Athletic Field Technician – Parks & Turf Maintenance

Auroragovblog; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Retirement plan

On-site fitness center

Job summary

The City of Aurora seeks a Parks Technician to maintain athletic fields and municipal grounds, performing skilled manual work, irrigation repairs, and turf management. You will help plan tasks, supervise field activity, and ensure safety practices.

The role requires a High School diploma, 2 years landscape experience, CDL B with tanker endorsement within six months, and relevant certifications. The work is outdoors in various weather conditions with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years related landscape maintenance experience.
• Experience with pesticide application and turf management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains athletic fields and municipal assets year-round.
• Operates mowing, trimming, irrigation installation, and equipment.
• Responds to citizen concerns in the field.
• Assists with weed control and snow removal.

Skills

Tool maintenance

Equipment operation

Safety practices

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tractors

Mowers

Edgers

Irrigation systems

Backhoes/Loaders

Job description

The City of Aurora seeks a Parks Technician to maintain athletic fields and municipal grounds, performing skilled manual work, irrigation repairs, and turf management. You will help plan tasks, supervise field activity, and ensure safety practices.

The role requires a High School diploma, 2 years landscape experience, CDL B with tanker endorsement within six months, and relevant certifications. The work is outdoors in various weather conditions with opportunities for career advancement.