Park Grounds Maintenance Tech I

Virginia Recreation and Park Society; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Recreation and Park Society is seeking a parks maintenance worker to perform lawn care including irrigation, mowing, edging, fertilizing, and prep for seed or sod. The role supports public safety, oversees park rentals, monitors restrooms, and operates equipment such as riding mowers and tractors as needed.

Essential duties include field and grounds maintenance, plantings, building upkeep, debris removal, drainage work, delivering high levels of customer service, supervising seasonal

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Criminal history background check required.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license required.
• Experience operating park maintenance equipment preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform lawn care including mowing, edging, irrigation, and seed/sod prep.
• Oversee park rentals and assist with event setups and breakdowns.
• Monitor restrooms and maintain park facilities and common areas.
• Operate riding mower, lawn sweeper, utility vehicle, and tractor as needed.
• Supervise seasonal or volunteer staff and coordinate work tasks.
• Provide high level customer service to park users and staff.

Skills

Park maintenance knowledge

Equipment operation

Customer service

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Virginia Recreation and Park Society is seeking a parks maintenance worker to perform lawn care including irrigation, mowing, edging, fertilizing, and prep for seed or sod. The role supports public safety, oversees park rentals, monitors restrooms, and operates equipment such as riding mowers and tractors as needed.

Essential duties include field and grounds maintenance, plantings, building upkeep, debris removal, drainage work, delivering high levels of customer service, supervising seasonal