Discussion and Consideration of Adding a Parks & Grounds Specialist to the Wage Study Scale, Approve the New Job Description and Approve the Memorandum of Understanding updating the Wage Scale – Motion to Approve

City of Tiffin, Iowa Parks and Grounds Specialist Page 3 6. Must be available 24 hrs. Per day, 7 days per week for snow removal duties unless time off has been arranged in advance. 7. Perform other duties as apparent or assigned and assist other departments as directed. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS Required Physical Activities: Carrying, Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Fingering, Talking, Hearing. Physical Characteristics of the Job: Heavy work requiring exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and exertion of up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Environmental Conditions: The work is performed primarily outside and includes seasonal exposure to cold, heat, wind, rain, snow, sleet, and other weather conditions. The worker is also exposed to awkward or confining workspace, darkness or poor lighting, dirt/dust, fumes/odors, moving machinery, noise, vibration, visual strain, wetness/humidity, working on uneven ground, mechanical hazards, chemical hazards, and traffic hazards. In addition, the work may expose the employee to unpleasant social situations, significant work pace pressure and irregular work hours. EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS USED: Truck and attachments, tractor and attachments, loaders and backhoes, mowers and attachments, trimmers, street sweeper, air compressor, snow plows, electrical welding equipment, combustible gas welding equipment, skid loaders, snow blowers, pumps, drills, saws, grinders, ladders, generators, chains, extension cords, measuring equipment, jackhammer, sledgehammer, pick- axe, winch, hoses, oil, forklift, concrete and asphalt tools, hydraulic tools, traffic control equipment, calculator, telephone, mobile telephone, SDS information, OSHA regulations, and other equipment as required. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: This position involves a 6-month probationary period. An evaluation of the employees’ performance will be conducted at the end of the probationary period. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Certifications & Experience Ability to follow one or two-step verbal or demonstrated instructions. Ability to perform simple addition and subtraction, copy figures, count, and record numbers. Ability to read and write identifying information, request supplies verbally or in writing. Ability to operate, or learn how to operate, light-to-heavy duty construction equipment in a safe and competent manner. Basic skills in equipment maintenance. Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time often in inclement weather. Ability to use a cellular telephone and a telephone. Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations involved in equipment operation. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with the operation of tools and equipment. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and the public.