Parks Maintenance Worker I-IV

Scope

Wilson is a city of around 50,000 people located in the heart of eastern North Carolina. We are about an hour from the Research Triangle and the buzz of the Raleigh area, and you can also quickly reach the North Carolina beaches.

The City of Wilson is known for innovation and outstanding service. We have top-rated, nationally accredited police, fire and recreation departments. Our parks and sports facilities are among the best in the nation, and our Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park is a unique and beautiful attraction that hosts concerts, farmers markets and the N.C. Whirligig Festival among other events. We are in the process of building a downtown field to host a Milwaukee Brewers minor league team starting in 2026.

Wilson has the strongest manufacturing base in our part of the state, including tire manufacturing, pharmaceutical and other industries. The Greenlight citywide broadband services help technology-based companies flourish.

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that brings additional value to your total compensation. To learn more about our benefits package, click on the Benefits tab above.

The hiring range for this position is $37,029.36 (minimum salary) to $50,972.15 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications for the Parks Maintenance Worker I.

The hiring range for this position is $38,903.97 (minimum salary) to $53,576.68 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications for the Parks Maintenance Worker II.

The hiring range for this position is $40,873.48 (minimum salary) to $56,289.00 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications for the Parks Maintenance Worker III.

The hiring range for this position is $42,942.69 (minimum salary) to $59,138.61 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications for the Parks Maintenance Worker IV.

The purpose of this position is to participate in the maintenance of parks and recreation buildings and facilities. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of safe and attractive parks and recreation facilities to city residents and visitors.

The work consists of related technical duties.
Job Responsibilities

Parks Maintenance Worker I
Major Duties

• Performs building and grounds maintenance; mows grass, weedeats, paints, and collects trash.
• Performs small engine repair.
• Sets up tables, chairs, and sports equipment as needed.
• Installs playground equipment; installs and repairs chain link fences; repairs tennis courts and paints lines.
• Repairs and maintains sports stadium.
• Operates lawn mowers, tractor, backhoe, front end mower, and bobcat to maintain sports fields and related grounds and facilities; drives dump truck.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Guidelines

• Guidelines include department standard operating procedures, Parks and Recreation Policy Manual, relevant city, state, and federal codes, laws, and regulations, and supervisory instructions. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

• None

Parks Maintenance Worker II

Major Duties

• Performs building maintenance; performs carpentry, plumbing, welding, and electrical maintenance and repair duties.
• Performs small engine repair.
• Sets up tables, chairs, and sports equipment as needed.
• Installs playground equipment; installs and repairs chain link fences; repairs tennis courts and paints lines.
• Fabricates park signs.
• Repairs and maintains sports stadium.
• Operates lawn mowers, tractor, backhoe, front end mower, and bobcat to maintain sports fields and related grounds and facilities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Guidelines

• Guidelines include department standard operating procedures, Parks and Recreation Policy Manual, relevant city, state, and federal codes, laws, and regulations, and supervisory instructions. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

• The position has direct supervision over Parks Maintenance Worker I (5).

Parks Maintenance Worker III

Major Duties

• Performs building maintenance; performs carpentry, plumbing, welding, and electrical maintenance and repair duties.
• Performs small engine repair.
• Performs basic fiberglass construction, repair, and maintenance.
• Installs playground equipment; installs and repairs chain link fences; repairs tennis courts and paints lines.
• Repairs pool filtration system and pump motors.
• Fabricates park signs.
• Repairs and maintains sports stadium.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Guidelines

• Guidelines include department standard operating procedures, Parks and Recreation Policy Manual, and relevant city, state, and federal codes, laws, and regulations. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

• The position has direct supervision over Parks Maintenance Worker II (2), and Parks Maintenance Worker I (7).

Parks Maintenance Worker IV

Major Duties

• Trains, assigns, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines personnel.
• Performs building maintenance; performs carpentry, plumbing, welding, and electrical maintenance and repair duties.
• Performs small engine repair.
• Performs basic fiberglass construction, repair, and maintenance.
• Installs playground equipment; installs and repairs chain link fences; repairs tennis courts and paints lines.
• Repairs pool filtration system and pump motors.
• Fabricates park signs.
• Operates a backhoe, front end loader, bobcat, tractor, and dump truck; operates athletic field machine.
• Repairs and maintains sports stadium.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Guidelines

• Guidelines include department standard operating procedures, Parks and Recreation Policy Manual, and relevant city, state, and federal codes, laws, and regulations. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

• The position has direct supervision over Parks Maintenance Worker III (2), Parks Maintenance Worker II (2), and Parks Maintenance Worker I (7).

Minimum Qualifications

Parks Maintenance Worker I
Education/Experience Requirements

• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated and a Class B CDL within twelve months of hire.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification is required
• No experience requirements.

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of the standards, materials, techniques, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of parks and recreations buildings and facilities.
• Knowledge of the installation of playground equipment.
• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Skill in the operation of such light equipment as a stump grinder, lawnmower, and weedeater.
• Skill in the operation of such heavy equipment as a backhoe, tractor, and bobcat.
• Skill in performing basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, welding, and fiberglass installation, repair, and maintenance duties.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Parks Maintenance Worker II

Education/Experience Requirements

• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated and a Class B CDL within twelve months of hire.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification is required
• Pesticide License preferred

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of the standards, materials, techniques, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of parks and recreations buildings and facilities.
• Knowledge of the installation of playground equipment.
• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Skill in the operation of such light equipment as a stump grinder, lawnmower, and weed eater.
• Skill in the operation of such heavy equipment as a backhoe, tractor, and bobcat.
• Skill in performing basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, welding, and fiberglass installation, repair, and maintenance duties.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Parks Maintenance Worker III

Education/Experience Requirements

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years experience or service.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated and a Class B CDL within twelve months of hire.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification is required
• Pesticide License, Certified Pool Operator and Certified Reclaimed Water Applicator preferred

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of the standards, materials, techniques, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of parks and recreations buildings and facilities.
• Knowledge of the installation of playground equipment.
• Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of swimming pool equipment.
• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Skill in the operation of such equipment as a stump grinder, lawnmower, and weedeater.
• Skill in performing basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, welding, and fiberglass installation, repair, and maintenance duties.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Parks Maintenance Worker IV

Education/Experience Requirements

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years experience or service.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated and a Class B CDL within twelve months of hire.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification is required
• Pesticide License, Certified Pool Operator, Certified Reclaimed Water Applicator and Certified Playground Inspector preferred

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of the standards, materials, techniques, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of a parks and recreations building and facilities.
• Knowledge of the installation of playground equipment.
• Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of swimming pool equipment.
• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Skill in the operation of such equipment as a backhoe, dump truck, and bobcat.
• Skill in performing basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, welding, and fiberglass installation, repair, and maintenance duties.
• Skill in the supervision of personnel.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• The work is typically performed outdoors, and occasionally in cold or inclement weather, while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking.
• The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and irritating chemicals, and requires the use of protective devices such as masks, gloves, or goggles.
• The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must be able to distinguish between shades of color.