Park Technician I - Forestry

Description (Regular, Non-Exempt)

Starting Salary Range: $21.60 - $25.93/hour, DOQ
Closing Date: Open until filled; may close at any time
Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
How to Apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information.
For general questions about the position, contact Unique Hiram at (785) 587-2447 or hr@cityofmhk.com.

Maintains an Overall Professional Appearance

• Debris removal
• Maintenance of landscapes, turf, trees, trails, buildings, and facilities

Turf Maintenance

• Mowing
• Maintenance of turf
• Seeding
• Fertilizing

Record Keeping

• Accurate records such as maintenance logs and activity records
• Use of mobile and stationary electronic devices such as computers, iPads, and tablets

Staff and Public Interaction

• Works and communicates with staff, contractors, and interacts with property owners and the public during park and street tree maintenance
• Works alongside other Park Technicians and crews to complete tasks and help maintain Parks & Recreation facilities within own section and/or other sections via cross training

Safety and Compliance

• Maintains sectional safety protocols through proper use of tools, equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Maintains a safety-oriented work zone through proper use of safety procedures such as lockout-tagout, safe distance awareness, trench safety, confined space protocol, traffic control procedures, etc.

Maintenance Tools and Equipment

• Operates maintenance tools and equipment, such as excavators, skid steers, dump trucks, one-ton service trucks, aerial trucks, tractors, mowers, saws, handheld tools, etc.
• Repairs/clears/improves trails and equipment, rebuilding bridges along trails, grading trails, etc.
• Ensures all division equipment and vehicles are in proper operating condition to safely perform tasks prior to use
• Assists in general equipment maintenance, adheres to maintenance schedules, checks oil levels, changes/sharpening blades, lubricates equipment, and performs safety inspections

Other Duties

• Assists with projects as needed

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Education And Experience:

• Associate degree and/or applicable certificate program
• One (1) year of experience in any of the following areas; Park, Facility, Arboriculture, and/or Landscape Maintenance
• Possession of one applicable license or certification as determined by section responsibilities
• Proficiency in various maintenance areas such as welding, plumbing, carpentry, metal fabrication, and/or concrete skills
• OSHA 10
• Tractor/equipment experience that includes but not limited to: Tractors, mowers (flail, batwing, ride on, etc.), asphalt rollers, box blades, dump trucks, hand tools, most general power tools
• Basic computer experience
• Backflow, CPSI, AFO, and irrigation, recommended
• Chemical applicator license

Compensation & Benefits

• Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances, if applicable.
• City issued Cell Phone, if applicable.
• Retail/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS).
• Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
• Medical, Dental, Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
• Paid Holidays – 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
• Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
• Education Reimbursement, Professional Development.
• Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees. Professional Development funds are based on department budget.
• Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.

Other Benefits:

• Long-term disability, employer paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.