Maintenance Technician – Trails

South Suburban Parks and Recreation; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Employee wellness program

Paid holidays

Personal days

Vacation days

Paid sick leave

401(a) employer contribution/match

Tuition reimbursement

Free daily admission

Food discounts

Golf discounts

Job summary

South Suburban Parks and Recreation is seeking a maintenance worker to perform skilled trail and facilities maintenance, including trails, parking lots, bridges and drainage areas. You will inspect systems, perform cleaning, weed control and graffiti removal, and operate heavy equipment as needed.

The role requires 18+, a HS diploma, and up to a year of related experience; CDL is preferred. You’ll work with a team, follow safety standards, and support district operations in varied weather and

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of skilled labor/operation related to park and trail maintenance or light civil construction in the public sector is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain trails, parking lots, bridges, and drainage ways.
• Inspect facilities and report maintenance needs.
• Perform cleaning, weed control, and graffiti removal.
• Operate and maintain tools, equipment and vehicles.
• Respond to inquiries and work with District staff and patrons.

Skills

Trail maintenance

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Colorado Driver's License

Class A CDL preferred

Job description

Hiring Range is $42,065 - $47,708 annually based onqualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Trails Supervisor and/or LeadMaintenance Specialist, this position is responsible for accomplishingthe various skilled tasks that are associated with the acceptedmaintenance practices for all trails, parking lots, public facilities,bridges and drainage ways. May be required to work weekends, evenings,holidays, and be on snow watch as well as work shifts deviating fromthis position’s normal work days and/or with other work groups.

• Ensure the safety of District trail users and patrons that useDistrict facilities and keep District liability risk at a minimum byproperly maintaining District amenities to established standards.
• Inspect all trails and rights of way including, but not limitedto, trail systems, drainage systems, bridge structures, parkinglots, and shelter and restroom facilities.
• Maintain all parking lots and trails including sweeping, painting,parking block installation and repair, asphalt pot hole repair, snowand ice removal, restroom and shelter cleaning, trash collection,graffiti removal, and other amenities as assigned.
• Control weeds by applying herbicides to trail systems, rights ofway, parking lots and other related areas.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of documentation involvingstandard operation procedures in order to maintain inventory andappropriate maintenance of District amenities as assigned.
• Complete personal timecards, daily activity reports and recordmaintenance activities as assigned.
• Operate and maintain clean care for assigned tools, communicationdevices, division and shared equipment, motorized vehicles and handtools to ensure safe acceptable condition at all times.
• Responds tactfully, respectfully and in a timely fashion toinquiries and problems in person, by email, phone and mail providinghelpful information and explanations in-line with District policiesand procedures. Thoughtfully handles confrontational or stressful interactions.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, trainings, and orientations.
• Attend work on a regular, reliable and punctual basis.

This job description should not be construed to imply that theserequirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbentsmay be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform anyother related duties, as may be required.

Education and/or Experience:

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Any combination of experience that is equivalent to one (1) yearof skilled labor and operation related to park and trail maintenanceor light civil construction work in the public sector is acceptable.This includes staff supervision and the operation of equipment usedin the maintenance and repair of trails, parking lots and all otherrelated functions described in the position description.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• All required certifications as they relate to the above listedessential duties and any related certifications.
• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License or the ability toobtain upon hire and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s license preferred.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability and willingness to learn and then perform specificmaintenance and supervisory tasks in an efficient manner.
• Ability to operate and disseminate or receive training on varioustypes of maintenance standards, current operating procedures andconstruction equipment.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn current public trailconstruction, safety and maintenance standards, procedures andworking knowledge of equipment and materials used to safely maintainand construct both hard and soft surface trails.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn current parking lotconstruction, safety and maintenance standards, procedures andworking knowledge of equipment and materials used to safely maintainand construct concrete and asphalt paved surfaces.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn current bridge and stormwater conveyance construction, safety and maintenance standards,procedures and working knowledge of equipment and materials used tosafely maintain and construct bridges and drainage ways.
• Skills related to current proficiency with the safe and efficientoperation of equipment used to maintain public trails, parking lotsand public facilities including, but not limited to, backhoes, skidsteers, front end loaders, tandem and single axle dump trucks, trashtrucks, rollers and compactors, street sweepers, pressure washers,large capacity water trucks and excavation equipment.
• Skills related to current proficiency and ability to documentdaily maintenance activities, keep accurate work logs and reports,design and implement traffic and pedestrian detour plans, andconduct and correct jobsite hazard analysis.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time andthe ability to operate all tools and equipment during inclement weather.
• Ability to understand and clearly communicate oral and writteninstructions in a timely and professional manner.
• Must be highly motivated and take direction well with excellentinterpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbally.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced andhigh volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service and get along withcoworkers, patrons, and supervisors and interact with employees andvendors in a professional manner.

Material and Equipment Used:

To successfully perform the required job duties, this positionregularly usesdistrict tractors and implements, power and hand tools,welding equipment, painting equipment, tandem and single axle trucksand trailers, excavation and civil construction equipment. Thisposition regularly drives a District vehicle. This position may needto drive a personal vehicle to various District facilities.

This position requires work in a variety of settings includingworking indoors and frequently outdoors, daytime and night-timeincluding in dark areas, subject to variable weather conditions,ecosystems, and landscapes. Outdoor working environments can be wet,humid, and extreme in temperature variations. Regularly exposed toheat, cold, loud noises, dust, wildlife, and chemicals.

Physical Requirements:

Required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.Ability to reach outward, reach above shoulders and below knees. Heavyphysical work requiring ability to frequently lift up to 50 poundswith or without assistance and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds;may lift up to 200 lbs. with assistance; considerable walking andstanding on uneven surfaces; regular pushing, pulling and bending;hand/eye and foot/eye coordination to operate hand tools, controls andmotorized equipment; ability to hear and listen for receive /interpret information and warning signals. Occasionally or work inuncomfortable positions for short periods of time. Long periods ofrepeated motion, twisting, turning, lifting and bending.

This list is not all-inclusive and represents examples of the workenvironment and physical demands.

• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans
• Disability and life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA’s)

Happy Employees Are the Best Employees

• South Suburban provides an employee assistance program at no costthat includes: counseling, financial planning, legal assistance,andmuch more!
• Our Employee Wellness Program gives covered staff the ability toreduce their medical premium by $390 annually

Take Time Away to Do What You Enjoy

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 4 personal days per year
• Earn 11.5 paid vacation days per year
• Paid sick leave to rest, recover, and take care of yourself

We’ve Got Your Back

• Up to 9% 401(a) Employer contribution/match that vest after 3years of service
• Trainings to grow your professional and personal skill set
• Tuition Reimbursement Program that covers up to $2,500 per year

Play Where You Work

• Employee engagement is a priority at South Suburban. Staffgatherings have included: pictures with the Stanley Cup, ChiliCook-Off, Ice Cream Social, Shuffleboard Tournament, EmployeeAppreciation Luncheon, just to name a few
• Monthly wellness challenge opportunities and staff recognition honors

We LOVE Our Facilities and So Will You:

• Free daily admission to recreation centers, tennis courts, icerinks and swimming pools
• 50% off food at South Suburban restaurants
• $5 to $10 for nine holes of golf at four different courses

Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of theenvironment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreationalservices and programs.

We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west ofI-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions ofDouglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-servicerecreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, twoice centers and miniature golf courses, a botanical garden eventcenter, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainmentcenter, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles oftrails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre SouthPlatte Park.