Lead Park Maintenance Technician

El Paso County

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 63,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

El Paso County Parks seeks a skilled Park Maintenance Technician III to maintain parks, trails, open spaces and facilities. You will lead crews, train teammates, and ensure safety and professionalism during outdoor maintenance and construction projects.

The role requires experience in equipment operation, irrigation, turf and landscape care, and strong communication skills. Non-supervisory but acts as a positive standby when supervisor is away; schedule Tue-Fri, 6:00 am–4:30 pm in Colorado

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Three years of progressively responsible work experience in grounds maintenance or related field.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's licence.
Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Class A Commercial Driver's Licence within six months of employment; CDL training is provided by El Paso County.
Pre-Employment Requirements include post-offer background check, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and physical examination.

Responsibilities

Coordinates day-to-day activities and provides direction, training, and oversight to crew(s); performs supervisory duties in absence of Supervisor as needed.
Completes paperwork and special projects as assigned by the District Supervisor.
Performs unskilled, semi-skilled, or skilled labor in grounds maintenance, facility or equipment maintenance and construction, including turf and irrigation maintenance, horticulture activities, minor construction, facility cleaning, trash collection, and winter snow removal.
Performs labor tasks in maintenance of park facilities, including use and operation of light and heavy equipment and power tools; conducts inspections, preventative maintenance, and cleaning of vehicles.
Operates light and heavy equipment such as riding mower, skid-steer, backhoe, turf maintenance equipment and dump truck; adheres to safety procedures.
Identifies need for minor capital improvements and potential safety concerns; communicates needs to superiors.
Drives County vehicles and other equipment; coordinates volunteers and training.
Records inventory data and completes weekly safety checklists and work orders.
Provides departmental support for special events and other activities.
Performs other duties as required.