Park Grounds & Facilities Technician I

City of Leavenworth, Kansas; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Leavenworth, Kansas is seeking a Park Technician I to maintain parks, facilities, and grounds. You will mow, plant, install irrigation, repair fixtures, supervise volunteers, and assist in snow removal and pool maintenance as needed.

A valid driver’s license and high school diploma are required; CDL may be needed within a year. Several months of related work experience are preferred. This is a year-round, non-exempt, on-site position in the Parks and Recreation Department.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old at time of hire.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must possess a current, valid driver's license at time of application and maintain; CDL or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Mows and maintains park and open space areas; irrigations systems and related repairs.
• Plants trees, turf, shrubs, and flowers; perform tree/shrub maintenance.
• Seeding, fertilizing, watering, and pest/weed control for parks and open spaces.
• Assists in setting up equipment for park programs and prepares facilities for use.
• Supervises community service workers, inmates, and volunteers as required.
• Maintains municipal pools and monitors pool filtration systems.
• Cleans and maintains park facilities, benches, tables, restrooms, and fixtures.
• Operates park maintenance equipment and assists in construction/repairs of park facilities.

Skills

Driver's license

CDL (within 1 year)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Valid driver's license

Job description

The City of Leavenworth, Kansas is seeking a Park Technician I to maintain parks, facilities, and grounds. You will mow, plant, install irrigation, repair fixtures, supervise volunteers, and assist in snow removal and pool maintenance as needed.

A valid driver’s license and high school diploma are required; CDL may be needed within a year. Several months of related work experience are preferred. This is a year-round, non-exempt, on-site position in the Parks and Recreation Department.