Top 39 Parks recreation Jobs in Saint Paul Mn

Equipment Operator
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board —Minneapolis, MN
- $31.95 - $39.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CDL B
- Background check
- Customer service
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
12d
Recreation Program Supervisor - Emphasis Community Events, Arts, and Adult Programs
City of Roseville, MN —Roseville, MN
- $39.44 - $48.48 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
10d
Facility and Customer Care Specialist (FT)
City of Brooklyn Park —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $33.76 - $43.37 an hour
- Seasonal
- Background check
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
5d
Guest Services/Memberships
City of Shoreview, MN —Shoreview, MN
- $15.25 - $18.50 an hour
- Evenings as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
- Free parking
9d
Recreation Specialist - Teen Programs (Zanewood Recreation Center)
City of Brooklyn Park —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $15.85 - $24.60 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- Spanish
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Police Cadet
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board —Minneapolis, MN
- $30.81 - $40.22 an hour
- Online Application
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Transportation Engineer - Urban Mobility
Stantec —Minneapolis, MN
- $90,900 - $131,800 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
2d
Facility Coordinator
Three Rivers Park District —Bloomington, MN
- $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Business Administration
3d
Recreation Specialist - Arts & Engagement (Zanewood Recreation Center)
City of Brooklyn Park —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $15.85 - $24.60 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- Spanish
- High school
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
State Program Administrator Senior- Parks and Trails Development Specialist
State of Minnesota - Natural Resources Dept —Saint Paul, MN
- $28.75 - $42.16 an hour
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Word processing
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
5d
Water Resources Technician
Stantec —Minneapolis, MN
- $40,200 - $54,300 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Office
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
Childcare Specialist, Part-Time
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board —Minneapolis, MN
- $27.26 - $33.49 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Retirement plan
11d
Skating Lessons Aide
City of Brooklyn Park —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $14.20 - $16.39 an hour
- Temporary
- Continuous improvement
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Maintenance Worker - Building - Recreation & Parks
City of Brooklyn Park —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $15.36 - $22.17 an hour
- Temporary
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Adaptive Recreation and Inclusion Specialist
Reach for Resources, Inc. —Minneapolis, MN
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
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Assistant Planner
MSA Professional Services, Inc. —Saint Paul, MN
- $61,289 - $98,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
5d
Seasonal - Skate Guard
City of Roseville, MN —Roseville, MN
- $13.79 - $16.18 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Serving
- Writing skills
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Maintenance II - Edinborough Park
The City of Edina —Edina, MN
- $16.10 - $25.89 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
Ice Skating Instructor
City of Brooklyn Park —Brooklyn Park, MN
- $22.40 - $26.78 an hour
- Temporary
- Customer service
- Continuous improvement
- 16+ years old
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Skating School Instructor
City of Maple Grove, MN —Maple Grove, MN
- $19.00 - $30.39 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Teaching
- Entry level

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Equipment Operator

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board -
Minneapolis, MN

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Job Details

Full-time
$31.95 - $39.50 an hour
12 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Loan forgiveness
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

CDL B
Forklift Certification
Lifting equipment
Employee relationship building
Forklift
High school diploma or GED
Air Brake Endorsement
Straight truck
Pest control chemical handling
Pesticide Applicator's License
Routine maintenance projects
Tanker Endorsement

Full Job Description

Summary

Perform equipment operation and manual labor in the care and maintenance of Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board's grounds, trails and amenities to provide a safe, aesthetically pleasing and comfortable environment for the public. Equipment Operators work and operate a wide variety of equipment outside year round in all types of weather and climate conditions. Work assigned based on seasonal needs. Hours of operation may include days, nights, holidays, and weekends.

JOIN OUR CREW, WE NEED YOU:

Join the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and make a difference in your community!

We are seeking employees who love nature, people, and fun. Apply today and enjoy learning new skills, meeting new friends, and serving the community, all while working in our beautiful park system. Whether you are interested in recreation, environmental education, maintenance, or customer service, we have a job for you!

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of one of the premier park systems in the United States. Our picturesque lakes, neighborhood parks, recreation centers, and diversified programming make the park system an important component of what makes Minneapolis a great place to live, play, and work!

What You'll Do

Perform all operation and inspection of vehicles that require a CDL license and assigned equipment to established standards, protocols, local, state and federal regulations.
Safely and effectively operate equipment to maintain park grounds including turf, trails, gardens, landscapes, athletic facilities, golf courses, sidewalks and parking lots according to established standards, protocols, and/or management plans.
Safely and effectively perform snow removal and ice control on trails, pathways, entrances, sidewalks, steps, roof and other hard surfaces to provide appropriate levels of access and safety according to established standards, protocols and/or management plans. During winter months, work may include outdoor ice rink sweeping (night shift).
Safely and effectively operate equipment to assist with Forestry activities, including tree and debris removal, storm damage, tree planting and pruning according to established standards, protocols, and/or management plans.
Use mobile technology to track system assets and work orders.
Perform and foster an environment of safe work practices and report safety issues promptly to appropriate staff.
Work as a member of a crew to complete various tasks or project assignments as directed by Crew Leaders or Foremen.
Keep Crew Leader promptly informed of matters as they relate to the department and MPRB.
Assist MPRB in identifying and addressing the park and recreation needs of underserved and under-represented communities.

What To Bring

Need to Have:

High School diploma or G.E.D
Experience driving trucks at least 26,001 pound gross vehicle weight and experience maintaining and operating a variety of heavy equipment requiring a CDL (including, but not limited to; single axle truck up to 16,000 lbs, single axle truck or tandem axle truck 26,001 lbs or greater, single axle or tandem axle truck with combination trailer, skid steer loader with various attachments, front end loader with various attachments): at least two (2) years.
Experience operating and maintaining small and large equipment (other than CDL equipment listed above): at least one (1) year.
Experience in park maintenance, landscaping, construction or turf maintenance preferred.
Commercial drivers license Class B (non-restricted air brake) required; tanker endorsement required by date of hire. Must obtain Class A commercial driver's license (with non-restricted air brake and tanker endorsement) within one year of hire in compliance with State of MN requirements.
Pesticide applicators license or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Forklift certification is required. Training will be provided after hire.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, driving, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.
The ability to safely operate motor vehicles and both small and large equipment as incumbents are subject to local travel to and from work locations on city streets and public grounds. The ability to remain in a sitting or standing position for extended periods of time.
The incumbent may be required to traverse on rough, uneven terrain, as well as wet and slippery surfaces.
Considerable amount of outdoor work. Handles pesticides and hydraulic fluids. Exposure to toxic materials and hazardous items such as hypodermic syringes, vermin, decaying materials, etc. while assigned to trash removal. Potential of injury due to falling objects.

Skills Crucial to Success in This Role:

Operate a variety of both CDL and non-CDL equipment, vehicles and implements and operating capabilities, with particular knowledge of equipment, vehicles and implements requiring CDL drivers.
Perform routine maintenance and care of equipment and vehicles.
Knowledge of Minnesota driving laws and understanding of road and traffic hazards under DOT regulations and guidelines.
Ability to utilize technology and communicate using mobile devices and other electronic equipment.
Establish and maintain effective, respectful, and productive working relationships in a diverse work environment.
Outstanding customer service principles and practices and standards for a diverse customer base.

Additional Information

FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Union Status: Local #49 Equipment Operators

Job Information Session: A 30 minute Job Information Session will be held on Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 2:00PM CT. This is your opportunity to ask questions about the position and to gain a better understanding of the civil service application process. Interested parties are encouraged to attend. Please join us via phone conference at 612-474-1955 (phone conference ID 708 007 891#)

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Selection Process:
To apply for this full-time civil service position, applicants must complete an online application with supplemental questions at www.minneapolisparks.org/jobs. Late applications will be rejected.
What steps the selection process involves:

We review your minimum qualifications. Please note that a copy of your current Class A or B Commercial Driver's License must be submitted to Human Resources by the application deadline (9/11/2026 at 4:00PM) or be disqualified. A copy of the license (both front and back side) can be submitted in the following ways:
- Submit as an attachment to the online application (preferred);
- Fax to (612) 314-8703; or
- Email to [email protected].
We rate your training and experience based on application materials and supplemental questions (30%).
We conduct a structured panel interview (oral exam) (70%).
We calculate your civil service score based on the above components and place you on the eligible list if all testing components are passed (passing score for each component and as an overall score is 70.00 or above). Eligible list will expire in three (3) months.
We refer the top finalists to the hiring manager for an interview. Finalist interview includes an equipment driving proficiency test.
References, including verification of employment and work performance, may be considered. Past performance and discipline may be considered.
We conduct a background check. Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, the applicant will be asked to sign an informed consent allowing the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board to obtain their criminal history in connection with the positions sought. View the MPRB Background Check Policy at https://www.minneapolisparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Background-Check-Policy.pdf
Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicants will also need to successfully pass a pre-employment DOT physical examination with work simulation paid for by the MPRB.
Applicant will be asked to consent to MPRB conducting a full query of the driver’s Clearinghouse record as required by the FMCSA.

Please note that HR reserves the right to limit the number of people invited to successive testing events.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board – a great place to play, work, and make a difference in the lives of others.

The MPRB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a tobacco-free workplace and park system.

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parks recreation jobs in saint paul mn

Equipment Operator

Recreation Program Supervisor - Emphasis Community Events, Arts, and Adult Programs

Facility and Customer Care Specialist (FT)

Guest Services/Memberships

Recreation Specialist - Teen Programs (Zanewood Recreation Center)

Police Cadet

Transportation Engineer - Urban Mobility

Facility Coordinator

Recreation Specialist - Arts & Engagement (Zanewood Recreation Center)

State Program Administrator Senior- Parks and Trails Development Specialist

Water Resources Technician

Childcare Specialist, Part-Time

Skating Lessons Aide

Maintenance Worker - Building - Recreation & Parks

Adaptive Recreation and Inclusion Specialist

Assistant Planner

Seasonal - Skate Guard

Maintenance II - Edinborough Park

Ice Skating Instructor

Skating School Instructor

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