Parks Maintenance Technician – Entry Level

City of Las Cruces

Las Cruces (NM)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 25,000

Part time

7 days ago

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Job summary

The City of Las Cruces seeks an entry-level Parks Maintenance worker to perform maintenance, repair and renovation tasks in city parks and public spaces. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions and requires safe operation of tools and equipment.

Minimum qualifications include no education requirement and at least six months of grounds maintenance or related experience, plus a valid driver's license. The job involves lifting up to 60 pounds and occasional overtime; opportunities may exist in

Qualifications

No education requirement AND six (6) months of experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture maintenance or related.
A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Responsibilities

Conducts inspections of park structures and equipment; makes repairs of damaged structures and equipment.
Performs landscaping, including plant, tree and shrub plantings and pruning; weeds area, uses spry, tool and equipment.
Mows grass; cuts weeds; fertilizes and applies pesticides to grass, trees and shrubs; lays sod.
Removes or paints over graffiti; cleans and maintains restrooms; empties trash and picks up litter.
Performs minor maintenance of equipment and vehicles.
Delivers bleachers, garbage cans, stages, chairs, tents, picnic tables and related items to event sites; performs clean up prior to and following the events.
Assists in the maintenance and repair of athletic fields; repairs bleachers, backstops, and fencing.
Provides assistance to irrigation and construction workers as necessary.