Park Operations & Maintenance Technician - Part-Time

Lake Metroparks; Kirtland (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Metroparks is seeking an Operations Maintenance Technician for Outdoor Connections at Penitentiary Glen Nature Center in Kirtland, OH. This part-time role supports buildings and grounds, custodial tasks, landscaping, and snow and ice control throughout the year.

You will perform basic repairs, woodworking, painting, and operate various equipment; travel between parks; flexibility with weekends, evenings, and holidays; must have a valid driver’s license and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of building & grounds maintenance experience.
• 1-2 years operating landscape equipment (mowers, snowplows, tractors, skid steers).
• Basic skills in construction, painting, electrical, and plumbing tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between parks.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily custodial and janitorial tasks across park facilities.
• Maintains landscaping, mowing, snow/ice control, and general grounds upkeep.
• Performs basic repairs to buildings and grounds-related systems.
• Completes special projects including woodworking, construction and painting.
• Operates and maintains equipment in good working order.
• Fulfills other duties as assigned.

Skills

Custodial tasks

Landscaping

Equipment operation

Basic repairs

Physical stamina

Customer service

Self-direction

Tools

Truck operation

Lawn equipment

Job description

Lake Metroparks is seeking an Operations Maintenance Technician for Outdoor Connections at Penitentiary Glen Nature Center in Kirtland, OH. This part-time role supports buildings and grounds, custodial tasks, landscaping, and snow and ice control throughout the year.

You will perform basic repairs, woodworking, painting, and operate various equipment; travel between parks; flexibility with weekends, evenings, and holidays; must have a valid driver’s license and pass a background check.