Park Maintenance - Northern Regional Parks - Seasonal/Year-Round

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking seasonal Park Maintenance staff in various roles, including custodial and grounds maintenance. Candidates will support efforts to keep parks clean, safe, and enjoyable for the community. No experience is strictly required, and training can be provided on-the-job.

Benefits

Potential health insurance benefits if qualifying hours met

Exposure to diverse work environments

On-the-job training provided

Qualifications

• No prior experience required except for specialized skills related to role.
• Ability to perform tasks with attention to detail is valued.
• Must be at least 16 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist custodial teams with cleaning community and recreation centers.
• Maintain parks, including trash removal and playground upkeep.
• Support various trades with minor repairs and maintenance duties.

Skills

Cleaning

Grounds Maintenance

Attention to Detail

Communication

Job description

Park Maintenance - Northern Regional Parks - Seasonal/Year-Round

Park Maintenance - Northern Regional Parks - Seasonal/Year-Round

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Description

Whether you are a student looking for summer employment, someone looking for a part-time job, or wanting to start a career on the ground level, we have assorted opportunities for you!

Description

Whether you are a student looking for summer employment, someone looking for a part-time job, or wanting to start a career on the ground level, we have assorted opportunities for you!

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation has maintenance positions to include custodial, general grounds maintenance, athletic field maintenance, landscaping, event technicians, and trades helpers.

Locations for each position will vary within Prince George's County.

These positions pay at a rate of $15.45/hour to $17.00/hour depending on qualifications and experience.

Examples of Important Duties

Custodial

The Northern Region Parks Division (NRPD) is looking for responsible individuals to assist our custodial teams in cleaning the community centers, recreation centers, and comfort stations interiors and exteriors. Duties include cleaning glass and stainless-steel surfaces, dusting, removing trash, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming. It also involves washing and sanitizing toilets, sinks, and showers, and restocking supplies. Will perform minor maintenance and repairs as needed. Reports any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries promptly. Monitors the work area/facility with a conscientious effort to promote the efficient use of power, fuel, telecom, and water. Properly recycles Commission waste, including paper, plastic, glass, and other products. Performs other related duties as assigned. Previous custodial, grounds keeping, or maintenance experience a plus!

Grounds Maintenance

NRPD is looking for an energetic person who enjoys being outside, interacting with people, and who has an outstanding work ethic with great attention to detail to assist the Division with activities such as trash removal, general park maintenance, playground maintenance, event set-ups, and light trades activities (I.e., painting and carpentry). Examples of important duties include operating power equipment (backpack blowers, weed eaters, power pruners), operating mowing equipment (large area mowers, zero turns, walk behind mowers), and operating in and around heavy equipment and trucks (skid steers, dingos, tractors, trash trucks) in a safe manner. Experience in any of the activities mentioned above is a plus, but on-the-job training can also be provided. The working hours are 5:45 am to 2:30 pm, Monday-Friday. Some shifts require weekend work.

Trades Helper

NRPD seeks experienced individuals to assist the various trade shop staff with painting, carpentry, welding, plumbing, auto mechanics, and HVACR. Working hours are 5:45 am to 2:30 pm, Monday-Friday.

Athletic Field Maintenance

NRPD seeks a part-time seasonal employee to assist with the athletic field maintenance work program. We are looking for an energetic person who enjoys being outside, interacting with people, and who has an outstanding work ethic with great attention to detail. Examples of important duties include dragging and lining diamond athletic fields, painting and lining rectangular athletic fields, and operating several types of equipment used in athletic field maintenance (reel and rotary mowers, backpack blowers, weed eaters, tractors, aerifiers, seeders, spreaders) in a safe manner. Experience in any of the activities mentioned above is a plus, but on-the-job training can also be provided. The working hours are 5:45 am to 2:30 pm, Monday-Friday. Some shifts require weekend work.

Minimum Qualifications

No experience or training is necessary except for specialized skills (for example typing) or licenses/certificates (for example, Red Cross Life Saving Certificate) that are related to the job.

Supplemental Information

These positions are Seasonal and do not include a benefits package.

A complete background investigation will be conducted prior to hire.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

Work may be indoors or outdoors.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2025 Benefit Summary For Seasonal Intermittent Employees

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits For Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans

You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.

If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

• Medical
• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
• UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan
  

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits
  
  

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at [e-mail] or 301-454-1694.

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Please indicate which type of position in which you are interested (as described above). Check all that apply:

• Athletic Field Maintenance
• Custodial
• Grounds Maintenance
• Trades Helper
  
  

02

Are you at least 16 years of age (under age 18 requires an approved work permit)?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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