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Job Description
An island community rich in history and opportunity, Galveston is the ideal place to live, work and raise a family!
Job Description
Job Summary: Responsible for the overall appearance of the park, which includes the maintenance of all buildings, grounds, and guest facilities. This person will be responsible for routine maintenance as well, which includes basic mechanical, electrical and plumbing skills.
Minimal Qualifications:- Fluent in English both verbally and in writing
- Ability to communicate effectively with the public, using tact and professionalism
- Basic mechanical skills and troubleshooting
- Basic computer and data entry skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to operate a passenger vehicle, golf cart and all-terrain vehicle
- Ability to operate a vehicle with a trailer in tow
- Ability to operate hand tools and basic power tools
- Ability to operate heavy machinery
- Must be able to work with minimal supervision
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Desired Qualifications:- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bilingual; Spanish speaker
Required current certifications, licenses, and trainings:- Valid Class C Driver’s License
- Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA) certification or ability to become certified
- CTA training provided by the Galveston Island Park Board of Trustees upon hire
Work Schedule:- Must be available to work all shifts as assigned, and as needed to meet operational goals
- Shifts and days worked vary according to operational needs and weather conditions
- Must be available to work all holidays, weekends, and special events
- Punctual, in-person attendance is required for this position
Essential Job Tasks:- Promote good public relations through friendly, helpful, accurate communication with park visitors
- Accurately complete daily reports and forms
- Maintain a neat and orderly work area
- Routine cleaning of workspace, tools, and equipment
- Cleaning of restrooms and common areas for guests
- Maintain trash for the park, and take garbage bags to dumpster
- Maintain cleaning supply inventory, notifying manager if supplies are low
- Perform basic maintenance to include mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work
- Perform Park walkthrough, monitoring for safety and maintenance needs, reporting them to the Park Manager
- Resolve Park visitor concerns when possible, and refer escalated issues to the on-duty manager as necessary
- Work effectively with other employees and park visitors, assisting in any other job tasks associated with the successful operations of the park
- Perform Park maintenance at other parks as needed to meet operational goals
- Assist with special projects for all parks
Other Duties:- All other duties as assigned to meet operational needs
Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.- Must be able to work in an indoor and outdoor environment for duration of shift
- Must be able to physically perform all job requirements which include squatting, crouching, reaching, bending, twisting at the waist, sitting, standing, and operating an automatic full-size vehicle, ATV, basic cleaning tools, hand tools, power tools, heavy machinery, phone, and computer
- Office space is in an elevated building, and employee may be required to ascend and descend stairs or ramp to reach workspace
- Some job duties may require the use of a ladder or scaffolding, which requires climbing, descending, and working from heights
- Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted. and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds assisted
- Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
- Must be able to read, write and comprehend both written and oral communications, as well as respond in written and oral communication.
- The ability to travel in and out of local area by personal or company vehicle
- Must be able to walk or stand for long periods and as required for events
- Responsible for following all public health safety measures designed for their personal safety and the safety of coworkers and guests
This job description describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Compensation Range
The City of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and will consider only the qualifications of the applicants. The City does not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or physical/mental disability in employment or provision services. -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Galveston
Show moreImagine yourself as an Islander living in an elegant Victorian home or on a shady, oak-lined street on the Island’s east end, or in a home overlooking the sparkling Gulf of Mexico on the west end. There is a variety of rental property to choose from throughout the Island, from Galveston has the amenities of a larger city, but with tight-knit small town friendliness.
Its ethnically diverse citizens have worked together to make their city better since the early days of its founding in 1836. When faced with adversity, Galvestonians unite to solve whatever obstacles may arise. Non-profit organizations and community groups offer a variety of volunteer opportunities regardless of your interests or desired area of service.
The Island has a multifaceted economic base with expanding job markets in tourism, the medical field, marine-related fields, as well as other areas. Education, banking, insurance and marine industries also are job fields that contribute to the strong, diverse economy. Island life is enhanced by the absence of drive-time traffic reports on the radio and heavy traffic delays. The major thoroughfares are rarely heavily congested, even during peak times. And it takes no more than 15-20 minutes to get anywhere you want to go on the Island.
All this time saved driving to work and running errands can be spent enjoying Island life.
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