Park Grounds & Maintenance Technician

Polk County; Granger (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Polk County in Granger, IA seeks individuals for seasonal and part-time maintenance roles to support the county conservation lands, facilities, and equipment. You will assist full-time staff with park upkeep, mowing, landscaping, and custodial tasks, and help with light construction and repairs.

The position requires high school diploma, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, valid driver’s license, and willingness to pass background checks and certifications within six months.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Experience with operation of mowers, weed eaters, and hand tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist full-time staff with manual labor tasks to maintain county park system.
• Care for lawns, trees, shrubs, plants; mow, trim, clear brush, cut firewood.
• Clean restrooms, shelters, offices, shops, and campsite areas; haul waste.
• Maintain recreation areas and playgrounds; check safety concerns.
• Assist with repair, light construction, painting, and other maintenance projects.
• Operate and maintain equipment (hand tools, power tools, service vehicles, mowers, pressure washers).
• Assist in maintenance of county trails.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and stocked items; complete daily work logs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual labor

Tool handling

Weather resilience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Lawn equipment

Job description

Polk County in Granger, IA seeks individuals for seasonal and part-time maintenance roles to support the county conservation lands, facilities, and equipment. You will assist full-time staff with park upkeep, mowing, landscaping, and custodial tasks, and help with light construction and repairs.

The position requires high school diploma, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, valid driver’s license, and willingness to pass background checks and certifications within six months.