Parks Custodian

Department: Parks & Recreation

Reports To: Parks & Facilities Superintendent

Location: City-Wide Parks

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Classification: B21

SUMMARY

The Parks Custodian is responsible for performing custodial services, grounds maintenance, and general upkeep of City parks and recreational areas. Primary responsibilities include maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of park restrooms, pavilions, and amenities, as well as providing routine landscaping and groundskeeping support.

This position works alongside Parks Crew Members to maintain safe, clean, functional, and attractive public spaces. The employee may also assist with custodial services and operational support at the Angleton Recreation Center and other City-owned facilities as needed.

** This position is safety-sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements below describe the general nature and level of work the individual(s) assigned to this position perform. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. The city may change the position description as the needs and requirements of the position change.

• Establish and maintain a routine cleaning schedule for City parks, restrooms, pavilions, and other park amenities.
• Clean and sanitize public restrooms, including toilets, sinks, floors, fixtures, and other surfaces.
• Inspect and restock restroom supplies, including toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and other necessary products.
• Sweep, mop, pressure wash, and clean park facilities, furnishings, and equipment as needed.
• Collect and properly dispose of trash, litter, and recyclable materials throughout City parks and recreational areas.
• Clean and prepare pavilions and park rental facilities before and after scheduled reservations and events.
• Maintain cleanliness of picnic areas, playground surroundings, sidewalks, trails, and other public-use areas.
• Identify and report vandalism, damaged amenities, safety hazards, and facility concerns to supervisory personnel.
• Maintain custodial supplies and ensure proper storage and handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Perform minor landscaping activities, including pulling weeds, removing debris, and general upkeep of landscaped areas.
• Assist with watering, mulching, and seasonal planting activities as assigned.
• Remove leaves, branches, and other debris from landscaped areas, sidewalks, trails, and park grounds.
• Assist Parks Crew Members with general park beautification and cleanup activities.
• Support cleanliness and appearance of flower beds, landscaped areas, and park amenities.
• Assist with setup, breakdown, and cleanup of City-sponsored events, recreational programs, and park rentals.
• Assist with custodial services and operational support at the Angleton Recreation Center and other City-owned facilities as needed.
• Move, transport, load, unload, and organize custodial supplies, inventory, furniture, and park equipment weighing up to 50 pounds as needed for daily operations, facility rentals, and special events.
• Follow established safety procedures and use personal protective equipment properly.
• Read and follow Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and manufacturer instructions for cleaning products and equipment.
• Report accidents, incidents, unsafe conditions, and equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Provide quality customer service and interact professionally with park visitors, coworkers, and City personnel.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements below represent knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• At least one year’s experience in janitorial/custodial work is preferred.

Special Certificates, Licenses, and Designations

• Texas Class “C" Driver's License in good standing
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR Certification within 6 months of hire date.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Working knowledge of custodial procedures, sanitation practices, cleaning chemicals, and equipment.
• Ability to safely operate custodial equipment, hand tools, utility vehicles, and other assigned equipment.
• Ability to read and understand SDS (Safety Data Sheets), container labels, street signs, and daily work schedules.
• Working knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance, including vacuum cleaners, buffers, ladders, mop and bucket, brooms, handcarts, and cleaning supplies.
• Ability to organize daily responsibilities and complete assigned work in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of the Parks Division.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Frequent

Standing and walking for extended periods of time

Bending, stooping, crouching, and kneeling; twisting

Reaching and overhead reaching

Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods. Use of hands and digits to grasp and manipulate objects. Pushing, pulling, squeezing, and grasping
Lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Operating custodial equipment, hand tools, and utility vehicles.
Communicating face-to-face, over the telephone, and by radio.

Occasionally

Lifting, carrying, loading, unloading, and moving inventory, supplies, furniture, and park equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Working in confined or restricted spaces.
Performing physically demanding cleanup activities following special events or severe weather.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here represent those encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The employee performs work primarily outdoors in City parks and recreational areas, with regular duties inside park restrooms, pavilions, and other public facilities.

Work may involve exposure to extreme heat, cold, rain, humidity, dust, cleaning chemicals, biological contaminants, and varying weather conditions.

The employee may occasionally work near moving equipment or machinery and may be exposed to moderate to high noise levels.

Work schedules may include occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and adjusted hours to support City operations, special events, and emergency situations.

***This position is essential and required to respond during an emergency.

The City of Angleton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.