Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.85
Benefits
Part-time employment
flexible schedule
Paid training
Equipment provided
opportunity to work outdoors
Community impact
Skill development
Job Description
The City Public Lands Department is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the natural beauty and functionality of city-owned parks, trails, cemeteries, open spaces, and recreational facilities. They play a vital role in providing safe, clean, and well-maintained outdoor spaces for residents and visitors alike to enjoy various recreational and community activities. The department is focused on sustainable practices in landscaping and grounds maintenance, promoting environmental stewardship along with community well-being. Their team of dedicated professionals ensures that all outdoor public spaces remain inviting, functional, and aesthetically pleasing throughout the year.
The part-time Parks Maintenance Technician position is a ke... Show More
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Job Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Ability to get to various parks and public lands facility
- Valid driver’s license or driving privilege card
- Ability to perform moderately heavy physical activity including lifting up to 50lbs and occasionally up to 80lbs
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Job Qualifications
- Experience in maintenance and landscaping
- Experience working for a city municipal park
- Experience operating light or heavy-duty equipment
- Ability to get to various parks and public lands facilities
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Valid driver’s license or driving privilege card
Job Duties
- Performs a variety of duties required to maintain City-owned grounds, parks, trails, cemeteries, open spaces, and recreation facilities, including mowing, aerating, and weeding turf
- cleaning restrooms
- picking up trash
- raking leaves
- clearing sidewalks
- and removing debris
- Assists with park-related projects such as laying sod, re-seeding, and planting of flowers and trees and inspecting and adjusting sprinkler systems
- Operates various types of handheld and light mechanical equipment including mowers, sweepers, blowers, and other grounds maintenance equipment
- May operate heavy landscaping equipment (not requiring a Commercial Drivers License)
- Operates various types of vehicles, equipment and irrigation systems necessary to successfully complete assigned tasks
- Responsible for the preventive maintenance, minor repairs and adjustment of equipment to ensure the proper operation and safe efficient use
- Assist in the proper mixing and application of fertilizers, herbicides and other chemicals used in the care and maintenance of turf and landscaped areas
- Assist in the preparation of ball fields, parks and picnic areas when areas are specifically reserved by the public
- Inspects and cleans areas where unauthorized camping has occurred to make presentable for all to use
- May work with County Health Department and other City staff to clear areas occupied by persons experiencing homelessness
- Perform related duties as assigned
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Entry Level (1-2 years)
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