Athletic Field & Park Maintenance Tech

City of Aurora

Marathon Township (MI)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 37,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

City of Aurora in Aurora, Colorado seeks a Parks Technician to maintain athletic fields, grounds, and municipal assets. The role emphasizes outdoor work, irrigation maintenance, and turf management with opportunities to learn and grow in a dynamic city department.

Primary duties include skilled manual work, equipment operation, pesticide application, and coordinating with staff while ensuring safety. Salary ranges and open posting indicate a competitive compensation package for experienced

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
At least 2 years of experience in landscape maintenance.
Preferred: pesticide application experience, turfgrass management, and irrigation system experience.

Responsibilities

Performs skilled manual and technical work in maintenance and operation of public grounds and facilities.
Assists with work planning by scheduling, organizing, and securing materials/equipment.
Demonstrates leadership by making field decisions and ensuring positive results.
Applies pesticides and fertilizers with safety practices.
Operates and maintains equipment and vehicles used in parks maintenance.
Performs mowing, turf maintenance, irrigation installation, inspection, and repairs.
Addresses citizen concerns in the field.
Complies with safety and record-keeping requirements.