Parks Maintenance Technician I - II

Douglas County, CO; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County, CO is seeking Parks Maintenance Technicians I - II to join our team in Highlands Ranch. This full-time temporary role involves maintenance and repair of parks and facilities, working outdoors in varying weather. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience operating maintenance equipment.

Benefits

Clothing allowance of $400 annually

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 6 months experience for Tech I or 2 years for Tech II.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License required.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and construction of County parks.
• Operate equipment including trucks and tractors.
• Inspect grounds and maintain records.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Physical Fitness

Supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Parks Maintenance Technician I - II

Employment Type: Full-time Temporary
Pay Range: $47,936.00 - $77,295.00
Location: Highlands Ranch, CO
Overtime Exempt: No
Department: DEPT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

These positions involve performing maintenance, repair, and construction of County parks, facilities, trails, and open spaces. They are part of the career path in the Park Maintenance field. Qualifications, education, and experience will influence the starting salary.

Salary Ranges:

• Park Maintenance Tech I: $47,432 - $59,290 annually
• Park Maintenance Tech II: $52,197 - $65,246 annually

This position includes a $400 annual clothing allowance and comprehensive benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement. For details, view the Employee Benefit Guide.

Essential Duties:

• Inspect grounds and facilities, determine repair needs, and maintain records.
• Supervise seasonal workers and volunteers in maintenance tasks.
• Operate various equipment including trucks, mowers, loaders, and tractors.
• Perform irrigation maintenance and repairs.
• Construct and repair park facilities, including playgrounds, trails, and fences.
• Perform snow removal and apply de-icing products.
• Check and maintain safety of equipment and tools.
• Perform general maintenance tasks such as turf care, landscaping, and infrastructure repairs.

Other Duties:

• Respond to public inquiries.
• Process paperwork and may direct lower-level staff.
• Participate in on-call duties for emergencies and events.
• Attend meetings and perform additional tasks as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: May direct seasonal staff but does not have formal supervisory duties.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 6 months (Tech I) or 2 years (Tech II) related experience.
• Ability to operate park maintenance equipment and possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License (Tech I) or obtain a Class A CDL (Tech II).
• Physical ability to perform strenuous outdoor work in various weather conditions.

Work Environment & Physical Demands: Outdoors in various weather, involving lifting, operating equipment, and manual labor.

Additional Information: Closing date is 06/30/2025. Application review begins immediately. For full details, click here.