Parks Maintenance Worker (Part Time)

JOB OVERVIEW

Assists with general maintenance of the parks division and all associated equipment. Responsible for all weekend, holiday and special events activities during the course of the year.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Parks Supervisor

Direct Reports: Seasonal Parks Maintenance Employees

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The listed examples of work are not intended to be all-inclusive. They may be modified with additions, deletions, or changes as necessary.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operates various parks related equipment including riding mowers, walk-behind mowers, string trimmers, snow plows, etc.
• Assists other staff with various maintenance tasks and projects such as mowing, snow removal, special event set up, repairing trails, irrigation repair, pruning, fertilizing, trimming, construction, vandalism repairs, chemical spraying, etc.
• Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Supervises and monitors the work of part-time and seasonal staff members.
• Picks up trash at area parks. Delivers supplies, equipment, and repair parts.
• Handles all weekend and holiday duties including special events. Cleans shelters before and after reserved events.
• Works with Recreation staff to assist with set-ups and tear downs of special events, including July 4th Family Festival, Funfest, Summer Concert Series, Kids Stage and any Show Wagon setup.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains sports fields for games and practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned and required.
• This position may potentially require weekend, holiday and evening work.

PREPARATION AND TRAINING Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Work Experience

• One year of experience in park maintenance.
• One year of experience in park equipment operations and maintenance preferred.

Certifications/Licensures

• None

An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant job experience may be substituted.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge

Basic knowledge of:
• Parks Equipment operation and maintenance
• Spanish helpful

Skills and Abilities

• Computer Skills - Basic computer skills needed to maintain reports.
• Communication - Strong customer services skills needed to communicate effectively with the public.
• Mechanical - Strong skills needed to maintain tools, instruments, and devices. Also needed to complete necessary repairs and cleaning duties.
  • Must be able to operate power tools, hand tools, light equipment, mower, and striper.

HOURLY WAGE

$17.47 - $26.21/Hourly Rate

This is a part time position.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily outside. Works near moving mechanical parts; exposed to fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and humid conditions, hot and/or cold conditions.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Monday, September 1st, 2025