Parks Maintenance Technician II

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dallas is seeking a Parks Maintenance Worker II to perform semi-skilled, strenuous labor in parks, playgrounds, facilities, and landscaping under the Parks and Recreation Department. This role supports upkeep, safety, and public spaces with hands-on maintenance and customer service.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of experience operating lawn equipment and a valid Texas driver's license, with the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of equipment and tools used in various construction repairs.
• Maintaining and operating hand and power tools.
• Knowledge and understanding of safety procedures.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to perform labor for extended periods of time.
• Establishing and maintaining strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide range of semi-skilled strenuous labor for the parks and recreation department; mows and maintains landscaping in public areas, collects and disposes of trash and debris, cleans and maintains playgrounds and equipment, and performs any other maintenance work for the care of facilities and grounds.
• Loads and unloads tools, construction materials, and equipment onto trucks to ensure necessary tools are available for repairs to be made.
• Assists in performing pollution and environmental inspection and related field work; supports the Pollution Prevention Program; performs flood and storm debris cleanup.
• Drives equipment to transport tools, equipment, supplies or material to and from the work sites and locations; cuts grass, removes litter and weeds, cleans floors and facility grounds to maintain upkeep of facility, street medians, and vacant lots removing any hazards and ensuring safety of tenants.
• Ensures playground and public equipment is in safe and functional order; performs repairs to meet regulations and standards; maintains and monitors sports fields and surrounding areas.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operating conditions.
• Provides quality customer service and competent public interaction; handles hazardous or dangerous situations with professionalism and efficiency.
• Performs any and all other work as required or assigned.

Skills

Equipment knowledge

Hand tools

Safety procedures

Reading and writing

Stamina for labor

Relationship building

Job description

The City of Dallas is seeking a Parks Maintenance Worker II to perform semi-skilled, strenuous labor in parks, playgrounds, facilities, and landscaping under the Parks and Recreation Department. This role supports upkeep, safety, and public spaces with hands-on maintenance and customer service.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of experience operating lawn equipment and a valid Texas driver's license, with the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.