Park Operations & Maintenance Specialist

City of LS

Town of Lee (NY)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 49,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Paid holidays and vacation
Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is seeking a skilled Park Specialist to maintain and construct park grounds and facilities under direct supervision. You will operate trucks, tractors, and power tools, perform repairs, and support events across multiple park sites.

The role requires 3+ years of park maintenance experience, a valid driver's license, and an ability to work seasonally with varied hours. The department provides comprehensive benefits and a stable schedule.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum three years directly related experience in park maintenance and operations.
  • A valid state driver's license is required.
  • Certifications related to turf management, irrigation, horticulture, tree maintenance, etc. preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Operates trucks, tractors and a variety of manual power tools in the maintenance, construction and repair of park grounds and facilities.
  • Performs maintenance of grounds and facilities including landscape installation, upkeep, structure maintenance, basic playground repairs, mulch installation, and minor tree trimming.
  • Makes necessary repairs to park structures and buildings including carpentry, electrical, plumbing and mechanical repairs.
  • Performs construction of park facilities and grounds, including framing, roofing, electrical and other remodeling activities.
  • Supports other divisions in the preparation, setup, execution and cleanup of special events and activities.
  • Undertakes snow removal and ice treatment for assigned areas.
  • Performs park, trail and playground inspections.
  • Performs repairs and maintenance to aquatics facilities, fountains, and irrigation systems.
  • Performs trail maintenance and repair.
  • Collaborates with other divisions to ensure service delivery aligns with Departmental missions.
  • Ensures enforcement of park and recreation rules and regulations.
  • Purchases necessary supplies and equipment using department procedures.
  • Participates in professional organizations.
  • Maintains equipment and inventory per procedures.
  • Assists with cemetery operations and grounds maintenance as assigned.
  • Installs and removes decorations for events and holidays.
  • Performs supervisory duties as assigned.
  • Performs skilled testing, maintenance and repairs on equipment, pumps, motors and safety equipment.
  • Assists in budget compliance for assigned areas.

Skills

Park maintenance
Equipment operation
Driver's license
Supervisory duties

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is seeking a skilled Park Specialist to maintain and construct park grounds and facilities under direct supervision. You will operate trucks, tractors, and power tools, perform repairs, and support events across multiple park sites.

The role requires 3+ years of park maintenance experience, a valid driver's license, and an ability to work seasonally with varied hours. The department provides comprehensive benefits and a stable schedule.

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