Outdoor Parks Technician I - Flexible Hours

cityofbelen; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 31,280 - 38,231; Full time

Job summary

City of Belén Parks Department is seeking a Parks Technician I to perform entry-level park maintenance, turf management, irrigation work, shade structures, and related repairs at city parks.

This full-time regular position requires operating lawn equipment, maintaining playgrounds and lighting, coordinating seasonal tasks, and supporting city events. Applicants must have a high school diploma, a valid New Mexico driver’s license, and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent GED required.
• A valid New Mexico’s driver’s license required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, days and holidays as directed.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other City personnel and the public.
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule with minimal supervision.
• Must pass pre-employment background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine park maintenance.
• Maintains lighting fixtures, irrigation systems.
• Maintains playground equipment.
• Performs regular sprinkler systems maintenance; to include line sizes, spacing, type and control equipment.
• Operates lawn mowing equipment; mows and trims grass, bushes and shrubs; assists in pruning activities on trees, shrubs and plants; removes dead, diseased, or injured trees.
• Operates various small equipment to turn and prepare soil.
• Assures lawns are trim and attractive.
• Performs seasonal duties such as winterizing sprinkler system to avoid freezing, flushes watering systems in spring, and repairs other equipment.
• Performs general cleanup, maintenance, and repair of rest rooms, pavilions, playgrounds, picnic tables, benches, bleachers, ball fields and other facilities.
• Performs various seasonal duties such as snow removal and weed control, etc.
• Work flexible hours, days and holidays as directed.
• Ensures quality customer service.
• Assists with City functions and events.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Independent work

Driver's license

Background check

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

City of Belén Parks Department is seeking a Parks Technician I to perform entry-level park maintenance, turf management, irrigation work, shade structures, and related repairs at city parks.

This full-time regular position requires operating lawn equipment, maintaining playgrounds and lighting, coordinating seasonal tasks, and supporting city events. Applicants must have a high school diploma, a valid New Mexico driver’s license, and the ability to work flexible hours.