Parks Maintenance 2026

Tech9; South Weber (UT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech9 seeks a skilled parks maintenance worker under the Parks Manager to maintain city parks, perform landscaping, irrigation, equipment upkeep, and facility care.

The role requires a High School Diploma and 1–3 years in parks/building maintenance, a valid Utah driver’s license with CDL within 6 months, basic computer skills, and willingness for on-call after hours. Must lift 10–100 lbs and wear OSHA gear outdoors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1–3 years in parks and building maintenance.
• Must possess a valid Utah driver’s license and obtain CDL within 6 months.
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office.
• Available for on-call duties and emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Water, weed, mow, prune, and fertilize park areas to maintain appearance.
• Maintain park equipment and facilities, ensuring safe operation.
• Assess vegetation health and treat diseases or pests as needed.
• Handle seasonal tasks such as winterizing park facilities and equipment.
• Respond to emergencies and customer/service requests; document activities.

Skills

Mowing experience

Park landscaping

Equipment maintenance

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JOB OVERVIEWUnder the direction of the Parks Manager, Performs a range of skilled maintenance duties associated with the comprehensive care and maintenance of the City’s parks. This involves park equipment maintenance, landscaping, irrigation systems, park facility upkeep, tree care, and overall aesthetic improvement.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms park landscaping tasks such as watering, weeding, mowing, pruning, fertilizing, and repairing.Executes tree and shrub planting programs, maintaining the health and appearance of all park vegetation.Assesses health and condition of park vegetation, identifying and treating any diseases or pests.Takes charge of technical aspects of park operations, including electrical equipment, plumbing, and mechanical maintenance.Conducts seasonal duties like winterizing of park facilities and equipment.Ensures safe operation and maintenance of parks equipment.Responds promptly to emergency situations or complaints from citizens and property owners.Maintains daily and monthly activity reports to document quality and efficiency of work.Delivers professional training and seminars to staff to assure high work standards.Rotates on-call for after-hour emergencies or customer service calls.Performs other duties as assigned.POSITION QUALIFICATIONSFormal Education/KnowledgeHigh School DiplomaOne (1) to three (3) years of experience in parks and building maintenance, including administration and management of resourcesSkills & KnowledgeMowing experience preferredComprehensive understanding of park landscaping and maintenance principles.Proficient knowledge of equipment and materials used in park maintenance.Ability to establish effective working relationships.Strong communication skills, both oral and written.Problem-solving skills with the ability to recommend effective solutions.Certifications and Other RequirementsMust possess a valid Utah driver’s license.Must obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 6 months.Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite.Available for on-call duties for emergencies, including after hours.Must pass a background check and drug screening.PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONSAbility to lift weights ranging from 10-100 lbs.Predominantly outdoor work inspecting parks and other related facilities.Must be adept at using office equipment and park maintenance tools.Must wear Protective Equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, and other OSHA-approved gear as required.E04JI80076ab409a2vd