability to obtain within 180 days. Ability to read basic papers, instructions, directions etc. Ability to deal with numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to operate various types of equipment in order to maintain the City's sidewalks and streets. An equipment operator in streets may work in any one of these key areas: Asphalt Crew , Drainage Crew or with the Concrete Crew based on experience and ability. This is accomplished by operating various equipment; maintaining streets and sidewalks throughout the City; laying drainage pipes; cleaning storm drains and drainage channels; performing code work; installing new guardrails; and completing roadwork for new construction. Other duties include performing preventative maintenance on equipment; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Loads materials by running equipment such as: track loaders, rubber tire loaders, and dump trucks. Lays drainage pipes by assisting to set grades and level ditch lines; and assembling new drainage pipes. Cleans storm drains and drainage channels by ensuring the area is clear of debris. Performs code work by removing limbs and other debris from roadways; placing road signs and barricades in the appropriate locations; cutting down trees; and removing debris from illegal dump sites. Installs new guardrails by removing damaged guardrails; digging new post holes for replacement rails; and installing new guardrail. Completes roadwork for new construction by assisting in setting grade elevations; compacting sub base; water sub base; shoveling and picking to assist in making grades. Performs preventative maintenance by inspecting and performing required maintenance and repairs of all equipment used. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required to be considered. 1 year of experience required to be considered . Experience may be direct experience in Drainage OR related experience which may include work typically outdoors including use of tools and/or machinery, construction work, warehouse work using forklifts or other similar type experience. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License preferred or ability to obtain within 180 days. Ability to read basic papers, instructions, directions etc. Ability to deal with numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Crew Leader - Water/Wastewater
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise crews that are engaged in street, utility, and parks and recreation maintenance. This is accomplished by supervising personnel; monitoring project work; and completing administrative duties. Other duties include maintaining equipment. Essential Job Functions Supervises personnel by assigning work duties; observing and monitoring work tasks; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies. Monitors project work by ensuring a safe working environment for crews; planning for and securing needed materials and equipment; ensuring project is completed in a timely manner; inspecting work; and provided problem solutions as needed. Completes administrative duties by preparing daily work orders; preparing various reports; processing overtime and leave requests; completing accident forms; and monitoring equipment inventories. Maintains equipment by inspecting equipment for damage; and performing routine maintenance. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED and over four years' experience leading crews in the conduct of water and wastewater utilities repairs including experience in the operations of excavation equipment. Ability to respond to emergency on-call pager schedule. Must have TCEQ Class C Water or Unit II Wastewater Collections license, Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement. Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License; or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment. Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives limited direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise crews that are engaged in street, utility, and parks and recreation maintenance. This is accomplished by supervising personnel; monitoring project work; and completing administrative duties. Other duties include maintaining equipment. Essential Job Functions Supervises personnel by assigning work duties; observing and monitoring work tasks; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies. Monitors project work by ensuring a safe working environment for crews; planning for and securing needed materials and equipment; ensuring project is completed in a timely manner; inspecting work; and provided problem solutions as needed. Completes administrative duties by preparing daily work orders; preparing various reports; processing overtime and leave requests; completing accident forms; and monitoring equipment inventories. Maintains equipment by inspecting equipment for damage; and performing routine maintenance. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED and over four years' experience leading crews in the conduct of water and wastewater utilities repairs including experience in the operations of excavation equipment. Ability to respond to emergency on-call pager schedule. Must have TCEQ Class C Water or Unit II Wastewater Collections license, Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement. Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License; or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment. Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives limited direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Heavy Equipment Operator - Water Distribution
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to operate heavy equipment for a variety of construction and maintenance operations within the City. This is accomplished by using equipment such as: backhoes, gas operated equipment, pickup truck, hydraulic excavator, hydraulic jet cleaner trucks and trailers, vacuum cleaner/excavator, dump trucks, tracked excavators, and front-end loaders to complete construction projects. Other duties include performing repairs to water and wastewater lines;; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; providing traffic control; completing installation of sewer and water taps, conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies. Essential Job Functions Performs heavy equipment operations in order to repair water lines by excavating and restoring the water line; identifying the source of the leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times. Provides traffic control by directing traffic at work site; and communicating safety rules to customers. Complete administrative duties by preparing daily work orders; processing overtime and leave requests; completing accident forms; and monitoring equipment inventories. Monitors project work by ensuring a safe working environment for crews; planning for and securing needed materials and equipment; inspecting work; and providing problem solutions as needed.Act as crew leader in their absence by observing and monitoring work tasks; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies. Act as crew leader in their absence by observing and monitoring work tasks; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies. Conducts repair to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position. Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections. Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by de-rooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Two years related to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License with a tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment, Class I Collections and/or Class D Water License within 6 months employment and obtain Class C Distribution and/or Class II Collections License within 15 months of employment. Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Discussion Frequent: 21% to 50% of work Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to operate heavy equipment for a variety of construction and maintenance operations within the City. This is accomplished by using equipment such as: backhoes, gas operated equipment, pickup truck, hydraulic excavator, hydraulic jet cleaner trucks and trailers, vacuum cleaner/excavator, dump trucks, tracked excavators, and front-end loaders to complete construction projects. Other duties include performing repairs to water and wastewater lines;; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; providing traffic control; completing installation of sewer and water taps, conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies. Essential Job Functions Performs heavy equipment operations in order to repair water lines by excavating and restoring the water line; identifying the source of the leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times. Provides traffic control by directing traffic at work site; and communicating safety rules to customers. Complete administrative duties by preparing daily work orders; processing overtime and leave requests; completing accident forms; and monitoring equipment inventories. Monitors project work by ensuring a safe working environment for crews; planning for and securing needed materials and equipment; inspecting work; and providing problem solutions as needed.Act as crew leader in their absence by observing and monitoring work tasks; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies. Act as crew leader in their absence by observing and monitoring work tasks; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies. Conducts repair to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position. Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections. Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by de-rooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Two years related to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License with a tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment, Class I Collections and/or Class D Water License within 6 months employment and obtain Class C Distribution and/or Class II Collections License within 15 months of employment. Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Discussion Frequent: 21% to 50% of work Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Maintenance Worker for Parks Mowing Operations
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by painting walls; vacuuming and cleaning carpets; buffing and mopping floors; assembling furniture; dusting and polishing furniture; removing trash; moving furniture; and replacing interior lights. Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested; and ensuring the security of guests. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. Experience: Under and including one year. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by painting walls; vacuuming and cleaning carpets; buffing and mopping floors; assembling furniture; dusting and polishing furniture; removing trash; moving furniture; and replacing interior lights. Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested; and ensuring the security of guests. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. Experience: Under and including one year. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Street Equipment Operator - Asphalt
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to operate various types of equipment in order to maintain the City's sidewalks and streets. An equipment operator in streets may work in any one of these key areas: Asphalt Crew, Drainage Crew or with the Concrete Crew based on experience and ability. This position will be working in the Asphalt Crew . This is accomplished by operating various equipment; maintaining streets and sidewalks throughout the City; laying drainage pipes; cleaning storm drains and drainage channels; performing code work; installing new guardrails; and completing roadwork for new construction. Other duties include performing preventative maintenance on equipment; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Loads materials by running equipment such as: track loaders, rubber tire loaders, and dump trucks. Maintains streets and sidewalks throughout the City by sawing, breaking, digging, and setting forms; pouring and finishing concrete work; cutting and tying steel; and placing signs and barricades in roadways. Lays drainage pipes by assisting to set grades and level ditch lines; and assembling new drainage pipes. Cleans storm drains and drainage channels by ensuring the area is clear of debris. Performs code work by removing limbs and other debris from roadways; placing road signs and barricades in the appropriate locations; cutting down trees; and removing debris from illegal dump sites. Installs new guardrails by removing damaged guardrails; digging new post holes for replacement rails; and installing new guardrail. Completes roadwork for new construction by assisting in setting grade elevations; compacting sub base; water sub base; shoveling and picking to assist in making grades. Performs preventative maintenance by inspecting and performing required maintenance and repairs of all equipment used Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required to be considered. 1 year of experience required to be considered . Experience may be direct experience in Asphalt OR related experience which may include work typically outdoors including use of tools and/or machinery, construction work, warehouse work using forklifts or other similar type experience. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License preferred or ability to obtain within 180 days. Ability to read basic papers, instructions, directions etc. Ability to deal with numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to operate various types of equipment in order to maintain the City's sidewalks and streets. An equipment operator in streets may work in any one of these key areas: Asphalt Crew, Drainage Crew or with the Concrete Crew based on experience and ability. This position will be working in the Asphalt Crew . This is accomplished by operating various equipment; maintaining streets and sidewalks throughout the City; laying drainage pipes; cleaning storm drains and drainage channels; performing code work; installing new guardrails; and completing roadwork for new construction. Other duties include performing preventative maintenance on equipment; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Loads materials by running equipment such as: track loaders, rubber tire loaders, and dump trucks. Maintains streets and sidewalks throughout the City by sawing, breaking, digging, and setting forms; pouring and finishing concrete work; cutting and tying steel; and placing signs and barricades in roadways. Lays drainage pipes by assisting to set grades and level ditch lines; and assembling new drainage pipes. Cleans storm drains and drainage channels by ensuring the area is clear of debris. Performs code work by removing limbs and other debris from roadways; placing road signs and barricades in the appropriate locations; cutting down trees; and removing debris from illegal dump sites. Installs new guardrails by removing damaged guardrails; digging new post holes for replacement rails; and installing new guardrail. Completes roadwork for new construction by assisting in setting grade elevations; compacting sub base; water sub base; shoveling and picking to assist in making grades. Performs preventative maintenance by inspecting and performing required maintenance and repairs of all equipment used Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required to be considered. 1 year of experience required to be considered . Experience may be direct experience in Asphalt OR related experience which may include work typically outdoors including use of tools and/or machinery, construction work, warehouse work using forklifts or other similar type experience. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License preferred or ability to obtain within 180 days. Ability to read basic papers, instructions, directions etc. Ability to deal with numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Lifeguard - The Summit Active Adult Center 55 Plus - Part Time (10-19hrs weekly)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The Lifeguard will protect the lives of the general public by sitting on the stand, scanning the water, observing patron's activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions, providing customer service, setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Thepurpose of this position is to supervise more areas in the recreationalfacility, The Summit. This is accomplished by maintaining the interiorfacilities; being knowledgeable of the operations of the facility; developingand implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for thefacility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cashregister; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations, monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Responds to all emergencies providing First Aid, CPR, and AED care. Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C driver's license preferred. This position works up to 19 hour per week A Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis), First Aid and CPR Certification is REQUIRED. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The Lifeguard will protect the lives of the general public by sitting on the stand, scanning the water, observing patron's activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions, providing customer service, setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Thepurpose of this position is to supervise more areas in the recreationalfacility, The Summit. This is accomplished by maintaining the interiorfacilities; being knowledgeable of the operations of the facility; developingand implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for thefacility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cashregister; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations, monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Responds to all emergencies providing First Aid, CPR, and AED care. Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C driver's license preferred. This position works up to 19 hour per week A Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis), First Aid and CPR Certification is REQUIRED. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Recreation Aide - Charley Taylor Recreation Center - Part Time (10-19hrs weekly)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Fitness Attendant - The EPIC Recreation Centers - Part Time
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Equipment Operator - Dirt
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to operate various types of equipment in order to maintain the City's sidewalks and streets. An equipment operator in streets may work in any one of these key areas: Asphalt Crew , Drainage Crew or with the Concrete Crew based on experience and ability. This is accomplished by operating various equipment; maintaining streets and sidewalks throughout the City; laying drainage pipes; cleaning storm drains and drainage channels; performing code work; installing new guardrails; and completing roadwork for new construction. Other duties include performing preventative maintenance on equipment; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Loads materials by running equipment such as: track loaders, rubber tire loaders, and dump trucks. Lays drainage pipes by assisting to set grades and level ditch lines; and assembling new drainage pipes. Cleans storm drains and drainage channels by ensuring the area is clear of debris. Performs code work by removing limbs and other debris from roadways; placing road signs and barricades in the appropriate locations; cutting down trees; and removing debris from illegal dump sites. Installs new guardrails by removing damaged guardrails; digging new post holes for replacement rails; and installing new guardrail. Completes roadwork for new construction by assisting in setting grade elevations; compacting sub base; water sub base; shoveling and picking to assist in making grades. Performs preventative maintenance by inspecting and performing required maintenance and repairs of all equipment used. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required to be considered. 1 year of experience required to be considered . Experience may be direct experience in Drainage OR related experience which may include work typically outdoors including use of tools and/or machinery, construction work, warehouse work using forklifts or other similar type experience. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License preferred or ability to obtain within 180 days. Ability to read basic papers, instructions, directions etc. Ability to deal with numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to operate various types of equipment in order to maintain the City's sidewalks and streets. An equipment operator in streets may work in any one of these key areas: Asphalt Crew , Drainage Crew or with the Concrete Crew based on experience and ability. This is accomplished by operating various equipment; maintaining streets and sidewalks throughout the City; laying drainage pipes; cleaning storm drains and drainage channels; performing code work; installing new guardrails; and completing roadwork for new construction. Other duties include performing preventative maintenance on equipment; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Loads materials by running equipment such as: track loaders, rubber tire loaders, and dump trucks. Lays drainage pipes by assisting to set grades and level ditch lines; and assembling new drainage pipes. Cleans storm drains and drainage channels by ensuring the area is clear of debris. Performs code work by removing limbs and other debris from roadways; placing road signs and barricades in the appropriate locations; cutting down trees; and removing debris from illegal dump sites. Installs new guardrails by removing damaged guardrails; digging new post holes for replacement rails; and installing new guardrail. Completes roadwork for new construction by assisting in setting grade elevations; compacting sub base; water sub base; shoveling and picking to assist in making grades. Performs preventative maintenance by inspecting and performing required maintenance and repairs of all equipment used. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required to be considered. 1 year of experience required to be considered . Experience may be direct experience in Drainage OR related experience which may include work typically outdoors including use of tools and/or machinery, construction work, warehouse work using forklifts or other similar type experience. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License preferred or ability to obtain within 180 days. Ability to read basic papers, instructions, directions etc. Ability to deal with numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Animal Services Officer
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to enforce environmental, animal and housing codes for the City of Grand Prairie. This is accomplished by patrolling the City for animal violations, conducting inspections of properties; issuing citations and violations notices; supervising personnel; and completing administrative duties. Other duties include providing customer service to the public and other departments. Essential Job Functions Conducts inspections by patrolling the City for animal violations; investigating neglect or other complaints; responding to citizen complaints; scheduling regular inspections; touring the building or property; noting violations of code; researching to locate owners, if necessary; notifying owners of results of inspections; and re-inspecting noncompliant locations. Issues citations and violations by compiling inspection reports; preparing cases for the BAAB Board or court; executing warrants; and ensuring clean up is completed or animals are cared for. Completes administrative duties by answering calls; providing information to the public and other departments as requested; compiling various reports; completing documents and forms; and maintaining records. Provides customer service to the public by developing and implementing community and school education programs; assisting other departments with community functions; and developing and implementing neighborhood incentives. Supervises personnel by observing and monitoring work tasks; functioning as a lead worker; and providing guidance, instruction and feedback. Performs departmental specific functions by attending animals in the animal shelter; picking up strays and dead animals; providing adoption services; conducting euthanasia services; dispatching service calls; ensuring properties are cleaned up; and ensuring repairs are made to buildings or facilities. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Over two years up to and including four years of experience as an animal enforcement officer or related experience. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License. Basic Animal Control Officer Certification, Certified Euthanasia Technician preferred. Must be able to obtain certifications within six months of hire date. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Persuasion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to enforce environmental, animal and housing codes for the City of Grand Prairie. This is accomplished by patrolling the City for animal violations, conducting inspections of properties; issuing citations and violations notices; supervising personnel; and completing administrative duties. Other duties include providing customer service to the public and other departments. Essential Job Functions Conducts inspections by patrolling the City for animal violations; investigating neglect or other complaints; responding to citizen complaints; scheduling regular inspections; touring the building or property; noting violations of code; researching to locate owners, if necessary; notifying owners of results of inspections; and re-inspecting noncompliant locations. Issues citations and violations by compiling inspection reports; preparing cases for the BAAB Board or court; executing warrants; and ensuring clean up is completed or animals are cared for. Completes administrative duties by answering calls; providing information to the public and other departments as requested; compiling various reports; completing documents and forms; and maintaining records. Provides customer service to the public by developing and implementing community and school education programs; assisting other departments with community functions; and developing and implementing neighborhood incentives. Supervises personnel by observing and monitoring work tasks; functioning as a lead worker; and providing guidance, instruction and feedback. Performs departmental specific functions by attending animals in the animal shelter; picking up strays and dead animals; providing adoption services; conducting euthanasia services; dispatching service calls; ensuring properties are cleaned up; and ensuring repairs are made to buildings or facilities. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Over two years up to and including four years of experience as an animal enforcement officer or related experience. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License. Basic Animal Control Officer Certification, Certified Euthanasia Technician preferred. Must be able to obtain certifications within six months of hire date. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Persuasion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Rec Aide/Game Room Attendant - The EPIC Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Waggin' Wagon- Offsite Intern
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary This position is for the Waggin' Wagon Off-site intern. Looking for a college student to work 19 hours per week - working every Saturday and Sunday is required (off-site events are scheduled on those days). Other hours will be scheduled throughout the week Tuesday through Friday. Essential Job Functions Design marketing materials for Animal Services including brochures, fliers, posters, direct mail publications, social media updates, newsletters, signage and website updates in coordination with the City's Marketing Department to create or coordinate a marketing campaign for adoption events. Attend weekly events with the Prairie Paws Waggin' Wagon. Events: May plan and implement event details for campaigns, adoption events, public outreach for donations or education, etc. May involve scheduling locations for events, coordinating volunteers, creating materials, coordinating with staff, preparing animals and pictures, making reservations, preparing invitations as well as thank you cards, and all arrangements to ensure a smooth, productive, purposeful, error free event. Perform departmental specific functions by attending to the animals in the shelter and on the Adoption Waggin' Wagon. Cleaning and disinfecting kennels and cages, litter boxes, feeding utensils, etc. Launder animal bedding and towels, sweeping and mopping floors, removing trash and any animal waste as needed. Assists with public with adoptions and performs adoption procedures; i.e.: helping and talking with adopters to complete paperwork; recording animal and adopter information in computer system, etc. Preparing reports, handling money, filing, and typing various correspondences as requested and approved by management at Prairie Paws Adoption Center Minimum Qualifications Must have High School Diploma or GED and currently enrolled in an accredited university. Preferred fields of study are communications, marketing, advertising, public relations, event planning or animal science. Waggin' Wagon Essential Duties: Help with Waggin' Wagon mobile adoption trailer EVERY Saturday and Sunday. Week days may be required as needed. Manage the Waggin' Wagon Adoption Trailer appearances on our website. Provide humane treatment to all animals. Assist with other off-site events, as needed. Ensures adoption area and Waggin Wagon adoption trailer are cleaned and maintained at all times. Maintains and updates supplies for Waggin' Wagon. This job will require working indoors and outdoors. This job may require working in the heat, cold, or rain. This job will require cleaning up after animals. Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing for prolonged periods of time; ability to lift 50 pounds (heavy, moderate or light lifting) or more and ability to walk for prolonged periods of time. Other duties as assigned Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Intern
Job Summary This position is for the Waggin' Wagon Off-site intern. Looking for a college student to work 19 hours per week - working every Saturday and Sunday is required (off-site events are scheduled on those days). Other hours will be scheduled throughout the week Tuesday through Friday. Essential Job Functions Design marketing materials for Animal Services including brochures, fliers, posters, direct mail publications, social media updates, newsletters, signage and website updates in coordination with the City's Marketing Department to create or coordinate a marketing campaign for adoption events. Attend weekly events with the Prairie Paws Waggin' Wagon. Events: May plan and implement event details for campaigns, adoption events, public outreach for donations or education, etc. May involve scheduling locations for events, coordinating volunteers, creating materials, coordinating with staff, preparing animals and pictures, making reservations, preparing invitations as well as thank you cards, and all arrangements to ensure a smooth, productive, purposeful, error free event. Perform departmental specific functions by attending to the animals in the shelter and on the Adoption Waggin' Wagon. Cleaning and disinfecting kennels and cages, litter boxes, feeding utensils, etc. Launder animal bedding and towels, sweeping and mopping floors, removing trash and any animal waste as needed. Assists with public with adoptions and performs adoption procedures; i.e.: helping and talking with adopters to complete paperwork; recording animal and adopter information in computer system, etc. Preparing reports, handling money, filing, and typing various correspondences as requested and approved by management at Prairie Paws Adoption Center Minimum Qualifications Must have High School Diploma or GED and currently enrolled in an accredited university. Preferred fields of study are communications, marketing, advertising, public relations, event planning or animal science. Waggin' Wagon Essential Duties: Help with Waggin' Wagon mobile adoption trailer EVERY Saturday and Sunday. Week days may be required as needed. Manage the Waggin' Wagon Adoption Trailer appearances on our website. Provide humane treatment to all animals. Assist with other off-site events, as needed. Ensures adoption area and Waggin Wagon adoption trailer are cleaned and maintained at all times. Maintains and updates supplies for Waggin' Wagon. This job will require working indoors and outdoors. This job may require working in the heat, cold, or rain. This job will require cleaning up after animals. Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing for prolonged periods of time; ability to lift 50 pounds (heavy, moderate or light lifting) or more and ability to walk for prolonged periods of time. Other duties as assigned Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Signs/Markings Technician
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety of the City's streets and roadways. This is accomplished by installing and maintaining traffic signs, pavement markings and other traffic control devices. Other duties include completing on call duty for emergencies and interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Maintains and installs traffic signs by obtaining work orders; installing overhead street markers using necessary equipment and placing posts and signs throughout the City. Maintains and installs pavement markings by using thermoplastic tape, paint and other supplies; inputting markings for railroad crossings; re-stripping roadways and installing crosswalks and stop bars. Monitors inventory levels to ensure that the stock inventory for markings are updated and full. Ensures the cleanliness of vehicles by maintaining vehicles and keeping the vehicle adequately fueled and stocked for each day of use. Monitors phone calls by receiving calls and responding to emergency situations such as sign knockdown or replacement as needed. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Under and including one year related experience. Must be able to obtain an IMSA Work Zone Certification as well as IMSA Signs and Markings Level I Certification within one year of employment. Class C driver's license required. After hire date, a class B CDL must be obtained within one year of employment. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety of the City's streets and roadways. This is accomplished by installing and maintaining traffic signs, pavement markings and other traffic control devices. Other duties include completing on call duty for emergencies and interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Maintains and installs traffic signs by obtaining work orders; installing overhead street markers using necessary equipment and placing posts and signs throughout the City. Maintains and installs pavement markings by using thermoplastic tape, paint and other supplies; inputting markings for railroad crossings; re-stripping roadways and installing crosswalks and stop bars. Monitors inventory levels to ensure that the stock inventory for markings are updated and full. Ensures the cleanliness of vehicles by maintaining vehicles and keeping the vehicle adequately fueled and stocked for each day of use. Monitors phone calls by receiving calls and responding to emergency situations such as sign knockdown or replacement as needed. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Under and including one year related experience. Must be able to obtain an IMSA Work Zone Certification as well as IMSA Signs and Markings Level I Certification within one year of employment. Class C driver's license required. After hire date, a class B CDL must be obtained within one year of employment. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Head Lifeguard - The EPIC Recreation Center - Part Time (10-19 hours weekly)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to protect the lives of the City's patrons. The role of the Head Lifeguard is to assist the Pool Manager with any pool or facility operations. Head Lifeguards assist in many aspects of aquatic operations and have the same authority as managers when a manager is not on duty. This is accomplished by sitting on the stand; scanning the water; observing patrons' activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions; setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Overseas operations in the absence of a Pool Manager. Assists the Pool Manger with tasks. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires some judgment and decision. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to protect the lives of the City's patrons. The role of the Head Lifeguard is to assist the Pool Manager with any pool or facility operations. Head Lifeguards assist in many aspects of aquatic operations and have the same authority as managers when a manager is not on duty. This is accomplished by sitting on the stand; scanning the water; observing patrons' activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions; setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Overseas operations in the absence of a Pool Manager. Assists the Pool Manger with tasks. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires some judgment and decision. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Senior Maintenance Worker for Athletic Facility Maintenance
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by painting walls; vacuuming and cleaning carpets; buffing and mopping floors; assembling furniture; dusting and polishing furniture; removing trash; moving furniture; and replacing interior lights. Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested; and ensuring the security of guests. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. Over one year up to and including two years in maintenance. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by painting walls; vacuuming and cleaning carpets; buffing and mopping floors; assembling furniture; dusting and polishing furniture; removing trash; moving furniture; and replacing interior lights. Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested; and ensuring the security of guests. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. Over one year up to and including two years in maintenance. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Litter Crew Laborer
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain City property and right-of-ways under the supervision of the Litter Crew Leader. This is accomplished by cleaning City right-of ways on designated routes as well as responding to citizens' complaints. Other duties include assisting landfill operations projects, operating and maintaining equipment and assisting with special projects as well as electronics recycling events. This position also assists other departments as needed; and interacts with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions • Maintains the city right-of-way by removing litter and illegally dumped items. Regularly monitors areas known for illegal dumping. • Removes debris caused from extreme weather conditions by cleaning debris such as fallen trees, inlets, curbs and gutters of debris and interacting with other city employees and citizens. • Participates at special events and projects as and when needed • Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested. • Reports to the Litter Crew Leader Minimum Qualifications • High School or GED required • Must be able to lift 50 pounds and physically able to walk several miles a day as well as with constant bending and lifting • Must be willing to work in all weather conditions • Must be willing to work on some Saturdays as needed Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain City property and right-of-ways under the supervision of the Litter Crew Leader. This is accomplished by cleaning City right-of ways on designated routes as well as responding to citizens' complaints. Other duties include assisting landfill operations projects, operating and maintaining equipment and assisting with special projects as well as electronics recycling events. This position also assists other departments as needed; and interacts with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions • Maintains the city right-of-way by removing litter and illegally dumped items. Regularly monitors areas known for illegal dumping. • Removes debris caused from extreme weather conditions by cleaning debris such as fallen trees, inlets, curbs and gutters of debris and interacting with other city employees and citizens. • Participates at special events and projects as and when needed • Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested. • Reports to the Litter Crew Leader Minimum Qualifications • High School or GED required • Must be able to lift 50 pounds and physically able to walk several miles a day as well as with constant bending and lifting • Must be willing to work in all weather conditions • Must be willing to work on some Saturdays as needed Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Part Time Custodian for EPIC Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to perform general cleaning and maintenance functions for public facilities of the City of Grand Prairie. This is accomplished by cleaning public facilities; and performing basic maintenance on equipment. Other duties include setting up equipment for special events and assisting with other duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions Cleans public facilities by cleaning restrooms and floors; dusting; cleaning windows; emptying trash; installing paper products in dispensers; and maintaining inventory of paper products. Performs basic maintenance on equipment by installing light bulbs; fixing toilets; changing air conditioner filters; assembling furniture and equipment; and reporting any equipment problems to supervisor. Sets up for special events by arranging tables and chairs; setting up audio/visual equipment; and preparing food for some events. Assists with other duties by moving boxes or other materials as requested; assisting with arranging displays; and assisting at the service counter. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. A high school diploma or GED preferred. Under and including one year. Experience in general cleaning and maintenance for public facilities preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to perform general cleaning and maintenance functions for public facilities of the City of Grand Prairie. This is accomplished by cleaning public facilities; and performing basic maintenance on equipment. Other duties include setting up equipment for special events and assisting with other duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions Cleans public facilities by cleaning restrooms and floors; dusting; cleaning windows; emptying trash; installing paper products in dispensers; and maintaining inventory of paper products. Performs basic maintenance on equipment by installing light bulbs; fixing toilets; changing air conditioner filters; assembling furniture and equipment; and reporting any equipment problems to supervisor. Sets up for special events by arranging tables and chairs; setting up audio/visual equipment; and preparing food for some events. Assists with other duties by moving boxes or other materials as requested; assisting with arranging displays; and assisting at the service counter. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. A high school diploma or GED preferred. Under and including one year. Experience in general cleaning and maintenance for public facilities preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Recreation Aide - Fitness - The EPIC Recreation Center - Full Time
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
SPT Gate Attendant for Loyd Park at Lake Joe Pool
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to monitor the City's parks fees and security. This is accomplished by serving as a gate attendant; collecting fees from campers and general park picnic fees and monitoring park entrance security. Other duties include interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Collects entrance fees by informing customers of park rules; charging customers the proper entrance or activity fee; ensuring that proper receipt and forms are given to the customer and maintaining accurate records of transactions. Provides customer service by having frequent interaction with citizens and park patrons; answering questions; and providing directions. Provides security by monitoring and observing activities for the safety and security of citizens and patrons Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. No experience required. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to monitor the City's parks fees and security. This is accomplished by serving as a gate attendant; collecting fees from campers and general park picnic fees and monitoring park entrance security. Other duties include interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Collects entrance fees by informing customers of park rules; charging customers the proper entrance or activity fee; ensuring that proper receipt and forms are given to the customer and maintaining accurate records of transactions. Provides customer service by having frequent interaction with citizens and park patrons; answering questions; and providing directions. Provides security by monitoring and observing activities for the safety and security of citizens and patrons Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. No experience required. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
SPT Gate Attendant for Lynn Creek Park at Lake Joe Pool
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to monitor the City's parks fees and security. This is accomplished by serving as a gate attendant; collecting fees from campers and general park picnic fees and monitoring park entrance security. Other duties include interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Collects entrance fees by informing customers of park rules; charging customers the proper entrance or activity fee; ensuring that proper receipt and forms are given to the customer and maintaining accurate records of transactions. Provides customer service by having frequent interaction with citizens and park patrons; answering questions; and providing directions. Provides security by monitoring and observing activities for the safety and security of citizens and patrons Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. No experience required. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to monitor the City's parks fees and security. This is accomplished by serving as a gate attendant; collecting fees from campers and general park picnic fees and monitoring park entrance security. Other duties include interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Collects entrance fees by informing customers of park rules; charging customers the proper entrance or activity fee; ensuring that proper receipt and forms are given to the customer and maintaining accurate records of transactions. Provides customer service by having frequent interaction with citizens and park patrons; answering questions; and providing directions. Provides security by monitoring and observing activities for the safety and security of citizens and patrons Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. No experience required. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Rec Aid for KID PLAY programs and activities at The EPIC Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Fine Arts & Culinary Program Rental Attendant - The EPIC Rec Center - Part Time
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Recreation Aide for Culinary Programs & Activities at The EPIC Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Adaptive & Inclusive Program and Activity Recreation Aide (Part Time) EPIC Rec Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Gym Attendant - The EPIC Recreation Center - Part Time
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Recreation Aide - Fine Arts - The Epic
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Recreation Aide - Music and Media Arts - The EPIC Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
RPT Golf Cart Attendant for Prairie Lakes ProShop
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary THIS IS A PART TIME POSITION WORKING 10-19 HOURS PER WEEK The purpose of this position is to assist in cart storage, cart cleaning and staging golf carts for daily tournament play. It also is responsible for greeting customers, shuttling customers and helping clean the golf shop and other related areas; and interacting with other City employees. Essential Job Functions Verifies that carts are clean, charge and in-proper working order for the golf customer. Cleans the cars after each usage by the public. Provides customer service by greeting each customer upon arrival and assist customers by cleaning clubs and helping with equipment. Maintains a clean appearance in the cart staging area as well as the cart barn, golf shop, pavilion, and other common space by golf shop. Provides assistance to Club Manager and all assistant managers as necessary. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of the golf course. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. This position works 10-19 hours a week. No experience necessary. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary THIS IS A PART TIME POSITION WORKING 10-19 HOURS PER WEEK The purpose of this position is to assist in cart storage, cart cleaning and staging golf carts for daily tournament play. It also is responsible for greeting customers, shuttling customers and helping clean the golf shop and other related areas; and interacting with other City employees. Essential Job Functions Verifies that carts are clean, charge and in-proper working order for the golf customer. Cleans the cars after each usage by the public. Provides customer service by greeting each customer upon arrival and assist customers by cleaning clubs and helping with equipment. Maintains a clean appearance in the cart staging area as well as the cart barn, golf shop, pavilion, and other common space by golf shop. Provides assistance to Club Manager and all assistant managers as necessary. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of the golf course. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. This position works 10-19 hours a week. No experience necessary. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Lifeguard - Rec Aide - The EPIC Recreation Center Part Time (10-19hrs weekly)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The Lifeguard/Recreation Aide will protect the lives of the City's patrons by sitting on the stand, scanning the water, observing patron's activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions, providing customer service and answering customer's questions, setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. As well as maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Essential Job Functions Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The Lifeguard/Recreation Aide will protect the lives of the City's patrons by sitting on the stand, scanning the water, observing patron's activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions, providing customer service and answering customer's questions, setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. As well as maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Essential Job Functions Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Water Systems Operator - 11p.m.- 7a.m. Sunday- Thursday
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary This position works shift 11p.m.- 7a.m. Sunday- Thursday The purpose of this position is to perform general maintenance of water production systems and related components. This is accomplished by ensuring site security; performing system maintenance; providing pump maintenance; ensuring water quality. Other duties include operating wells; providing storage tank maintenance; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies . Essential Job Functions Performs system maintenance by performing valve maintenance. Monitoring flashing fire hydrants. Sampling water; working in conjunction with Environmental Service for water quality System Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) maintenance. Provides pump maintenance by replacing bearings and seal. Checking power in the radio and verifying SCADA radio, transmitter, and receptor are in working order to receive communications. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Over one year up to and including two years related to maintenance and repairs of water storage tanks, lift stations, operation of ground wells, water quality, and chemical injection stations preferred. This position requires working 11p.m.- 7 a.m. Sunday- Thursday . Monitors project work by ensuring a safe working environment for crews; planning for and securing needed materials and equipment; ensuring project is completed in a timely manner; inspecting work; and provided problem solutions as needed. Completes administrative duties by preparing daily work orders; preparing various reports; processing overtime and leave requests; completing accident forms; and monitoring equipment inventories. Valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement /Haz Mat within 90 days of employment, Class D Water Distribution License within 6 months of employment and upgrade to a Class C Water Distribution License within next 24 months and Class I Collections within one year. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary This position works shift 11p.m.- 7a.m. Sunday- Thursday The purpose of this position is to perform general maintenance of water production systems and related components. This is accomplished by ensuring site security; performing system maintenance; providing pump maintenance; ensuring water quality. Other duties include operating wells; providing storage tank maintenance; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies . Essential Job Functions Performs system maintenance by performing valve maintenance. Monitoring flashing fire hydrants. Sampling water; working in conjunction with Environmental Service for water quality System Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) maintenance. Provides pump maintenance by replacing bearings and seal. Checking power in the radio and verifying SCADA radio, transmitter, and receptor are in working order to receive communications. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Over one year up to and including two years related to maintenance and repairs of water storage tanks, lift stations, operation of ground wells, water quality, and chemical injection stations preferred. This position requires working 11p.m.- 7 a.m. Sunday- Thursday . Monitors project work by ensuring a safe working environment for crews; planning for and securing needed materials and equipment; ensuring project is completed in a timely manner; inspecting work; and provided problem solutions as needed. Completes administrative duties by preparing daily work orders; preparing various reports; processing overtime and leave requests; completing accident forms; and monitoring equipment inventories. Valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement /Haz Mat within 90 days of employment, Class D Water Distribution License within 6 months of employment and upgrade to a Class C Water Distribution License within next 24 months and Class I Collections within one year. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
911 Emergency Communications Specialist
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary *Subject to guidelines and payable after completion of training Make a Difference - Save lives as a First Responder in 9-1-1 Do you have a passion for helping your fellow man? Do you crave a career that is fulfilling and purposeful? Are you looking for an opportunity, where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others? If you answered YES to these questions, you could be the perfect fit for Grand Prairie Emergency Communications Center. We are continually seeking diverse, highly motivated, committed individuals who seek to enhance the lives of others, through service. What it takes to make the team You must display a positive, upbeat, team focused attitude You must be able to work calmly under pressure, while making time-sensitive decisions To achieve daily success, you must be able to work well as part of a team Being solution oriented and open to innovation We work in a fast-paced environment, being able to adapt to change quickly, is a necessity Achieving and maintaining excellence takes feedback, so you must be comfortable with receiving constant feedback on your performance You must be dependable, as the success of our team depends on it Essential Job Functions Utilize telephone, radio, and computers systems to skillfully respond to emergency and non-emergency situations, maintaining situational awareness, and provide first responder accountability during emergency and non-emergency responses. Ask questions to interpret, analyze and anticipate the situation presented, to resolve problems, provide information, dispatch emergency services, or refer calls to other agencies or departments Provide pre-arrival, lifesaving, and emergency instruction to the community during crisis or emergency situations Provide instruction and general guidance to the community during non-emergency situations Prioritize emergency and non-emergency request for assistance from the community, departmental members and fellow first responders, using established procedures and guidelines Coordinate Police, Fire and other public safety and city department responses to emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance Make quick decisions in emergency situations in the interest our community and other first responders Perform general clerical and support duties, relative to Public Safety Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age Ability to read, write and speak English fluently Valid Texas Driver's License This position requires access to Criminal Justice Information & due to CJIS/FBI policy, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen Minimum of 1 year customer service experience Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, reading, math and/or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or GED equivalency Ability to type at least 35 words per minute on a computer keyboard Candidate will be required to pass pre-employment screening which includes drug screen, polygraph, psychological, and background investigation. No Marijuana usage in the last calendar year Additional Information Our Schedule We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all holidays & weekends, so flexibility in your schedule is a must After graduating the Emergency Communications Academy, you will be assigned to 1 of 4 teams, working a 12-hour shift that meets the needs of the Emergency Communications Center The benefits of working for the City of Grand Prairie Emergency Communications Center A competitive pay, starting at $25.50 /hour Competitive Lateral Pay Opportunities 3 to 4 days off per week Endless opportunities for skill advancement and training 2 to 1 match into Texas Municipal Retirement System Great Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Paid Time off Stable work environment Tuition Reimbursement Certification Pay Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary *Subject to guidelines and payable after completion of training Make a Difference - Save lives as a First Responder in 9-1-1 Do you have a passion for helping your fellow man? Do you crave a career that is fulfilling and purposeful? Are you looking for an opportunity, where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others? If you answered YES to these questions, you could be the perfect fit for Grand Prairie Emergency Communications Center. We are continually seeking diverse, highly motivated, committed individuals who seek to enhance the lives of others, through service. What it takes to make the team You must display a positive, upbeat, team focused attitude You must be able to work calmly under pressure, while making time-sensitive decisions To achieve daily success, you must be able to work well as part of a team Being solution oriented and open to innovation We work in a fast-paced environment, being able to adapt to change quickly, is a necessity Achieving and maintaining excellence takes feedback, so you must be comfortable with receiving constant feedback on your performance You must be dependable, as the success of our team depends on it Essential Job Functions Utilize telephone, radio, and computers systems to skillfully respond to emergency and non-emergency situations, maintaining situational awareness, and provide first responder accountability during emergency and non-emergency responses. Ask questions to interpret, analyze and anticipate the situation presented, to resolve problems, provide information, dispatch emergency services, or refer calls to other agencies or departments Provide pre-arrival, lifesaving, and emergency instruction to the community during crisis or emergency situations Provide instruction and general guidance to the community during non-emergency situations Prioritize emergency and non-emergency request for assistance from the community, departmental members and fellow first responders, using established procedures and guidelines Coordinate Police, Fire and other public safety and city department responses to emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance Make quick decisions in emergency situations in the interest our community and other first responders Perform general clerical and support duties, relative to Public Safety Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age Ability to read, write and speak English fluently Valid Texas Driver's License This position requires access to Criminal Justice Information & due to CJIS/FBI policy, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen Minimum of 1 year customer service experience Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, reading, math and/or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or GED equivalency Ability to type at least 35 words per minute on a computer keyboard Candidate will be required to pass pre-employment screening which includes drug screen, polygraph, psychological, and background investigation. No Marijuana usage in the last calendar year Additional Information Our Schedule We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all holidays & weekends, so flexibility in your schedule is a must After graduating the Emergency Communications Academy, you will be assigned to 1 of 4 teams, working a 12-hour shift that meets the needs of the Emergency Communications Center The benefits of working for the City of Grand Prairie Emergency Communications Center A competitive pay, starting at $25.50 /hour Competitive Lateral Pay Opportunities 3 to 4 days off per week Endless opportunities for skill advancement and training 2 to 1 match into Texas Municipal Retirement System Great Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Paid Time off Stable work environment Tuition Reimbursement Certification Pay Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Utility Service Maintenance Technician - Weekend Crew
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist with the repairs and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, and water production systems components for the City. This is accomplished by performing repairs to water lines; performing repairs to sewer lines; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; and completing installation of sewer and water taps. Other duties include conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies. Essential Job Functions Performs repairs to water lines by responding to water leaks; identifying the source of leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times. Performs repairs to sewer lines by exposing the sewer line; identifying the source of the problem; avoiding the creation of damage to other utilities; conducting repairs; and ensuring a safe job site at all times. Completes work for customer service calls by responding to service call requests for water to be turned on, leaks at mains, sewer stoppages, and for service to lines; deploying with adequate equipment; and expediting the return to service of sewer or water to customers. Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by derooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required. Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections. Conducts repairs to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED under and including one year related to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred. This position is a weekend crew position. Class C Drivers license required. Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment as a condition of continued employment. Must posses a valid Class I Collections License within 6 months of employment and obtain Class C Distribution or Class II Collections License within 30 months of employment. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed wet/and or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions confined space risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. Ability to work under routine and emergency situations, sometimes in severe weather. Shall carry a pager for scheduled on-call duty. Schedules and shifts shall vary based on necessities in sustaining daily 24 hour operations. Must be able to work weekends and holidays if necessary. Additional Information Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist with the repairs and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, and water production systems components for the City. This is accomplished by performing repairs to water lines; performing repairs to sewer lines; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; and completing installation of sewer and water taps. Other duties include conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies. Essential Job Functions Performs repairs to water lines by responding to water leaks; identifying the source of leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times. Performs repairs to sewer lines by exposing the sewer line; identifying the source of the problem; avoiding the creation of damage to other utilities; conducting repairs; and ensuring a safe job site at all times. Completes work for customer service calls by responding to service call requests for water to be turned on, leaks at mains, sewer stoppages, and for service to lines; deploying with adequate equipment; and expediting the return to service of sewer or water to customers. Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by derooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required. Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections. Conducts repairs to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED under and including one year related to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred. This position is a weekend crew position. Class C Drivers license required. Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment as a condition of continued employment. Must posses a valid Class I Collections License within 6 months of employment and obtain Class C Distribution or Class II Collections License within 30 months of employment. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed wet/and or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions confined space risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. Ability to work under routine and emergency situations, sometimes in severe weather. Shall carry a pager for scheduled on-call duty. Schedules and shifts shall vary based on necessities in sustaining daily 24 hour operations. Must be able to work weekends and holidays if necessary. Additional Information Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Seasonal Maintenance Worker Loyd Park
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Seasonal Maintenance Worker Lynn Creek Park
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Water Distribution Utility Maintenance Worker
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist with the repairs and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, and water production systems components for the City. This is accomplished by performing repairs to water lines; performing repairs to sewer lines; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; and completing installation of sewer and water taps. Other duties include conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies. Essential Job Functions Performs repairs to water lines by responding to water leaks; identifying the source of leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times. Performs repairs to sewer lines by exposing the sewer line; identifying the source of the problem; avoiding the creation of damage to other utilities; conducting repairs; and ensuring a safe job site at all times. Completes work for customer service calls by responding to service call requests for water to be turned on, leaks at mains, sewer stoppages, and for service to lines; deploying with adequate equipment; and expediting the return to service of sewer or water to customers. Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by derooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required. Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections. Conducts repairs to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED under and including one year related to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred. Class C Drivers license required. Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment as a condition of continued employment. Must posses a valid Class I Collections License within 6 months of employment and obtain Class C Distribution or Class II Collections License within 30 months of employment. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed wet/and or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions confined space risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. Ability to work under routine and emergency situations, sometimes in severe weather. Shall carry a pager for scheduled on-call duty. Schedules and shifts shall vary based on necessities in sustaining daily 24 hour operations. Must be able to work weekends and holidays if necessary. Additional Information Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist with the repairs and maintenance of water distribution, wastewater collection, and water production systems components for the City. This is accomplished by performing repairs to water lines; performing repairs to sewer lines; completing work for customer service calls; performing preventative maintenance; and completing installation of sewer and water taps. Other duties include conducting repairs to hydrants and valves; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Scheduled for on-call pager rotation in response to emergencies. Essential Job Functions Performs repairs to water lines by responding to water leaks; identifying the source of leak; isolating line segment; exposing and making repairs; flushing system; placing line back into service; operating all the required valves; ensuring job site safety at all times. Performs repairs to sewer lines by exposing the sewer line; identifying the source of the problem; avoiding the creation of damage to other utilities; conducting repairs; and ensuring a safe job site at all times. Completes work for customer service calls by responding to service call requests for water to be turned on, leaks at mains, sewer stoppages, and for service to lines; deploying with adequate equipment; and expediting the return to service of sewer or water to customers. Performs preventative maintenance by performing pull down maintenance utilizing the flush truck or mounted trailer; removing obstructions in sewer lines by derooting, cleaning, or introducing chemicals; and performing CCTV inspections to identify line problems as required. Completes installation of sewer and water taps by assisting with installation service of taps by exposing mains in asphalt, soils, or concrete; installing tap penetrating mains; isolating line as required; inspecting and testing for leaks at new connections. Conducts repairs to hydrants and valves by isolating fire hydrant lead; exposing piping and assessing damages for repair; replacing or reinstalling parts; performing inspections prior to placing hydrant in service; exposing valve; isolating line segment; identifying problem; repairing valve back to operational level; and placing valve into the open position. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED under and including one year related to conducting repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines and wastewater lines, operating various gas/hydraulic equipment/tool, and knowledge of safe work zones preferred. Class C Drivers license required. Must be able to obtain a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment as a condition of continued employment. Must posses a valid Class I Collections License within 6 months of employment and obtain Class C Distribution or Class II Collections License within 30 months of employment. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed wet/and or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions confined space risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. Ability to work under routine and emergency situations, sometimes in severe weather. Shall carry a pager for scheduled on-call duty. Schedules and shifts shall vary based on necessities in sustaining daily 24 hour operations. Must be able to work weekends and holidays if necessary. Additional Information Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Aquatics Instructor - Summer 2022 for Kirby Creek Natatorium and Outdoor Pools
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Aquatics Instructor - Summer 2022 for Kirby Creek Natatorium and Outdoor Pools The role of a Seasonal Aquatics Instructor is to teach swimming lessons to the community. Instructors must know how to swim and be able to teach basic swimming techniques for all ages. Instructors are expected to attend trainings, have good communication skills, and work well with children. Other duties include enforcing pool rules and regulations; ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by teaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Aquatics Instructor - Summer 2022 for Kirby Creek Natatorium and Outdoor Pools The role of a Seasonal Aquatics Instructor is to teach swimming lessons to the community. Instructors must know how to swim and be able to teach basic swimming techniques for all ages. Instructors are expected to attend trainings, have good communication skills, and work well with children. Other duties include enforcing pool rules and regulations; ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by teaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Aquatics Pool Cashier - Summer of 2022 for Kirby Creek Natatorium & Outdoor Pools
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Aquatics Cashier for Summer of 2022 - Kirby Creek Natatorium & Outdoor Pools The Pool Cashier is responsible for handling and accounting for money, filing, communicating by telephone, performing simple arithmetic, typing and analyzing data or report information and dealing effectively with the public. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and experience in handling money preferred. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Aquatics Cashier for Summer of 2022 - Kirby Creek Natatorium & Outdoor Pools The Pool Cashier is responsible for handling and accounting for money, filing, communicating by telephone, performing simple arithmetic, typing and analyzing data or report information and dealing effectively with the public. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and experience in handling money preferred. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Head Lifeguard - Summer 2022 for Kirby Creek Natatorium & Outdoor Pools
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Head Lifeguard - Summer 2022 for Kirby Creek Natatorium & Outdoor Pools The purpose of this position is to protect the lives of the City's patrons. The role of the Head Lifeguard is to assist the Pool Manager with any pool or facility operations. Head Lifeguards assist in many aspects of aquatic operations and have the same authority as managers when a manager is not on duty. This is accomplished by sitting on the stand; scanning the water; observing patrons' activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions; setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Overseas operations in the absence of a Pool Manager. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Assists the Pool Manger with tasks. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires some judgment and decision. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Head Lifeguard - Summer 2022 for Kirby Creek Natatorium & Outdoor Pools The purpose of this position is to protect the lives of the City's patrons. The role of the Head Lifeguard is to assist the Pool Manager with any pool or facility operations. Head Lifeguards assist in many aspects of aquatic operations and have the same authority as managers when a manager is not on duty. This is accomplished by sitting on the stand; scanning the water; observing patrons' activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions; providing customer service and answering customers' questions; setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Overseas operations in the absence of a Pool Manager. Minimum Qualifications High School or GED preferred but not required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. No experience required. Requires American Red Cross -Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certification. Assists the Pool Manger with tasks. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires some judgment and decision. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Lifeguard - Summer of 2022 for Kirby Creek Natatorium & Outdoor Pools
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Summer of 2022 for Kirby Creek Natatorium & Outdoor Pools The Seasonal Lifeguard will protect the lives of the City's patrons by sitting on the stand, scanning the water, observing patron's activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions, providing customer service and answering customer's questions, setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C driver's license preferred. A Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis), First Aid and CPR Certification is REQUIRED. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Summer of 2022 for Kirby Creek Natatorium & Outdoor Pools The Seasonal Lifeguard will protect the lives of the City's patrons by sitting on the stand, scanning the water, observing patron's activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions, providing customer service and answering customer's questions, setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C driver's license preferred. A Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis), First Aid and CPR Certification is REQUIRED. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Part Time Maintenance Worker
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by painting walls; vacuuming and cleaning carpets; buffing and mopping floors; assembling furniture; dusting and polishing furniture; removing trash; moving furniture; and replacing interior lights. Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested; and ensuring the security of guests. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. This position works 19 hours per week. Experience: Under and including one year. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by painting walls; vacuuming and cleaning carpets; buffing and mopping floors; assembling furniture; dusting and polishing furniture; removing trash; moving furniture; and replacing interior lights. Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Provides customer service to the public by providing information as requested; and ensuring the security of guests. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. This position works 19 hours per week. Experience: Under and including one year. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Seasonal Maintenance Worker Prairie Lakes Golf Course
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Seasonal Maintenance Worker Tangle Ridge Golf Course
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Summer Camp Counselor at Charley Taylor Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Counselor at Charley Taylor Recreation Center Supervises children and organizes structured inside and outside events. Knowledge of arts, crafts, games, and different sports, implementing recommendations by coordinating persons and/or other resources, directing activities of others, developing plans, procedures and goals, based on experience and ability to create methods for accomplishing the goals. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred. May handle cash and close cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Counselor at Charley Taylor Recreation Center Supervises children and organizes structured inside and outside events. Knowledge of arts, crafts, games, and different sports, implementing recommendations by coordinating persons and/or other resources, directing activities of others, developing plans, procedures and goals, based on experience and ability to create methods for accomplishing the goals. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred. May handle cash and close cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Summer Camp Counselor for Dalworth Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Counselor for Dalworth Recreation Center Supervises children and organizes structured inside and outside events. Knowledge of arts, crafts, games, and different sports, implementing recommendations by coordinating persons and/or other resources, directing activities of others, developing plans, procedures and goals, based on experience and ability to create methods for accomplishing the goals. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred. May handle cash and close cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Counselor for Dalworth Recreation Center Supervises children and organizes structured inside and outside events. Knowledge of arts, crafts, games, and different sports, implementing recommendations by coordinating persons and/or other resources, directing activities of others, developing plans, procedures and goals, based on experience and ability to create methods for accomplishing the goals. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred. May handle cash and close cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Summer Camp Supervisor - Charley Taylor Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Supervisor - Charley Taylor Recreation Center Determines program content and methods used in providing service, coordinates, promotes, implements and evaluates summer camp activities and events assigned. Plans and supervises a program of arts and crafts, youth sports, and other summer camp specialties. Essential Job Functions Knowledge of recreation, cultural and social needs of the community Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation leisure time activities and programs through community participation, hazards and accepted safety precautions associated with the task, principles and techniques used in supervision and training. Standard program evaluation methods and report writing procedures. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and one year of recreation experience. An Associates degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration or a related field preferred. A valid Texas Class C drivers license required. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred and cash handling a plus. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Supervisor - Charley Taylor Recreation Center Determines program content and methods used in providing service, coordinates, promotes, implements and evaluates summer camp activities and events assigned. Plans and supervises a program of arts and crafts, youth sports, and other summer camp specialties. Essential Job Functions Knowledge of recreation, cultural and social needs of the community Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation leisure time activities and programs through community participation, hazards and accepted safety precautions associated with the task, principles and techniques used in supervision and training. Standard program evaluation methods and report writing procedures. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and one year of recreation experience. An Associates degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration or a related field preferred. A valid Texas Class C drivers license required. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred and cash handling a plus. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Summer Camp Supervisor at Dalworth Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Supervisor at Dalworth Recreation Center Determines program content and methods used in providing service, coordinates, promotes, implements and evaluates summer camp activities and events assigned. Plans and supervises a program of arts and crafts, youth sports, and other summer camp specialties. Essential Job Functions Knowledge of recreation, cultural and social needs of the community Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation leisure time activities and programs through community participation, hazards and accepted safety precautions associated with the task, principles and techniques used in supervision and training. Standard program evaluation methods and report writing procedures. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and one year of recreation experience. An Associates degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration or a related field preferred. A valid Texas Class C drivers license required. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred and cash handling a plus. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Supervisor at Dalworth Recreation Center Determines program content and methods used in providing service, coordinates, promotes, implements and evaluates summer camp activities and events assigned. Plans and supervises a program of arts and crafts, youth sports, and other summer camp specialties. Essential Job Functions Knowledge of recreation, cultural and social needs of the community Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation leisure time activities and programs through community participation, hazards and accepted safety precautions associated with the task, principles and techniques used in supervision and training. Standard program evaluation methods and report writing procedures. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and one year of recreation experience. An Associates degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration or a related field preferred. A valid Texas Class C drivers license required. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred and cash handling a plus. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
EPIC Camp Supervisor at The EPIC Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary EPIC Summer 2022 Camp Supervisor at The EPIC Recreation Center Determines program content and methods used in providing service, coordinates, promotes, implements and evaluates summer camp activities and events assigned. Plans and supervises a program of arts and crafts, youth sports, and other summer camp specialties. Essential Job Functions Knowledge of recreation, cultural and social needs of the community Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation leisure time activities and programs through community participation, hazards and accepted safety precautions associated with the task, principles and techniques used in supervision and training. Standard program evaluation methods and report writing procedures. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and one year of recreation experience. An Associates degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration or a related field preferred. A valid Texas Class C drivers license required. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred and cash handling a plus. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary EPIC Summer 2022 Camp Supervisor at The EPIC Recreation Center Determines program content and methods used in providing service, coordinates, promotes, implements and evaluates summer camp activities and events assigned. Plans and supervises a program of arts and crafts, youth sports, and other summer camp specialties. Essential Job Functions Knowledge of recreation, cultural and social needs of the community Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation leisure time activities and programs through community participation, hazards and accepted safety precautions associated with the task, principles and techniques used in supervision and training. Standard program evaluation methods and report writing procedures. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and one year of recreation experience. An Associates degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration or a related field preferred. A valid Texas Class C drivers license required. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred and cash handling a plus. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
EPIC Summer Camp Counselor for The EPIC Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary EPIC Summer 2022 Camp Counselor for The EPIC Recreation Center Supervises children and organizes structured inside and outside events. Knowledge of arts, crafts, games, and different sports, implementing recommendations by coordinating persons and/or other resources, directing activities of others, developing plans, procedures and goals, based on experience and ability to create methods for accomplishing the goals. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred. May handle cash and close cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary EPIC Summer 2022 Camp Counselor for The EPIC Recreation Center Supervises children and organizes structured inside and outside events. Knowledge of arts, crafts, games, and different sports, implementing recommendations by coordinating persons and/or other resources, directing activities of others, developing plans, procedures and goals, based on experience and ability to create methods for accomplishing the goals. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred. May handle cash and close cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
EPIC Summer Lifeguard at the EPIC Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary EPIC Summer 2022 Lifeguard at the EPIC Recreation Center The Seasonal Lifeguard will protect the lives of the City's patrons by sitting on the stand, scanning the water, observing patron's activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions, providing customer service and answering customer's questions, setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C driver's license preferred. A Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis), First Aid and CPR Certification is REQUIRED. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary EPIC Summer 2022 Lifeguard at the EPIC Recreation Center The Seasonal Lifeguard will protect the lives of the City's patrons by sitting on the stand, scanning the water, observing patron's activities and enforcing pool rules and regulations. Other duties include ensuring the sanitation of water conditions, providing customer service and answering customer's questions, setting up facilities for special events and interacting with City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Ensures the safety of the general public by enforcing pool rules and regulations; monitoring activities and providing assistance when necessary. Provides service to the general public by coaching swimming lessons; scanning the water to monitor activities; informing customers' of upcoming events and answering inquiries. Prepares facilities for special events by setting up tables and chairs and decorating. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C driver's license preferred. A Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis), First Aid and CPR Certification is REQUIRED. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Summer Camp Counselor for Tony Shotwell Life Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Counselor for Tony Shotwell Life Center Supervises children and organizes structured inside and outside events. Knowledge of arts, crafts, games, and different sports, implementing recommendations by coordinating persons and/or other resources, directing activities of others, developing plans, procedures and goals, based on experience and ability to create methods for accomplishing the goals. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred. May handle cash and close cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Counselor for Tony Shotwell Life Center Supervises children and organizes structured inside and outside events. Knowledge of arts, crafts, games, and different sports, implementing recommendations by coordinating persons and/or other resources, directing activities of others, developing plans, procedures and goals, based on experience and ability to create methods for accomplishing the goals. Minimum Qualifications A High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred. May handle cash and close cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Summer Camp Supervisor for Tony Shotwell Life Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Supervisor for Tony Shotwell Life Center Determines program content and methods used in providing service, coordinates, promotes, implements and evaluates summer camp activities and events assigned. Plans and supervises a program of arts and crafts, youth sports, and other summer camp specialties. Essential Job Functions Knowledge of recreation, cultural and social needs of the community Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation leisure time activities and programs through community participation, hazards and accepted safety precautions associated with the task, principles and techniques used in supervision and training. Standard program evaluation methods and report writing procedures. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and one year of recreation experience. An Associates degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration or a related field preferred. A valid Texas Class C drivers license required. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred and cash handling a plus. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Summer 2022 Camp Supervisor for Tony Shotwell Life Center Determines program content and methods used in providing service, coordinates, promotes, implements and evaluates summer camp activities and events assigned. Plans and supervises a program of arts and crafts, youth sports, and other summer camp specialties. Essential Job Functions Knowledge of recreation, cultural and social needs of the community Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation leisure time activities and programs through community participation, hazards and accepted safety precautions associated with the task, principles and techniques used in supervision and training. Standard program evaluation methods and report writing procedures. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and one year of recreation experience. An Associates degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration or a related field preferred. A valid Texas Class C drivers license required. Experience working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred and cash handling a plus. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Municipal Grounds Maintenance Worker Seasonal 2022
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Worker - Summer of 2022 Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Worker - Summer of 2022 Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
PARK VENUE ATHLETIC FACILITY Maintenance Worker
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Seasonal PARK VENUE ATHLETIC FACILITY Maintenance Worker - Summer of 2022 Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Seasonal PARK VENUE ATHLETIC FACILITY Maintenance Worker - Summer of 2022 Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Seasonal Maintenance Worker for Athletic Fields
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Seasonal Maintenance Worker for Athletic Facilities and Ballfields - Summer of 2022 Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Seasonal Maintenance Worker for Athletic Facilities and Ballfields - Summer of 2022 Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Seasonal Maintenance Worker for EPIC Central Park
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Seasonal Maintenance Worker for Mowing Operations
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Seasonal Maintenance Worker for Mowing Operations - Summer of 2022 Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Seasonal Maintenance Worker for Mowing Operations - Summer of 2022 Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Seasonal Park Maintenance Worker for Summer of 2022
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Performs manual and unskilled maintenance work at the City's parks. Ability to operate lawn power equipment, mowers, weed eaters, and blowers; drive small trucks and pick-up trucks; and use shovels, rakes, and hoes. Essential Job Functions Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb. bags of fertilizer. Seed and be able to lift, push and/or pull 50 lb. and 100 lb. pieces of tractor drawn equipment. Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C drivers license preferred. Additional Information Must be able to work flexible schedule, some nights and weekends & be willing to work outside in variable weather conditions. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Detention Officer
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The Detention Officer position is responsible for the care and control/security of the jail facility and its inmates. Essential Functions include performing all administrative, clerical and manual duties associated with the detention of prisoners. Applicants should be aware that detention officers routinely come into contact with resisting, uncooperative prisoners and there is a possibility of being physically assaulted. All detention officers must attend defensive tactics training which is physically demanding. Application Process: Step 1: The following pre- employment questionnaire must be completed in order for your application to be reviewed. Click here to download the questionnaire . Step 2: After completing the questionnaire, please apply for the job and while completing your application, you will have the ability to attach your questionnaire to your application. If you experience difficulty attaching to your application, you can email it to: jthompson@gptx.org Benefits of working for the City of Grand Prairie Detention Department : Great Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 2 to 1 match into Texas Municipal Retirement System Paid time off Stable work environment Tuition Reimbursement Essential Job Functions Candidate must be able to visually and through the use of remote video surveillance equipment. Monitor prisoner status and behavior. Ability to escort prisoners from one area to another. Take physical action to prevent escapes and/or assaults and subdue combative/violent prisoners is required. Ability to properly process prisoners using established book-in/release procedures is necessary. The ability to read, comprehend and write in English is a must. Candidate must be able to fingerprint, photograph, handcuff and physically search prisoners. Ability to accurately count money and inventory property is important. Candidate must be able to read, interpret and apply laws, regulations and departmental policies and procedures. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma/GED, plus one year experience working with the public is required. Or have successfully completed an internship program with the GPPD jail. EMT/paramedic experience HIGHLY preferred but not required. Must have a valid Texas class C driver's license. Typing (25 wpm) and computer skills are required. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Additional Information This position requires access to Criminal Justice Information & due to CJIS/FBI policy, applicants applying for this position must be US Citizens. Must be able to obtain state certification as a Detention Officer and an Intoxilyzer Operator within the first year of employment. Detailed Criminal Background Processing, Psychological Examination, Polygraph Examination, Drug/Alcohol Testing, and Pre-employment Physical. Candidate must possess the ability to lift or exert forces up to 100 lbs and push/pull up to 50 lbs. A general capacity to perform tasks required of detention officers. Such tasks shall be capable of being performed with reasonable accommodation, if necessary, that does not impose a business hardship and without presenting a direct threat to the safety of the applicant or others. Ability to establish, complete, and maintain prisoner's paperwork arrest report, medical history, narrative report, etc. utilizing knowledge of the various laws and departmental policies and procedures is required. May work irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidate will be required to pass pre-employment screening which includes drug screen, polygraph, psychological, and background investigation. **Candidates who do not meet these requirements or qualifications should refrain from applying for this position** Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The Detention Officer position is responsible for the care and control/security of the jail facility and its inmates. Essential Functions include performing all administrative, clerical and manual duties associated with the detention of prisoners. Applicants should be aware that detention officers routinely come into contact with resisting, uncooperative prisoners and there is a possibility of being physically assaulted. All detention officers must attend defensive tactics training which is physically demanding. Application Process: Step 1: The following pre- employment questionnaire must be completed in order for your application to be reviewed. Click here to download the questionnaire . Step 2: After completing the questionnaire, please apply for the job and while completing your application, you will have the ability to attach your questionnaire to your application. If you experience difficulty attaching to your application, you can email it to: jthompson@gptx.org Benefits of working for the City of Grand Prairie Detention Department : Great Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 2 to 1 match into Texas Municipal Retirement System Paid time off Stable work environment Tuition Reimbursement Essential Job Functions Candidate must be able to visually and through the use of remote video surveillance equipment. Monitor prisoner status and behavior. Ability to escort prisoners from one area to another. Take physical action to prevent escapes and/or assaults and subdue combative/violent prisoners is required. Ability to properly process prisoners using established book-in/release procedures is necessary. The ability to read, comprehend and write in English is a must. Candidate must be able to fingerprint, photograph, handcuff and physically search prisoners. Ability to accurately count money and inventory property is important. Candidate must be able to read, interpret and apply laws, regulations and departmental policies and procedures. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma/GED, plus one year experience working with the public is required. Or have successfully completed an internship program with the GPPD jail. EMT/paramedic experience HIGHLY preferred but not required. Must have a valid Texas class C driver's license. Typing (25 wpm) and computer skills are required. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Additional Information This position requires access to Criminal Justice Information & due to CJIS/FBI policy, applicants applying for this position must be US Citizens. Must be able to obtain state certification as a Detention Officer and an Intoxilyzer Operator within the first year of employment. Detailed Criminal Background Processing, Psychological Examination, Polygraph Examination, Drug/Alcohol Testing, and Pre-employment Physical. Candidate must possess the ability to lift or exert forces up to 100 lbs and push/pull up to 50 lbs. A general capacity to perform tasks required of detention officers. Such tasks shall be capable of being performed with reasonable accommodation, if necessary, that does not impose a business hardship and without presenting a direct threat to the safety of the applicant or others. Ability to establish, complete, and maintain prisoner's paperwork arrest report, medical history, narrative report, etc. utilizing knowledge of the various laws and departmental policies and procedures is required. May work irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidate will be required to pass pre-employment screening which includes drug screen, polygraph, psychological, and background investigation. **Candidates who do not meet these requirements or qualifications should refrain from applying for this position** Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Public Health Nurse
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the public's health by providing health services and information by creating and giving presentations about a health-related topic, conducting assessments of the general health of the community, reaching out to local healthcare providers and facilities for their cooperation with community health events, and/or creating a plan for helping members of the community gain access to healthcare. Conduct evaluations of efforts and analyze findings. Other duties include monitoring health risks, developing intervention programs, serving as an advocate for the community, designing healthcare services, and making sure the public is aware of the services available. Essential Job Functions Participates in development, evaluation, and implementation of programs and activities for the community and population groups that promote health and wellness in the community and coordinates with local resources. Assists in identifying and prioritizing health needs in the community; develops public education efforts; coordinates efforts with other agencies. Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures; reviews and oversees compliance with local, state, and federal medical standards. Provides clinical programming for vulnerable populations in the city by designing and implementing classes like Well Child, Low Birth Weight, Senior Care, and diabetes prevention/education. Evaluating health trends and risk factors of population groups and helping to determine priorities for targeted interventions. Informs and interprets state, regional, and department activities to the Director using statistical data, cost figures, and program information. Responds directly to public health crises, from outbreaks of disease to natural disasters. Assists in the development of public health policy. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Nursing. Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of nursing experience Licenses : Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Texas required. Emergency Medical Technician license preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the public's health by providing health services and information by creating and giving presentations about a health-related topic, conducting assessments of the general health of the community, reaching out to local healthcare providers and facilities for their cooperation with community health events, and/or creating a plan for helping members of the community gain access to healthcare. Conduct evaluations of efforts and analyze findings. Other duties include monitoring health risks, developing intervention programs, serving as an advocate for the community, designing healthcare services, and making sure the public is aware of the services available. Essential Job Functions Participates in development, evaluation, and implementation of programs and activities for the community and population groups that promote health and wellness in the community and coordinates with local resources. Assists in identifying and prioritizing health needs in the community; develops public education efforts; coordinates efforts with other agencies. Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures; reviews and oversees compliance with local, state, and federal medical standards. Provides clinical programming for vulnerable populations in the city by designing and implementing classes like Well Child, Low Birth Weight, Senior Care, and diabetes prevention/education. Evaluating health trends and risk factors of population groups and helping to determine priorities for targeted interventions. Informs and interprets state, regional, and department activities to the Director using statistical data, cost figures, and program information. Responds directly to public health crises, from outbreaks of disease to natural disasters. Assists in the development of public health policy. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Nursing. Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of nursing experience Licenses : Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Texas required. Emergency Medical Technician license preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
HORTICULTURIST - Arborist for the Parks, Arts and Recreation Department
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to ensure a properly maintained landscape and horticulture at Epic Central. This is accomplished by supervising park maintenance staff and contracted work crews; having a hands-on approach to maintaining a superior appearance of landscape beds, trees, turf, and ponds; and completing administrative duties. Other duties include responding to citizen inquiries and complaints; working and Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. This position has responsibilities that require exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Maintains a superior landscape appearance by performing horticultural and landscape practices including but not limited to properly trimming trees, pruning plant material when needed, implementing, and monitoring Integrated Pest Management (IPM) procedures, coordinating 2-3 color change outs in annual beds and planters, and ensuring fertilizer applications are conducted as needed. Supervises and monitors the work of the contracted work crews by ensuring that their responsibilities are met. This is accomplished by knowing the details of the contracts and meeting and coordinating with representatives of the contracted vendors. Supervises staff by assigning work duties; prioritizing work activities; observing and monitoring work tasks; conducting performance evaluations; approving leave requests; providing training as needed; conducting staff meetings; and providing advice or assistance as needed. Ensures irrigation needs are met by coordinating the adjustments of watering times with the Irrigation Supervisor and crew, monitoring that irrigation inspections are completed properly, relaying irrigation repair needs to irrigation crew or irrigation contractor, and serving as liaison between city and contractors. Occasionally repairing damaged or broken irrigation components. Ensures operations and project work are completed by coordinating and scheduling contractors/activities; monitoring field operations; inspecting work completed; ensuring equipment is inspected and maintained, meeting all safety and environmental requirements; ensuring equipment and adequate materials are supplied to crews; ensuring the safety of employees through appropriate operating procedures; investigating complaints from citizens and other customers; and providing assistance on and resolution of work problems. Completes administrative duties by requisitioning materials and supplies; preparing documentation for and monitoring the budget; assisting/developing equipment and materials specifications and bids; recording and completing service requests and work activities orders; compiling various reports for management as well as various federal and state regulating entities; responding to emails; returning phone calls; attending meetings; and ensuring the proper payment of contractors; and responding to citizen inquiries or complaints. Completes departmentally specific functions by setting up and organizing special events and working with the special events team to ensure all logistics are provided; monitoring infrastructure projects; maintaining specific operations such as parks maintenance; and providing support to all Epic Central partners. All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Education: Advanced College Hours, Technical School, or Correspondence courses, but no degree Experience: 2 - 4 years of related experience, Licenses : Valid Driver's License required Certifications Required: Reading : Intermediate - Ability to read and understand papers, articles, business memos, journals, manuals, written directions, policies, etc. Typically, this level is obtained in high school up to college. Math : Intermediate - Practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement; typically, this level is obtained in high school up to college. Writing : Intermediate -Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : The employee normally performs the duty assignment after general instructions, procedures, methods are communicated. Employee has some discretion on a limited basis when confronted with choices. Budget Responsibility : N/A Supervisory / Organizational Control : Lead worker who performs essentially the same work as those directed and oversees regular full and part time employees in work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Complexity : Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Conversation frequent and occur 21% - 50% of the time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to ensure a properly maintained landscape and horticulture at Epic Central. This is accomplished by supervising park maintenance staff and contracted work crews; having a hands-on approach to maintaining a superior appearance of landscape beds, trees, turf, and ponds; and completing administrative duties. Other duties include responding to citizen inquiries and complaints; working and Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. This position has responsibilities that require exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Maintains a superior landscape appearance by performing horticultural and landscape practices including but not limited to properly trimming trees, pruning plant material when needed, implementing, and monitoring Integrated Pest Management (IPM) procedures, coordinating 2-3 color change outs in annual beds and planters, and ensuring fertilizer applications are conducted as needed. Supervises and monitors the work of the contracted work crews by ensuring that their responsibilities are met. This is accomplished by knowing the details of the contracts and meeting and coordinating with representatives of the contracted vendors. Supervises staff by assigning work duties; prioritizing work activities; observing and monitoring work tasks; conducting performance evaluations; approving leave requests; providing training as needed; conducting staff meetings; and providing advice or assistance as needed. Ensures irrigation needs are met by coordinating the adjustments of watering times with the Irrigation Supervisor and crew, monitoring that irrigation inspections are completed properly, relaying irrigation repair needs to irrigation crew or irrigation contractor, and serving as liaison between city and contractors. Occasionally repairing damaged or broken irrigation components. Ensures operations and project work are completed by coordinating and scheduling contractors/activities; monitoring field operations; inspecting work completed; ensuring equipment is inspected and maintained, meeting all safety and environmental requirements; ensuring equipment and adequate materials are supplied to crews; ensuring the safety of employees through appropriate operating procedures; investigating complaints from citizens and other customers; and providing assistance on and resolution of work problems. Completes administrative duties by requisitioning materials and supplies; preparing documentation for and monitoring the budget; assisting/developing equipment and materials specifications and bids; recording and completing service requests and work activities orders; compiling various reports for management as well as various federal and state regulating entities; responding to emails; returning phone calls; attending meetings; and ensuring the proper payment of contractors; and responding to citizen inquiries or complaints. Completes departmentally specific functions by setting up and organizing special events and working with the special events team to ensure all logistics are provided; monitoring infrastructure projects; maintaining specific operations such as parks maintenance; and providing support to all Epic Central partners. All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Education: Advanced College Hours, Technical School, or Correspondence courses, but no degree Experience: 2 - 4 years of related experience, Licenses : Valid Driver's License required Certifications Required: Reading : Intermediate - Ability to read and understand papers, articles, business memos, journals, manuals, written directions, policies, etc. Typically, this level is obtained in high school up to college. Math : Intermediate - Practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement; typically, this level is obtained in high school up to college. Writing : Intermediate -Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : The employee normally performs the duty assignment after general instructions, procedures, methods are communicated. Employee has some discretion on a limited basis when confronted with choices. Budget Responsibility : N/A Supervisory / Organizational Control : Lead worker who performs essentially the same work as those directed and oversees regular full and part time employees in work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Complexity : Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Conversation frequent and occur 21% - 50% of the time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Irrigation Technician for Tangle Ridge Golf Course
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to provide irrigation system support to all City parks, buildings, medians, and right of ways. This is accomplished by performing irrigation repair; inspecting irrigation systems; and providing irrigation support to the golf course. Other duties include locating water lines; regulating irrigation inventory; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Performs irrigation repair by inspecting sites to locate leaks; repairing all irrigation leaks; altering existing irrigation system; programming irrigation clocks; monitoring watering programs; and troubleshooting problems on irrigation system. Inspects irrigation system by checking the irrigation controller; reprogramming the controller as necessary; monitoring all isolation valves; repairing valves as needed; maintaining irrigation heads; inspects backflows; monitoring the pump station; cleans around heads and drains. Provides irrigation support to the golf course by touring the golf course; weed eating drains; monitoring all controllers; and maintaining irrigations system and sprinkler heads Locates water lines by meeting with contractors and other departments to locate existing water lines. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Over one year up to and including two years. Preferred: Valid Class A Driver's License, Licensed Installer, and a 40-hour Backflow Prevention Service Testing License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to provide irrigation system support to all City parks, buildings, medians, and right of ways. This is accomplished by performing irrigation repair; inspecting irrigation systems; and providing irrigation support to the golf course. Other duties include locating water lines; regulating irrigation inventory; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Performs irrigation repair by inspecting sites to locate leaks; repairing all irrigation leaks; altering existing irrigation system; programming irrigation clocks; monitoring watering programs; and troubleshooting problems on irrigation system. Inspects irrigation system by checking the irrigation controller; reprogramming the controller as necessary; monitoring all isolation valves; repairing valves as needed; maintaining irrigation heads; inspects backflows; monitoring the pump station; cleans around heads and drains. Provides irrigation support to the golf course by touring the golf course; weed eating drains; monitoring all controllers; and maintaining irrigations system and sprinkler heads Locates water lines by meeting with contractors and other departments to locate existing water lines. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Over one year up to and including two years. Preferred: Valid Class A Driver's License, Licensed Installer, and a 40-hour Backflow Prevention Service Testing License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
The Epic Recreation Center - Guest Service Leader
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Lake Parks Senior Trades Technician @ Lynn Creek Park
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to safely maintain city facilities in order to ensure a safe environment. This is accomplished by performing routine and corrective maintenance duties; acting in lead role during the absence of the Foreman and completing administrative duties. Other duties include assisting with construction projects; operating and maintaining equipment and supplies; and interacting with other city employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the facilities safely by being a lead over crew performing electrical, carpentry, plumbing, grounds, and mechanical repairs, including, but not limited to: troubleshooting maintenance issues; painting interior and exterior walls, texturing and drywall repairs, ceilings and fixtures, doors and closures, windows and cabinets, locksmithing, HVAC, plumbing except those that requiring the attention of a licensed specialist. Assists with construction projects and by overseeing and assisting with the remodel of offices, restrooms, roofing, and concrete, sheetrock, painting, and plumbing; installing pole and gate barricades; inspecting sites for hazards; installing decorations. Maintains the facilities systems including, but not limited to large generator maintenance, electrical and electronic equipment including air conditioning and heating systems, repairing and replacing interior and exterior lights and parts of lighting system. Preserves condition of fountains by maintaining water chemistry, electrical motor and pump repairs. Using the pressure washer to clean, and for the removal of graffiti. Completes administrative duties by answering phone calls; completing various reports and paperwork; and writing correspondences and work orders. Operates and maintains facilities and support equipment, including but not limited to lifts, pressure washers, and powered tools. Maintains supplies by taking inventory; reviewing supply requests; allocating supplies to personnel; ordering supplies from vendors; and unloading supplies as they arrive. Provides customer service to the public and employees by providing information as requested; and ensuring the safety and security of employees and customers. Minimum Qualifications HS diploma/GED required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of tools and equipment. Four years' experience in a maintenance or renovation field. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 50% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to safely maintain city facilities in order to ensure a safe environment. This is accomplished by performing routine and corrective maintenance duties; acting in lead role during the absence of the Foreman and completing administrative duties. Other duties include assisting with construction projects; operating and maintaining equipment and supplies; and interacting with other city employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the facilities safely by being a lead over crew performing electrical, carpentry, plumbing, grounds, and mechanical repairs, including, but not limited to: troubleshooting maintenance issues; painting interior and exterior walls, texturing and drywall repairs, ceilings and fixtures, doors and closures, windows and cabinets, locksmithing, HVAC, plumbing except those that requiring the attention of a licensed specialist. Assists with construction projects and by overseeing and assisting with the remodel of offices, restrooms, roofing, and concrete, sheetrock, painting, and plumbing; installing pole and gate barricades; inspecting sites for hazards; installing decorations. Maintains the facilities systems including, but not limited to large generator maintenance, electrical and electronic equipment including air conditioning and heating systems, repairing and replacing interior and exterior lights and parts of lighting system. Preserves condition of fountains by maintaining water chemistry, electrical motor and pump repairs. Using the pressure washer to clean, and for the removal of graffiti. Completes administrative duties by answering phone calls; completing various reports and paperwork; and writing correspondences and work orders. Operates and maintains facilities and support equipment, including but not limited to lifts, pressure washers, and powered tools. Maintains supplies by taking inventory; reviewing supply requests; allocating supplies to personnel; ordering supplies from vendors; and unloading supplies as they arrive. Provides customer service to the public and employees by providing information as requested; and ensuring the safety and security of employees and customers. Minimum Qualifications HS diploma/GED required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of tools and equipment. Four years' experience in a maintenance or renovation field. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 50% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
The Epic Recreation Center - Youth Programs Leader
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Operator for The Epic Recreation Center's Courtesy Cart Service for Members and Guests
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary This position is responsible for greeting customers, shuttling customers and interacting with other City employees and citizens for The Epic. Essential Job Functions Provides customer service by greeting each customer upon arrival. Provides assistance to Manager and all assistant managers as necessary. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred, no experience required. Valid Texas Class C driver's license. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary This position is responsible for greeting customers, shuttling customers and interacting with other City employees and citizens for The Epic. Essential Job Functions Provides customer service by greeting each customer upon arrival. Provides assistance to Manager and all assistant managers as necessary. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred, no experience required. Valid Texas Class C driver's license. Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Dalworth Recreation Center - Year Round Part Time Rec Aide
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Crew Leader - Infrastructure
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise crews that are engaged in street, utility, and parks and recreation maintenance. This is accomplished by supervising personnel; monitoring project work; and completing administrative duties. Other duties include maintaining equipment. Essential Job Functions Supervises personnel by assigning work duties; observing and monitoring work tasks; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies. Monitors project work by ensuring a safe working environment for crews; planning for and securing needed materials and equipment; ensuring project is completed in a timely manner; inspecting work; and provided problem solutions as needed. Completes administrative duties by preparing daily work orders; preparing various reports; processing overtime and leave requests; completing accident forms; and monitoring equipment inventories. Maintains equipment by inspecting equipment for damage; and performing routine maintenance. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED and over four years' experience leading crews in the conduct of water and wastewater utilities repairs including experience in the operations of excavation equipment. Ability to respond to emergency on-call pager schedule. Must have TCEQ Class C Water or Unit II Wastewater Collections license, Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement. Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License; or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment. Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives limited direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise crews that are engaged in street, utility, and parks and recreation maintenance. This is accomplished by supervising personnel; monitoring project work; and completing administrative duties. Other duties include maintaining equipment. Essential Job Functions Supervises personnel by assigning work duties; observing and monitoring work tasks; providing feedback to employees; evaluating work performance; and assisting employees to correct deficiencies. Monitors project work by ensuring a safe working environment for crews; planning for and securing needed materials and equipment; ensuring project is completed in a timely manner; inspecting work; and provided problem solutions as needed. Completes administrative duties by preparing daily work orders; preparing various reports; processing overtime and leave requests; completing accident forms; and monitoring equipment inventories. Maintains equipment by inspecting equipment for damage; and performing routine maintenance. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED and over four years' experience leading crews in the conduct of water and wastewater utilities repairs including experience in the operations of excavation equipment. Ability to respond to emergency on-call pager schedule. Must have TCEQ Class C Water or Unit II Wastewater Collections license, Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement. Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License; or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment. Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives limited direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Lifeguard - The Summit Active Adult Center 55+ (20-29 hours per week)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Building Inspector
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to inspect new and existing structures for compliance with the latest adopted codes and ordinances to safeguard the public safety, health, and general welfare within the built environment. This includes but is not limited to conducting inspections in the following disciplines: Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural. This is accomplished by performing field "Site" inspections; documenting inspections; investigating compliance concerns; administers and interprets applicable sections of adopted codes and ordinances. Other duties include driving to job sites; writing field reports; and interacting and providing customer service to all affected parties including but not limited to citizens, contractors, builders, developers, owners, and other city employees. Other duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. This position has responsibilities that require lifting to 20 pounds on occasion. Work utilizing computer system to obtain requested inspections for workday to schedule, route and perform Perform site inspections for new and existing residences, commercial, multi-family projects and all associated structures as part of construction projects to ensure work done is in compliance with adopted codes and ordnances. Complete inspection results of inspections by entering inspection information into computer system; tracking inspections; writing field reports as needed. Driving to and from job sites. Administers and interprets applicable sections of the adopted codes and ordinances. Respond to concerns and inquiries from citizens, contractors, builders, engineers, and other entities on all aspects of building inspection including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, mechanical, structural and ordinances. All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Education: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Experience: Over two years up to and including four years. Licenses : Valid Class C Driver's License required Certifications Required: State Plumbing Inspectors License within one year of employment. Preference given to Candidates with applicable ICC Certifications. Reading : Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Math : Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions, and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Writing : Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : Receives limited direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically. Budget Responsibility : N/A Supervisory / Organizational Control : No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Complexity : Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives, and policies. Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Persuasion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to inspect new and existing structures for compliance with the latest adopted codes and ordinances to safeguard the public safety, health, and general welfare within the built environment. This includes but is not limited to conducting inspections in the following disciplines: Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural. This is accomplished by performing field "Site" inspections; documenting inspections; investigating compliance concerns; administers and interprets applicable sections of adopted codes and ordinances. Other duties include driving to job sites; writing field reports; and interacting and providing customer service to all affected parties including but not limited to citizens, contractors, builders, developers, owners, and other city employees. Other duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. This position has responsibilities that require lifting to 20 pounds on occasion. Work utilizing computer system to obtain requested inspections for workday to schedule, route and perform Perform site inspections for new and existing residences, commercial, multi-family projects and all associated structures as part of construction projects to ensure work done is in compliance with adopted codes and ordnances. Complete inspection results of inspections by entering inspection information into computer system; tracking inspections; writing field reports as needed. Driving to and from job sites. Administers and interprets applicable sections of the adopted codes and ordinances. Respond to concerns and inquiries from citizens, contractors, builders, engineers, and other entities on all aspects of building inspection including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, mechanical, structural and ordinances. All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Education: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Experience: Over two years up to and including four years. Licenses : Valid Class C Driver's License required Certifications Required: State Plumbing Inspectors License within one year of employment. Preference given to Candidates with applicable ICC Certifications. Reading : Intermediate - Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Math : Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions, and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Writing : Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : Receives limited direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically. Budget Responsibility : N/A Supervisory / Organizational Control : No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Complexity : Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives, and policies. Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Persuasion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Lake Parks Senior Trades Technician @ Lynn Creek Park
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to safely maintain city facilities in order to ensure a safe environment. This is accomplished by performing routine and corrective maintenance duties; acting in lead role during the absence of the Foreman and completing administrative duties. Other duties include assisting with construction projects; operating and maintaining equipment and supplies; and interacting with other city employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the facilities safely by being a lead over crew performing electrical, carpentry, plumbing, grounds, and mechanical repairs, including, but not limited to: troubleshooting maintenance issues; painting interior and exterior walls, texturing and drywall repairs, ceilings and fixtures, doors and closures, windows and cabinets, locksmithing, HVAC, plumbing except those that requiring the attention of a licensed specialist. Assists with construction projects and by overseeing and assisting with the remodel of offices, restrooms, roofing, and concrete, sheetrock, painting, and plumbing; installing pole and gate barricades; inspecting sites for hazards; installing decorations. Maintains the facilities systems including, but not limited to large generator maintenance, electrical and electronic equipment including air conditioning and heating systems, repairing and replacing interior and exterior lights and parts of lighting system. Preserves condition of fountains by maintaining water chemistry, electrical motor and pump repairs. Using the pressure washer to clean, and for the removal of graffiti. Completes administrative duties by answering phone calls; completing various reports and paperwork; and writing correspondences and work orders. Operates and maintains facilities and support equipment, including but not limited to lifts, pressure washers, and powered tools. Maintains supplies by taking inventory; reviewing supply requests; allocating supplies to personnel; ordering supplies from vendors; and unloading supplies as they arrive. Provides customer service to the public and employees by providing information as requested; and ensuring the safety and security of employees and customers. Minimum Qualifications HS diploma/GED required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of tools and equipment. Four years' experience in a maintenance or renovation field. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 50% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to safely maintain city facilities in order to ensure a safe environment. This is accomplished by performing routine and corrective maintenance duties; acting in lead role during the absence of the Foreman and completing administrative duties. Other duties include assisting with construction projects; operating and maintaining equipment and supplies; and interacting with other city employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the facilities safely by being a lead over crew performing electrical, carpentry, plumbing, grounds, and mechanical repairs, including, but not limited to: troubleshooting maintenance issues; painting interior and exterior walls, texturing and drywall repairs, ceilings and fixtures, doors and closures, windows and cabinets, locksmithing, HVAC, plumbing except those that requiring the attention of a licensed specialist. Assists with construction projects and by overseeing and assisting with the remodel of offices, restrooms, roofing, and concrete, sheetrock, painting, and plumbing; installing pole and gate barricades; inspecting sites for hazards; installing decorations. Maintains the facilities systems including, but not limited to large generator maintenance, electrical and electronic equipment including air conditioning and heating systems, repairing and replacing interior and exterior lights and parts of lighting system. Preserves condition of fountains by maintaining water chemistry, electrical motor and pump repairs. Using the pressure washer to clean, and for the removal of graffiti. Completes administrative duties by answering phone calls; completing various reports and paperwork; and writing correspondences and work orders. Operates and maintains facilities and support equipment, including but not limited to lifts, pressure washers, and powered tools. Maintains supplies by taking inventory; reviewing supply requests; allocating supplies to personnel; ordering supplies from vendors; and unloading supplies as they arrive. Provides customer service to the public and employees by providing information as requested; and ensuring the safety and security of employees and customers. Minimum Qualifications HS diploma/GED required. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of tools and equipment. Four years' experience in a maintenance or renovation field. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 50% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Senior Auditor
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist the City Manager and the City Council to implement their goals and objectives. This is accomplished by determining the efficiency and effectiveness of City operations. Other duties include reviewing internal controls and conducting compliance audits and fraud investigations. This position may also direct and conduct complex audit assignments, evaluate findings, formulates recommendations, and prepares audit reports. Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. This position has responsibilities that require lifting up to 10 pounds on occasion. Determines the efficiency and effectiveness of City operations by observing activities; interviewing employees; surveying customers; conducting analytical analysis; reviewing documentation; assisting departments to improve operations; making written recommendations for improvements to department managers and the City Manager; and comparing best practices with other cities. Reviews internal controls by interviewing employees; reviewing documentation; gathering information from other agencies; forming conclusions; and writing reports for the department and City Manager. Conducts compliance audits by reviewing current practices through interviews and reading documents; reviewing various requirements; forming conclusions; and writing reports for the department and City Manager. Conducts fraud investigations by interrogating employees; reviewing documents; coordinating activities with the Police Department if necessary; forming conclusions; and writing reports for the department and City Manager.All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Political Science, Psychology, Law, or Public Administration from an accredited college or university. Experience: Three to five years of experience. Licenses : Valid Texas Class C Driver's License required. Certifications Required: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) preferred. Reading : Advanced ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Math : Advanced ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Writing : Advanced ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : Receives Limited Direction: Within this position, the employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed. Budget Responsibility : Prepares budget documents; and does research to justify language used in documents for a unit or division of a department. May recommend budget allocations. Does research for documents, compiles data for computer entry, and/or enters or oversees data entry. (Secretary, clerks, admin. Some level of budget responsibility but only in data input.) Supervisory / Organizational Control : No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Complexity : Work is of the broadest scope dealing with highly complex concepts or issues of great importance to the City. Highly important policies, procedures, actions or precedents may be approved, rejected, or recommended to a Department Head or CMO by individuals in this classification. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Recommendations regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended. Evaluates customer satisfaction, develops cooperative associations, and utilizes resources to continuously improve customer satisfaction. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist the City Manager and the City Council to implement their goals and objectives. This is accomplished by determining the efficiency and effectiveness of City operations. Other duties include reviewing internal controls and conducting compliance audits and fraud investigations. This position may also direct and conduct complex audit assignments, evaluate findings, formulates recommendations, and prepares audit reports. Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. This position has responsibilities that require lifting up to 10 pounds on occasion. Determines the efficiency and effectiveness of City operations by observing activities; interviewing employees; surveying customers; conducting analytical analysis; reviewing documentation; assisting departments to improve operations; making written recommendations for improvements to department managers and the City Manager; and comparing best practices with other cities. Reviews internal controls by interviewing employees; reviewing documentation; gathering information from other agencies; forming conclusions; and writing reports for the department and City Manager. Conducts compliance audits by reviewing current practices through interviews and reading documents; reviewing various requirements; forming conclusions; and writing reports for the department and City Manager. Conducts fraud investigations by interrogating employees; reviewing documents; coordinating activities with the Police Department if necessary; forming conclusions; and writing reports for the department and City Manager.All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Political Science, Psychology, Law, or Public Administration from an accredited college or university. Experience: Three to five years of experience. Licenses : Valid Texas Class C Driver's License required. Certifications Required: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) preferred. Reading : Advanced ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Math : Advanced ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Writing : Advanced ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : Receives Limited Direction: Within this position, the employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed. Budget Responsibility : Prepares budget documents; and does research to justify language used in documents for a unit or division of a department. May recommend budget allocations. Does research for documents, compiles data for computer entry, and/or enters or oversees data entry. (Secretary, clerks, admin. Some level of budget responsibility but only in data input.) Supervisory / Organizational Control : No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Complexity : Work is of the broadest scope dealing with highly complex concepts or issues of great importance to the City. Highly important policies, procedures, actions or precedents may be approved, rejected, or recommended to a Department Head or CMO by individuals in this classification. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Recommendations regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended. Evaluates customer satisfaction, develops cooperative associations, and utilizes resources to continuously improve customer satisfaction. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Senior Parks Project Manager - Parks, Arts and Recreation Department
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to manage and coordinate the design and construction of park facilities. This is accomplished by reviewing and/or designing parks, recreation facilities and or landscape improvements for the park system, public right-of-ways, and community buildings; providing project management; facilitating project development; and planning for policy and management. Other duties include managing grant applications and grant administration; formulating RFPs and RFQs; negotiating and preparing agreements with consultants; in the field inspections, interpretation of plans, and interacting with other City employees, public officials and citizens. Essential Job Functions Performs construction administration by writing agreements; preparing City Council communications; conducting project meetings; preparing change orders; resolving conflicts; reviewing submittals; and performing inspections. Provides project management by overseeing projects from design through construction including payment to consultants and/or contractors; and performing contract negotiations. Facilitates project development by providing cost estimating programming; completing reconnaissance including social, financial, political, and psychographics; providing analysis/synthesis of conceptual design; performing schematic design; developing design; presenting to citizens and City Council; and reviewing construction and bid documents. Plans for policy and management by evaluating and designing park master plans; preparing or assisting in pre-paring plans and city ordinances including those for planning as well as construction specifications; managing grant applications and grant administration. Completes pre contract and pre project activities by formulating RFPs and RFQs; negotiating and preparing agreements with consultants. Ability to prepare conceptual design plans including a strong graphic ability with digital platforms to convey ideas and concepts to leadership, staff and citizens. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Parks and Recreation, Landscape Architecture or related field. At least 3 years of experience in Planning, Parks and Recreation, Landscape Architecture or Construction Management. Advanced AutoCAD skills preferred. Must be able to provide detailed work samples. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives limited direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically. Does research for documents, compiles data for computer entry, and/or enters or oversees data entry. Has responsibility for monitoring budget expenditures (typically non-discretionary expenditures) for a work unit of less than department size (programs, activities, projects or small organizational units). (Supervisors) Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees. Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives and policies. Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Recommendations regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended. Evaluates customer satisfaction, develops cooperative associations, and utilizes resources to continuously improve customer satisfaction. Knowledge in Parks Planning and Project Development and Coordination and construction methodology. Read and understand blueprints; good verbal communication skills with a wide variety of people from contractors, citizens, architects, staff, Parks Board and many others; writing contracts; skill in delivering World Class Service to customers with aggressive friendliness and enthusiasm, by anticipating what they need and want, and delivering it with care, concern and pride. Ability to manage and complete projects from inception to completion; ability to work independently and to analyze conditions in the field to make sound decisions; ability to analyze construction documents and supervise field projects; ability to assist the department in developing world class parks systems. Surveying skills a plus. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to manage and coordinate the design and construction of park facilities. This is accomplished by reviewing and/or designing parks, recreation facilities and or landscape improvements for the park system, public right-of-ways, and community buildings; providing project management; facilitating project development; and planning for policy and management. Other duties include managing grant applications and grant administration; formulating RFPs and RFQs; negotiating and preparing agreements with consultants; in the field inspections, interpretation of plans, and interacting with other City employees, public officials and citizens. Essential Job Functions Performs construction administration by writing agreements; preparing City Council communications; conducting project meetings; preparing change orders; resolving conflicts; reviewing submittals; and performing inspections. Provides project management by overseeing projects from design through construction including payment to consultants and/or contractors; and performing contract negotiations. Facilitates project development by providing cost estimating programming; completing reconnaissance including social, financial, political, and psychographics; providing analysis/synthesis of conceptual design; performing schematic design; developing design; presenting to citizens and City Council; and reviewing construction and bid documents. Plans for policy and management by evaluating and designing park master plans; preparing or assisting in pre-paring plans and city ordinances including those for planning as well as construction specifications; managing grant applications and grant administration. Completes pre contract and pre project activities by formulating RFPs and RFQs; negotiating and preparing agreements with consultants. Ability to prepare conceptual design plans including a strong graphic ability with digital platforms to convey ideas and concepts to leadership, staff and citizens. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Parks and Recreation, Landscape Architecture or related field. At least 3 years of experience in Planning, Parks and Recreation, Landscape Architecture or Construction Management. Advanced AutoCAD skills preferred. Must be able to provide detailed work samples. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives limited direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically. Does research for documents, compiles data for computer entry, and/or enters or oversees data entry. Has responsibility for monitoring budget expenditures (typically non-discretionary expenditures) for a work unit of less than department size (programs, activities, projects or small organizational units). (Supervisors) Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees. Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives and policies. Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Recommendations regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended. Evaluates customer satisfaction, develops cooperative associations, and utilizes resources to continuously improve customer satisfaction. Knowledge in Parks Planning and Project Development and Coordination and construction methodology. Read and understand blueprints; good verbal communication skills with a wide variety of people from contractors, citizens, architects, staff, Parks Board and many others; writing contracts; skill in delivering World Class Service to customers with aggressive friendliness and enthusiasm, by anticipating what they need and want, and delivering it with care, concern and pride. Ability to manage and complete projects from inception to completion; ability to work independently and to analyze conditions in the field to make sound decisions; ability to analyze construction documents and supervise field projects; ability to assist the department in developing world class parks systems. Surveying skills a plus. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Pool Manager for Summer of 2022 - Aquatics - Parks, Arts and Recreation Department
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Seasonal Pool Manager for Summer 2022 The seasonal Pool Manager supervises employees and volunteer workers in the Aquatics Division. Essential Job Functions Assists in coordinating and directing aquatic programs. Knowledge of all aspects of pool operations including personnel, water quality, safety, equipment & supplies. Maintenance and programs, and duties required to maintain a safe environment for all patrons. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C Driver's License and two years of increasingly responsible experience in the delivery of an aquatics program. A Lifeguard Certification is required. (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis...., First Aid and CPR Certification. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
Jun 04, 2022
Seasonal
Job Summary Seasonal Pool Manager for Summer 2022 The seasonal Pool Manager supervises employees and volunteer workers in the Aquatics Division. Essential Job Functions Assists in coordinating and directing aquatic programs. Knowledge of all aspects of pool operations including personnel, water quality, safety, equipment & supplies. Maintenance and programs, and duties required to maintain a safe environment for all patrons. Minimum Qualifications Requires a High School diploma or GED and a valid Texas Class C Driver's License and two years of increasingly responsible experience in the delivery of an aquatics program. A Lifeguard Certification is required. (Red Cross, YMCA, or Ellis...., First Aid and CPR Certification. Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) Certificate preferred. Closing Date/Time: 8/31/2022 5:00 PM Central
City of Grand Prairie
Sanitarian - Public Health
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The City of Grand Prairie is looking for a highly motivated professional to be part of its Public Health and Environmental Quality Department as a Public Health Specialist. The City of Grand Prairie offers great retirement and healthcare benefits. This is a GRAND opportunity to work for a secure employer. The Environmental Specialist will protect public health and the environment by ensuring compliance with federal, state and local health and environmental regulations by conducting various health/environmental inspections, including but not limited to restaurant and daycare inspections, conducting public education activities, responding to citizen complaints, conducting disease prevention activities, and conducting environmental investigations. Other duties include assisting with the administration of various programs and completing administrative duties. Working some weekends, after hours and rotating emergency response are job requirements. In addition to inspecting various establishments, the Health Specialist position is also required to perform vector control duties. This includes but is not limited to collecting samples to test for the West Nile Virus and spraying to protect against the virus. Essential Job Functions Conducts facility inspections by observing practices, processes, equipment, records, and site compliance with federal, state, and local rules. Oversees sanitary sewage cleanup and hazardous waste pickup by documenting and controlling cleanup activities; contacting the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality; submitting follow up reports; testing surface water for impact; collecting samples; picking up household hazardous waste; transporting waste to the Environmental Collection Center; transporting containers back to storage; and responding to environmental emergencies. Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Health Science, Science Education or a closely related field One (1) year experience working in an environmental health related position Applicant not already possessing a Professional Sanitarian Registration must pass the Professional Sanitarian exam issued by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or attain Sanitarian in training Registration within six (6) months of employment. Must possess a valid Class C Texas driver's license. Requires ability to obtain the following certifications within 12 months of hire date: Hazardous Materials Management Certification Certified Pool Operator's Certification Pesticide Applicator's License Work experience may be substituted with a Masters in Public Health or a Master of Science and a Professional Registered Sanitarian Certificate or eligibility for a Sanitarian in Training Certificate. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The City of Grand Prairie is looking for a highly motivated professional to be part of its Public Health and Environmental Quality Department as a Public Health Specialist. The City of Grand Prairie offers great retirement and healthcare benefits. This is a GRAND opportunity to work for a secure employer. The Environmental Specialist will protect public health and the environment by ensuring compliance with federal, state and local health and environmental regulations by conducting various health/environmental inspections, including but not limited to restaurant and daycare inspections, conducting public education activities, responding to citizen complaints, conducting disease prevention activities, and conducting environmental investigations. Other duties include assisting with the administration of various programs and completing administrative duties. Working some weekends, after hours and rotating emergency response are job requirements. In addition to inspecting various establishments, the Health Specialist position is also required to perform vector control duties. This includes but is not limited to collecting samples to test for the West Nile Virus and spraying to protect against the virus. Essential Job Functions Conducts facility inspections by observing practices, processes, equipment, records, and site compliance with federal, state, and local rules. Oversees sanitary sewage cleanup and hazardous waste pickup by documenting and controlling cleanup activities; contacting the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality; submitting follow up reports; testing surface water for impact; collecting samples; picking up household hazardous waste; transporting waste to the Environmental Collection Center; transporting containers back to storage; and responding to environmental emergencies. Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Health Science, Science Education or a closely related field One (1) year experience working in an environmental health related position Applicant not already possessing a Professional Sanitarian Registration must pass the Professional Sanitarian exam issued by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or attain Sanitarian in training Registration within six (6) months of employment. Must possess a valid Class C Texas driver's license. Requires ability to obtain the following certifications within 12 months of hire date: Hazardous Materials Management Certification Certified Pool Operator's Certification Pesticide Applicator's License Work experience may be substituted with a Masters in Public Health or a Master of Science and a Professional Registered Sanitarian Certificate or eligibility for a Sanitarian in Training Certificate. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Senior Maintenance Worker/Park Ranger for Lynn Creek at Lake Joe Pool
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the park areas for the City of Grand Prairie and provide security. This is accomplished by maintaining park cleanliness; and completing minor repairs. Other duties include assisting with special events. Essential Job Functions Maintains park cleanliness by picking up trash; mowing lawns; cleaning restrooms and other facilities and replacing reservation cards in holders. Assists with special events by making rounds of park areas; ensuring regulations are adhered to; and assisting the public as needed. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Bilingual , Customer Service & Security experience preferred Under and including one year. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the park areas for the City of Grand Prairie and provide security. This is accomplished by maintaining park cleanliness; and completing minor repairs. Other duties include assisting with special events. Essential Job Functions Maintains park cleanliness by picking up trash; mowing lawns; cleaning restrooms and other facilities and replacing reservation cards in holders. Assists with special events by making rounds of park areas; ensuring regulations are adhered to; and assisting the public as needed. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Bilingual , Customer Service & Security experience preferred Under and including one year. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Guest Services Recreation Aide - The EPIC Recreation Center
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The two-time NRPA Gold Medal Finalist Grand Prairie Parks, Arts and Recreation Department is looking for innovative and passionate recreation professionals to be valued cast members in The Epic. The Epic re-envisions leisure services in America. The incredible project, designed by Dallas-based HKS, Inc. provides 120,000 sf. of some of the most unique leisure experiences in all of America. For more information, please visit: JoinTheEpic.com The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Part Time
Job Summary The two-time NRPA Gold Medal Finalist Grand Prairie Parks, Arts and Recreation Department is looking for innovative and passionate recreation professionals to be valued cast members in The Epic. The Epic re-envisions leisure services in America. The incredible project, designed by Dallas-based HKS, Inc. provides 120,000 sf. of some of the most unique leisure experiences in all of America. For more information, please visit: JoinTheEpic.com The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include handling cash and closing the cash register; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area; cleaning the restroom and game room. Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation. Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes; and playing games with children. Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; making reservations for parties; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants and school official. Handles cash and closes cash register by accepting payments; making receipts; recording money that was received; ensuring that customers were charged properly by having knowledge of all program times and prices; counting money for the day; separating petty cash; and placing money in the safe. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. An Associate's degree or two years of college with major course work in leisure services, park administration, or a related field preferred . Recreation experience highly preferred. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and CPR/First Aide Certification Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Golf Course MAINTENANCE WORKER at Tangle Ridge GC
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. Experience: Under and including one year. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the interior and exterior of City facilities and grounds. This is accomplished by performing routine maintenance on the interior and exterior of buildings; and maintaining grounds. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the exterior of facilities by sweeping sidewalks; using the pressure washer to clean outside walls and sidewalks; remove litter, debris, and trash; mowing lawns; replacing exterior lights; and the removal of graffiti. Maintains grounds by picking up litter; cleaning and repairing restrooms; emptying trash barrels; maintaining athletic fields; mowing grass; trimming trees; planting shrubs and flowers; and maintaining turf. Minimum Qualifications Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency. Experience: Under and including one year. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives immediate direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Senior Water Utility Service Worker
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the City's utilities. This is accomplished by replacing and installing water meters for residential, commercial, apartment and industrial customers. Other duties include replacing meter boxes; repairing leaks; replacing cutoff valves and water meter registers; operating various equipment such as torches, leak detectors, pumps, metal detectors; and interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Installs and replaces water meters by digging around the existing meter box to remove it without damaging lines; inspecting for broken rim or cracks; using various tools to clear an area to install the meter box; removing any water to prepare an area for installation; verifying proper line depth and leaks; replacing dirt and following up to ensure customers are satisfied. Monitors and responds to meter leaks by using a leak detector tool; dipping or pumping the meter box; digging around and below the valves and determining the City or customer's loss. Replaces valves by removing the meter box; digging away from the valve; pulling the valve off the box; handling high pressure water valves; and determining whether or not to extend lines. Performs other tasks by operating computers; reading meters in all weather conditions and lifting heavy pumps. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Over one year up to and including two years of experience. Valid TexasClass C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the City's utilities. This is accomplished by replacing and installing water meters for residential, commercial, apartment and industrial customers. Other duties include replacing meter boxes; repairing leaks; replacing cutoff valves and water meter registers; operating various equipment such as torches, leak detectors, pumps, metal detectors; and interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Installs and replaces water meters by digging around the existing meter box to remove it without damaging lines; inspecting for broken rim or cracks; using various tools to clear an area to install the meter box; removing any water to prepare an area for installation; verifying proper line depth and leaks; replacing dirt and following up to ensure customers are satisfied. Monitors and responds to meter leaks by using a leak detector tool; dipping or pumping the meter box; digging around and below the valves and determining the City or customer's loss. Replaces valves by removing the meter box; digging away from the valve; pulling the valve off the box; handling high pressure water valves; and determining whether or not to extend lines. Performs other tasks by operating computers; reading meters in all weather conditions and lifting heavy pumps. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Over one year up to and including two years of experience. Valid TexasClass C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Receives direction: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
IT Systems or Network Administrator
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Under general direction of the IT Manager-Applications, this position is responsible for managing and maintaining business-specific applications, this includes the testing, scheduling, deployment, and support of application patches and upgrades. Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. This position has responsibilities that require lifting up to 10 pounds on occasion. Reviews business process needs and application functionality to identify features that could improve user experience or process efficiencies. Works with business stakeholders and users to identify new application requirements, sourcing of applicants to meet the requirements and managing demonstrations and vendor selection process. Works with businesses to identify reporting requirements and integrating them. Provides vendor management and support escalations and follow through on problem resolution. Assumes the role of Subject Matter Expert (SME) on a set of 3rd party applications supporting the entire lifecycle of the applications. Collects requirements and performs analysis on 3rd party solutions for internal business. Analyzes the current applications to identify features that provide opportunities for improvements. Maintains applications based on vendor direction and business needs (patch application, major upgrades including staging, pre-testing, and deployment) Works as a liaison to 3rd party application vendors support team for issue recreation, management, escalation and drive to solution. Provides customer support. Participates in the evaluation and selection process for application packages. Tracks and manages reviewing end-user requirements, security, performance and interoperability requirements. Creates statistical reports for information purposes. All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or related discipline, or the equivalent in experience. Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in Municipal government. Strong knowledge and proficiency in Tyler EnerGov. Skill in ITIL and ITSM, Application Lifecycle Management, IIS and MS SQL Server, application testing. Prefer experience with any or all of the following: Cityworks, Perceptive Content/ImageNow, GIS. Licenses : Valid Driver's License required. Certifications Required: None. Reading : Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Math : Knowledge of advanced level of math to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables; typically this level obtained in college or above. Writing : Advanced ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance is reviewed periodically. Budget Responsibility : None. Supervisory / Organizational Control : Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Complexity : Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives and policies. Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 02, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary Under general direction of the IT Manager-Applications, this position is responsible for managing and maintaining business-specific applications, this includes the testing, scheduling, deployment, and support of application patches and upgrades. Essential Job Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. This position has responsibilities that require lifting up to 10 pounds on occasion. Reviews business process needs and application functionality to identify features that could improve user experience or process efficiencies. Works with business stakeholders and users to identify new application requirements, sourcing of applicants to meet the requirements and managing demonstrations and vendor selection process. Works with businesses to identify reporting requirements and integrating them. Provides vendor management and support escalations and follow through on problem resolution. Assumes the role of Subject Matter Expert (SME) on a set of 3rd party applications supporting the entire lifecycle of the applications. Collects requirements and performs analysis on 3rd party solutions for internal business. Analyzes the current applications to identify features that provide opportunities for improvements. Maintains applications based on vendor direction and business needs (patch application, major upgrades including staging, pre-testing, and deployment) Works as a liaison to 3rd party application vendors support team for issue recreation, management, escalation and drive to solution. Provides customer support. Participates in the evaluation and selection process for application packages. Tracks and manages reviewing end-user requirements, security, performance and interoperability requirements. Creates statistical reports for information purposes. All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or related discipline, or the equivalent in experience. Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in Municipal government. Strong knowledge and proficiency in Tyler EnerGov. Skill in ITIL and ITSM, Application Lifecycle Management, IIS and MS SQL Server, application testing. Prefer experience with any or all of the following: Cityworks, Perceptive Content/ImageNow, GIS. Licenses : Valid Driver's License required. Certifications Required: None. Reading : Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Math : Knowledge of advanced level of math to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables; typically this level obtained in college or above. Writing : Advanced ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial : The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance is reviewed periodically. Budget Responsibility : None. Supervisory / Organizational Control : Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Complexity : Work is governed by broad instructions, objectives and policies. Requires the exercise of considerable initiative and independent analytical and evaluative judgment. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills : Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Code Compliance Officer - Apprentice /Code Compliance Officer / Senior Code Compliance Officer
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Are you are starting out with an interest in Code Enforcement and looking for a place to grow your career? Or maybe you are experienced in Code Enforcement and looking to continue growing your knowledge? Either way, the City of Grand Prairie's Code Enforcement division may be the right place for you! The City's Code Enforcement positions are comprised of a career ladder ranging from Apprentice/ Public Safety Officer positions to Senior Code Enforcement levels which allow for growth at all levels. And of course, City benefits are great! Take a look at our positions below for more information. Essential Job Functions Patrolling the City for code violations relevant to the division assigned. Reviewing and responding to complaints received. Scheduling and conducting inspections, walk-throughs, or tours of locations, sites, building or property as appropriate. Noting violations of code and issuing citations. Compiling inspection reports and notifying chain of command, owners, and others as appropriate. Completing administrative duties such as answering calls, providing information to the public and other departments as requested, compiling data/reports, completing relevant documents/forms; and maintaining records. May participate in implementation and maintenance of programs, incentives, or community education relevant to the division and role May report information to any Board, City Council, Departmental or other such organizations relevant to the division and public for the position assigned May supervise personnel functioning as a lead worker to assist in training, providing guidance, instruction, and feedback. All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Preferred Education, Experience, and Certifications: Public Safety Officer/ Apprentice: Pay Range: $16.19-$24.73 per hour Education: High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent. Experience : One year experience in related position. Licenses : Valid Texas class C driver's license. Code Enforcement Officer: Pay Range: $19.08-$29.15 per hour Education: High School /GED required + at least 6 months of technical training, advanced study, or college level courses beyond high school. Experience: Two (2) years of related experience. Licenses: Valid Texas Class C driver's license and able to obtain a Code Enforcement Officer License. Senior Code Enforcement Officer: Pay Range $20.80-$31.77 per hour Education: High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent Experience: Four (4) years of related experience Licenses: Valid Texas Class C driver's license. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 27, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary Are you are starting out with an interest in Code Enforcement and looking for a place to grow your career? Or maybe you are experienced in Code Enforcement and looking to continue growing your knowledge? Either way, the City of Grand Prairie's Code Enforcement division may be the right place for you! The City's Code Enforcement positions are comprised of a career ladder ranging from Apprentice/ Public Safety Officer positions to Senior Code Enforcement levels which allow for growth at all levels. And of course, City benefits are great! Take a look at our positions below for more information. Essential Job Functions Patrolling the City for code violations relevant to the division assigned. Reviewing and responding to complaints received. Scheduling and conducting inspections, walk-throughs, or tours of locations, sites, building or property as appropriate. Noting violations of code and issuing citations. Compiling inspection reports and notifying chain of command, owners, and others as appropriate. Completing administrative duties such as answering calls, providing information to the public and other departments as requested, compiling data/reports, completing relevant documents/forms; and maintaining records. May participate in implementation and maintenance of programs, incentives, or community education relevant to the division and role May report information to any Board, City Council, Departmental or other such organizations relevant to the division and public for the position assigned May supervise personnel functioning as a lead worker to assist in training, providing guidance, instruction, and feedback. All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division. Minimum Qualifications Preferred Education, Experience, and Certifications: Public Safety Officer/ Apprentice: Pay Range: $16.19-$24.73 per hour Education: High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent. Experience : One year experience in related position. Licenses : Valid Texas class C driver's license. Code Enforcement Officer: Pay Range: $19.08-$29.15 per hour Education: High School /GED required + at least 6 months of technical training, advanced study, or college level courses beyond high school. Experience: Two (2) years of related experience. Licenses: Valid Texas Class C driver's license and able to obtain a Code Enforcement Officer License. Senior Code Enforcement Officer: Pay Range $20.80-$31.77 per hour Education: High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent Experience: Four (4) years of related experience Licenses: Valid Texas Class C driver's license. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Marketing Intern - Public Health and Environmental Quality
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The City of Grand Prairie Public Health and Environmental Quality Division seeks an intern to assist with communication duties and event planning. Position will be working a minimum of 20 hours per week. Some evenings and weekends are required. Essential Job Functions Assist in the creation of signage, mock-ups, email campaigns, and digital content Work with Word, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and website editing software on a PC Develop new social media campaigns, considering current and planned promotional activities Assist in the planning and hosting of community events Other marketing related projects as assigned Minimum Qualifications College student or recent graduate with a major or intent to major in Communications, Marketing or similar field. Prefer some college classes in Public Relations, Event Management, Graphic Design, Marketing or Advertising. Position will be working a minimum of 20 hours per week. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 26, 2022
Intern
Job Summary The City of Grand Prairie Public Health and Environmental Quality Division seeks an intern to assist with communication duties and event planning. Position will be working a minimum of 20 hours per week. Some evenings and weekends are required. Essential Job Functions Assist in the creation of signage, mock-ups, email campaigns, and digital content Work with Word, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and website editing software on a PC Develop new social media campaigns, considering current and planned promotional activities Assist in the planning and hosting of community events Other marketing related projects as assigned Minimum Qualifications College student or recent graduate with a major or intent to major in Communications, Marketing or similar field. Prefer some college classes in Public Relations, Event Management, Graphic Design, Marketing or Advertising. Position will be working a minimum of 20 hours per week. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Heavy Equipment Operator - Concrete
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Operate heavy equipment for a variety of construction and maintenance operations within the City by using equipment such as: backhoes, rollers, graders, and front-end loaders to complete construction projects and assisting with street operations. Other duties include performing preventative maintenance, providing traffic control, and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Performs heavy equipment operation in order to maintain landfill by using equipment to push trash; maintaining the appropriate grade and compaction levels; hauling dirt; loading truck with excavator; driving truck to work site; combining trash and dirt in order to grade; and managing site. Assists with landfill operations by screening waste that may be hazardous; providing facility maintenance; excavating loads of metal for recycling; moving wood chips, recycled dirt, and concrete; maintaining stock piles; pushing brush, wood, concrete, and dirt with bull dozer. Provides traffic control by directing traffic at work site; and communicating safety rules to customers. Performs preventative maintenance by greasing equipment; cleaning filters; checking all fluids; inspecting undercarriage; tracking inspections; and cleaning tracks. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Over two years up to and including four years experience with heavy equipment. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 26, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary Operate heavy equipment for a variety of construction and maintenance operations within the City by using equipment such as: backhoes, rollers, graders, and front-end loaders to complete construction projects and assisting with street operations. Other duties include performing preventative maintenance, providing traffic control, and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Performs heavy equipment operation in order to maintain landfill by using equipment to push trash; maintaining the appropriate grade and compaction levels; hauling dirt; loading truck with excavator; driving truck to work site; combining trash and dirt in order to grade; and managing site. Assists with landfill operations by screening waste that may be hazardous; providing facility maintenance; excavating loads of metal for recycling; moving wood chips, recycled dirt, and concrete; maintaining stock piles; pushing brush, wood, concrete, and dirt with bull dozer. Provides traffic control by directing traffic at work site; and communicating safety rules to customers. Performs preventative maintenance by greasing equipment; cleaning filters; checking all fluids; inspecting undercarriage; tracking inspections; and cleaning tracks. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. Over two years up to and including four years experience with heavy equipment. Valid Class A CDL Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Park Ranger for Loyd Park on Lake Joe Pool
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the park areas for the City of Grand Prairie and provide security. This is accomplished by maintaining park cleanliness; and completing minor repairs. Other duties include assisting with special events. Essential Job Functions Maintains park cleanliness by picking up trash; mowing lawns; cleaning restrooms and other facilities and replacing reservation cards in holders. Assists with special events by making rounds of park areas; ensuring regulations are adhered to; and assisting the public as needed. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Bilingual , Customer Service & Security experience preferred Under and including one year. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 24, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the park areas for the City of Grand Prairie and provide security. This is accomplished by maintaining park cleanliness; and completing minor repairs. Other duties include assisting with special events. Essential Job Functions Maintains park cleanliness by picking up trash; mowing lawns; cleaning restrooms and other facilities and replacing reservation cards in holders. Assists with special events by making rounds of park areas; ensuring regulations are adhered to; and assisting the public as needed. Minimum Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Bilingual , Customer Service & Security experience preferred Under and including one year. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Frequent: From 21% to 50% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Special Events - Recreation Specialist - EpicCentral (Grand Lawn)
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist in the operation of special events at the EpicCentral - Grand Lawn. This is accomplished by developing and implementing specialized activities and events; performing a variety of office-related functions, registration fees, activity reports and related records and organizing and scheduling activities and events in assigned areas of responsibility. Other duties include working with the Marketing Team to create event publicity through flyers and news releases; assisting in setting up and tearing down events; implementing events and interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes and implements events, programs and activities by creating event concepts, budgeting, securing sponsorships, coordinating logistics, coordinating event marketing with the marketing team, recruit volunteers and prepare event reports and evaluating event effectiveness. Assists in supervision of events by maintaining a safe environment for the public; supervising volunteers and communicating with event participants and vendors. Performs office duties by maintaining event reports; developing logistics lists and event layouts, profit and loss reports; scheduling volunteers; assisting in overseeing rental reservation scheduling; inputting data into the computer; stuffing and preparing envelopes for mailing and filing. Promotes public relations by speaking to schools, groups, organizations, parents and participants about programs and the needs of the community. Minimum Qualifications Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. One year of related experience CPR - First Aid, Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 19, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to assist in the operation of special events at the EpicCentral - Grand Lawn. This is accomplished by developing and implementing specialized activities and events; performing a variety of office-related functions, registration fees, activity reports and related records and organizing and scheduling activities and events in assigned areas of responsibility. Other duties include working with the Marketing Team to create event publicity through flyers and news releases; assisting in setting up and tearing down events; implementing events and interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes and implements events, programs and activities by creating event concepts, budgeting, securing sponsorships, coordinating logistics, coordinating event marketing with the marketing team, recruit volunteers and prepare event reports and evaluating event effectiveness. Assists in supervision of events by maintaining a safe environment for the public; supervising volunteers and communicating with event participants and vendors. Performs office duties by maintaining event reports; developing logistics lists and event layouts, profit and loss reports; scheduling volunteers; assisting in overseeing rental reservation scheduling; inputting data into the computer; stuffing and preparing envelopes for mailing and filing. Promotes public relations by speaking to schools, groups, organizations, parents and participants about programs and the needs of the community. Minimum Qualifications Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. One year of related experience CPR - First Aid, Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers or temporary employees. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Facilites Trades Technician
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the city facilities. This is accomplished by performing routine and corrective maintenance on the buildings and security systems. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the facilities by performing maintenance and repair of all electrical and mechanical systems, including, but not limited to: painting walls, texturing and drywall repairs, ceilings and fixtures, doors and closures, locksmithing, HVAC, plumbing, except those requiring the attention of a licensed specialist. Assists with construction projects: remodel of offices,restrooms, roofing, and concrete, sheetrock, painting, and plumbing; installingpole and gate barricades; inspecting sites for hazards; installing decorations. Maintains the facilities systems including, but not limited to large generator maintenance, electrical and electronic equipment including air conditioning and heating systems, repairing and replacing interior and exterior lights. Preserves condition of fountains by maintaining water chemistry, electrical motor and pump repairs. Using the pressure washer to clean, and for the removal of graffiti. Creates and updates reports and documents services performed. Provides customer service to the public and employees by providing information as requested; and ensuring the safety and security of customers. Minimum Qualifications Level of knowledge equivalent to HS diploma/GED. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of tools and equipment. Supplemented by specialized training in HVAC, plumbing, electrical technology, construction or a related field. Two years' experience in a related field. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 13, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to maintain the city facilities. This is accomplished by performing routine and corrective maintenance on the buildings and security systems. Other duties include assisting other divisions as needed; and interacting with other City employees and citizens. Essential Job Functions Maintains the facilities by performing maintenance and repair of all electrical and mechanical systems, including, but not limited to: painting walls, texturing and drywall repairs, ceilings and fixtures, doors and closures, locksmithing, HVAC, plumbing, except those requiring the attention of a licensed specialist. Assists with construction projects: remodel of offices,restrooms, roofing, and concrete, sheetrock, painting, and plumbing; installingpole and gate barricades; inspecting sites for hazards; installing decorations. Maintains the facilities systems including, but not limited to large generator maintenance, electrical and electronic equipment including air conditioning and heating systems, repairing and replacing interior and exterior lights. Preserves condition of fountains by maintaining water chemistry, electrical motor and pump repairs. Using the pressure washer to clean, and for the removal of graffiti. Creates and updates reports and documents services performed. Provides customer service to the public and employees by providing information as requested; and ensuring the safety and security of customers. Minimum Qualifications Level of knowledge equivalent to HS diploma/GED. Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of tools and equipment. Supplemented by specialized training in HVAC, plumbing, electrical technology, construction or a related field. Two years' experience in a related field. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Grand Prairie
Bus Operator - Transit
City of Grand Prairie, TX Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to provide transportation assistance to the City's employees and the general public. This is accomplished by providing door-to-door service to senior citizens and persons with physical or mental disabilities for work, school, medical, and other essential services. Other duties include operating the city transit; providing for the safe, efficient timely transportation of persons and interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides transportation assistance to the City by driving a city/transit vehicle to necessary locations; operating a two-way radio; assisting persons in wheel chairs and ambulatory aids and completing necessary paperwork. Provides customer service to the public by assisting with the elderly and disabled citizens; and providing information and directions as needed. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent and 1+ years of experience, preferably in a similar driving position. Five (5) or more years of experience in Para-transit driving preferred . Valid Class B Driver's License with a minimum CDL with passenger endorsement is required. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 12, 2022
Full Time
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to provide transportation assistance to the City's employees and the general public. This is accomplished by providing door-to-door service to senior citizens and persons with physical or mental disabilities for work, school, medical, and other essential services. Other duties include operating the city transit; providing for the safe, efficient timely transportation of persons and interacting with other City employees and the general public. Essential Job Functions Provides transportation assistance to the City by driving a city/transit vehicle to necessary locations; operating a two-way radio; assisting persons in wheel chairs and ambulatory aids and completing necessary paperwork. Provides customer service to the public by assisting with the elderly and disabled citizens; and providing information and directions as needed. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent and 1+ years of experience, preferably in a similar driving position. Five (5) or more years of experience in Para-transit driving preferred . Valid Class B Driver's License with a minimum CDL with passenger endorsement is required. Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion. No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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