Parks Maintenance
$44,990–$69,306 year
On-siteGypsum, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Maintain parks, greenbelts, and open spaces by mowing lawns, planting landscaping, inspecting irrigation systems, and performing routine repairs on playgrounds, restrooms, and picnic shelters. Operate light and heavy equipment including skid loaders, snowplows, and backhoes for snow/ice removal and roadway maintenance. Assist supervisors with seasonal workers, volunteers, and community service programs while managing logs for chemicals and equipment use. Participate in required community cleanup days and maintain professional relationships with the public and vendors. Work outdoors in all weather conditions with an after-hours/on-call rotating schedule.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- One year of experience in general maintenance
- Previous municipal government experience is desirable
- Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Must have a valid Colorado Driver's license
- Must be available to be on call as assigned by the Parks Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor
- Residency Requirement: Applicants must be residents of the State of Colorado
- Knowledge of: Lawnmowing tools/equipment operation and maintenance
- Knowledge of: Maintaining hand/power tools commonly used in park/lawn maintenance
- Knowledge of: Safety practices and principles related to the use of hand/power tools
- Knowledge of: Basic computer skills to include the ability to use Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Knowledge of: First aid and applicable safety precautions
- Ability to: Learn new software programs utilized within Public Works
- Ability to: Safely drive and operate equipment, vehicles, and power/hand tools
- Ability to: Read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memorandums
- Ability to: Work effectively in both self-directed and team environments
- Ability to: Establish successful working relationships both internally and externally
- Ability to: Communicate with the public, read, write, and understand English, and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Ability to: Participate in an after-hours/on-call rotating schedule within the department
- Ability to: Attend meetings or seminars that are necessary for improved job performance
- Ability to: Work independently or in group settings to complete daily activities according to the work schedule
- Ability to: Perform basic mathematical computations
- Skill in: Equipment and tool maintenance and operations
- Skill in: Safe and efficient operation of vehicles, equipment, and power-driven/hand tools
- Skill in: Excellent written and oral business communications with citizens and outside agencies
- Skill in: Excellent interpersonal communications with team members, peers, supervisors, citizens, and outside agencies
- Skill in: Safe operation of electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, and irrigation systems
- Must be capable of lifting up to 60 lbs
- Must be capable of performing duties in conjunction with other divisions within the department through cross-training, such as vehicle maintenance, building and grounds, trash, and water operations
- Requires considerable interpersonal skills in representing the needs of the Town and in enforcing applicable policies and/or ordinances in an impartial manner
Desired Qualifications
- Previous municipal government experience is desirable
- Must be available for weekend shifts
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