Park Maintenance Technician

City of Newberry; Newberry (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Paid Leave & Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

The City of Newberry is seeking a Parks Maintenance Technician to keep parks, athletic fields, and recreational facilities safe, clean, and welcoming for residents and visitors.

You will operate and maintain equipment, support event setups, supervise inmate crews per FDOC rules, and collaborate with staff to deliver quality public spaces.

This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits through the Florida Retirement System, plus paid leave, health coverage, and professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Florida driver’s license or equivalent.
• Ability to safely operate equipment and perform outdoor work.
• Must meet FDOC requirements to serve as a Non-DOC Inmate Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Maintain parks, athletic fields, playgrounds, and facilities for safety and daily use.
• Operate and maintain equipment, tools, and vehicles used in maintenance.
• Support daily operations and event setups.
• Promote safety and ensure compliance with standards.
• Supervise inmate work crews per FDOC requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Dependability

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mowing equipment

Commercial lawn tractors

Job description

The City of Newberry is looking for a hardworking, dependable, and team-oriented Parks Maintenance Technician to help maintain the parks, athletic fields, and recreational facilities that serve our growing community. From preparing championship-quality athletic fields to maintaining playgrounds, parks, and public spaces, this position plays an important role in creating safe, clean, and welcoming environments for residents and visitors.

Why Newberry?

At Newberry, people matter. We believe our greatest asset is our employees, and we've built a culture where collaboration is valued, innovation is encouraged, and every employee has an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Guided by our core values of Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Leadership, and Superior Service (TRAILS), we're committed to delivering exceptional service while preserving the small-town character that makes Newberry unique.

Our Department

The Newberry Parks & Recreation Department is committed to enhancing quality of life through exceptional recreation programs, athletic facilities, parks, and community events. From maintaining parks and playgrounds to preparing athletic fields for tournaments, our team works together to create safe, welcoming, and well‑maintained spaces for residents and visitors alike.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

Required

• Valid Florida Driver’s License or equivalent from another state
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to safely operate equipment and perform physically demanding outdoor work.
• Must meet and maintain Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) requirements to serve as a Non‑DOC Inmate Supervisor

Preferred

• Experience in parks, grounds, landscape, athletic field, or facilities maintenance.
• Experience operating commercial mowing equipment, tractors, trailers, or other grounds maintenance equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain parks, athletic fields, playgrounds, and recreational facilities to ensure they are safe, clean, attractive, and ready for daily use, tournaments, and community events.
• Operate and maintain equipment, tools, and vehicles used in park and athletic field maintenance.
• Support daily park operations by responding to maintenance needs, preparing facilities for recreational programs and special events, and assisting with event setup and breakdown.
• Promote a safe work environment by following established safety practices, identifying hazards, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with operational and safety standards.
• Supervise inmate work crews in accordance with Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) requirements, ensuring compliance with safety procedures, work standards, and reporting requirements.
• Provide excellent customer service while working collaboratively with coworkers to support the Parks & Recreation Department and uphold the City's TRAILS values.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position requires regular outdoor work and the ability to safely perform physically demanding tasks while maintaining City parks, athletic fields, and recreational facilities.

• Regularly stands, walks, bends, kneels, climbs, and performs manual labor.
• Regularly lifts up to 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Operates maintenance equipment, vehicles, and power tools in varying outdoor conditions.
• Works outdoors in heat, humidity, rain, and other weather conditions, with exposure to noise, dust, heavy equipment, and environmental hazards.

Learn More about Newberry

City Website

Parks & Recreation Department

Employment Information

The City of Newberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug‑Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Eligible veterans and eligible spouses may receive preference in accordance with Florida law.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable pre‑employment requirements, including background screening, employment verification, and any other screenings required by law or City policy.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not intended to include every duty, responsibility, or qualification. The City reserves the right to modify or assign duties as needed to meet operational requirements.