Parks Maintenance Worker I

Cities, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Zephyrhills is seeking a Parks Maintenance Worker I to mow, trim, fertilize turf and plantings at the City Maintenance Facility. The role involves operating heavy equipment, maintaining irrigation systems, and performing light carpentry and painting.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and be able to lift heavy objects and work in challenging conditions. Required licenses include FL Right-of-Way Pesticide, FSESCI, MOT, and a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement within

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Able to lift heavy objects and work on rough surfaces.
• Must obtain Right-of-Way Pesticide license within 6 months, FSESCI within 90 days, MOT within 1 year.
• Must have or obtain Class B CDL with air brake endorsement within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Mows, trims and fertilizes turf and plantings.
• Operates heavy equipment and turf maintenance tools.
• Installs and maintains irrigation systems.
• Performs light carpentry work, painting and year-round landscape maintenance.
• Occasional weekend work.

Skills

Public interaction

Physical stamina

Reading/writing instructions

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

FL Right-of-Way Pesticide license

FSESCI

MOT

Class B CDL with air brake

Job description

POSITION TITLE:

Parks Maintenance Worker I

JOB LOCATION:

City Maintenance Facility

City of Zephyrhills

SALARY RANGE:

Parks Maintenance Worker I

Starting Salary: $32,760.00/ $15.75/hr.

Pay Grade Z-151

Non-Exempt / Mandatory Testing

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT STATUS: Applicable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED. Ability to understand and follow oral/written instructions and work well with the public and co-workers. Applicants must be able to lift heavy objects, walk over rough or uneven surfaces, stoop, stretch, kneel and work in confined spaces. Must have knowledge of safe operations and routine maintenance of equipment. FL Right-of-Way Pesticide license within six (6) months, FSESCI within ninety (90) days, MOT within one (1) year. Must have or be able to obtain a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement within six (6) months of hire.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Mows, trims and fertilizes turf and plantings. Individuals operate heavy equipment, turf maintenance equipment and small hand tools. Installs irrigation systems and performs maintenance on those systems. Will perform light carpentry work, paint objects and structures. Workers also provide year-round landscape and planting maintenance. Occasional weekend work, when required. Completes other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: The selected candidate will have a background check completed, undergo drug testing, and complete a physical exam before employment. Tasks completed for this position involve regular and sustained physical exertion. Possession and maintenance of a Florida driver license is also required before employment.

The compensation package will start at the base salary range and may vary based on proven abilities of the individual selected. The City of Zephyrhills has an excellent benefit package, which includes medical, dental, life insurance, and Florida Retirement System (FRS).

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

DATE POSITION AVAILABLE: July 23, 2026

THE CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & DRUG FREE WORKPLACE