Lead Park Maintenance Technician: Grounds & Projects

Lorain County Metro Parks; Amherst (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lorain County Metro Parks in Ohio is seeking a full-time maintenance technician to perform a wide range of general maintenance, repair, and construction activities, and to lead work crews while assisting with project planning. You will help maintain and improve park resources and facilities and monitor grounds as assigned.

Rate of pay is $21.84 per hour with a closing date for applications of Friday, Aug. 7, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years of related college preferred.
• Two years of experience in natural resources/parks or related field.
• Experience directing others, assigning work orders, scheduling, and purchasing.
• Valid Ohio driver's license and background check required; pesticide applicator license and CDL may be required.
• Lorain County Metro Park District policy prohibits hiring tobacco users.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and construction activities to maintain park resources and facilities.
• Lead work crews and assist with project planning.
• Monitor park district grounds as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Crew supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years college in natural resources or related field

Job description

Lorain County Metro Parks in Ohio is seeking a full-time maintenance technician to perform a wide range of general maintenance, repair, and construction activities, and to lead work crews while assisting with project planning. You will help maintain and improve park resources and facilities and monitor grounds as assigned.

Rate of pay is $21.84 per hour with a closing date for applications of Friday, Aug. 7, 2026.