Parks Maintenance Worker

Under the close supervision of the Parks Division Head, Parks Supervisor and/or Crew Leaders, performs skilled work pertaining to risk management, maintenance and construction of city parks, streetscapes, sites, cemetery, Parks and Recreation facilities, City Special Events irrigation systems, and/or athletic fields. Adheres to all written mandatory standards of operations, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and construction tasks for city parks, streetscapes, cemetery, and recreation facilities.
• Maintain and operate irrigation systems and athletic fields.
• Adhere to OSHA safety standards and general construction practices.
• Use tools, machines, and equipment for park and facility maintenance.
• Operate light and heavy trucks, A.T.V.s, riding and walk-behind mowers, tractors, backhoes, and other equipment.
• Monitor and report athletic field problems that could restrict or deny field use.
• Interact with other departments, the public, coaches, and school children with tact and good communication skills.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Perform physical tasks including frequent walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), stooping, and kneeling.
• Work extensively outdoors in various weather conditions (heat, cold, wet/humid).
• Work occasional weekends, holidays, and evenings.

Requirements

• Must be at least 15 years old to apply.
• Requires a valid Learner’s Permit or valid Utah Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of tools, machines, and equipment used in park and facility maintenance.
• Understanding of OSHA safety standards, general construction practices, and principles of plant and turf life.
• Must pass a drug test before hire.

Skills

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Responsibility for care, condition, and use of materials, equipment, and tools.

Pay

$17.44/hour

Schedule

• Seasonal position available through November.
• 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.