Parks Maintenance Worker

southjordancity; Utah; On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

City of South Jordan is seeking a Full-Time Parks Maintenance Worker to keep parks safe and beautiful. The role runs 6:30 am–4:00 pm and includes outdoor maintenance, equipment operation, and routine facility upkeep.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 18+ years old, and a Utah Class D Driver License; ability to obtain a Turf & Ornamental Pesticide License within six months. On-call rotations for snowstorms and events are part of duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Utah Class D Driver License required.
• Able to obtain Utah Pesticide Applicators License (Turf & Ornamental) within six months of hire.
• Experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance preferred.
• Able to perform physical labor and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to communicate effectively and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning, maintenance, and repairs to park facilities such as restrooms, pavilions, playgrounds, fields, and more.
• Operate mowers, trimmers, tractors, and snow removal equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join the City of South Jordan as a Full-Time Parks Maintenance Worker! $23.79 - $34.27 DOQ

Do you enjoy working outdoors, taking care of green spaces, and helping keep parks safe and beautiful for the community? The City of South Jordan is looking for a Full-Time Parks Maintenance Worker to join our Parks Department. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, takes pride in maintaining high-quality public spaces, and thrives in an active, outdoor environment. This is a full time position with working hours from 6:30 am to 4:00 pm and great time off incentives for performance!

What You’ll Do:

• Perform general cleaning, maintenance, and repairs to restrooms, pavilions, playgrounds, ball fields, and other park facilities.
• Operate a variety of equipment including mowers, trimmers, tractors, and snow removal machinery.
• Maintain lawns and landscaped areas by mowing, edging, fertilizing, trimming, pruning, and removing litter.
• Prepare and maintain sports fields for events, including baseball, softball, soccer, and football.
• Assist with irrigation system installation, repair, and seasonal maintenance.
• Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides safely and effectively.
• Support City events and activities by setting up and maintaining outdoor spaces.
• Participate in on-call and stand‑by rotations for snowstorms, emergencies, and other events.

Who You Are:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess a valid Utah Class D Driver License.
• Able to obtain a Utah Pesticide Applicators License (Turf & Ornamental) within six months of hire.
• Experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Capable of performing physical labor in various weather conditions and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working with tools, machinery, and maintenance chemicals.
• Able to communicate effectively and work well in a team environment.

A complete list of essential functions and minimum requirements of this position may be viewed on the job description, located on the City'swebsite - https://sjc.utah.gov/502/Job-Descriptions. To request accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the City's EEO Program Manager at 801-254-3742 ext. 1852.

It is the policy of the City of South Jordan to provide equal employment opportunity in City government for all persons; to prohibit discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy genetics, or disability.