The Parks Maintenance Worker is generally responsible for the maintenance and improvement of city parks and green spaces. Working on a team of six full-time maintenance workers and equipment operators under the supervision of the Park Superintendent, this position focuses on turf, forestry and landscape maintenance; special event support; facilities maintenance; and snow and ice removal. This position primarily operates pickups and trailers; zero-turn radius mowers; small dump trucks; and various hand and power tools.
Required: 18 Years or Older with a High School Diploma or G.E.D., a valid driver’s license and a pre-employment drug and physical screening and the ability to work Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. including possible overtime for callouts, snow removal and special event support.
Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have the ability to obtain a Class B commercial driver’s license within 90 days of employment. Training, equipment and testing expenses are provided. 1+ years of experience working in an outdoor or construction setting and/or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurances; short-term disability; life insurance; health savings account with employer contributions and wellness program; supplemental insurances available; retirement plan; discounted YMCA membership rates; and employee assistance program.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
EOE/AA
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $17.75 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
