Parks Operations Technician: Hands-on Maintenance & Events

The Town of Apex; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

LGERS retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Town of Apex seeks a Parks Operations Worker to maintain parks, greenways, playgrounds, buildings, and public facilities. This hands-on role involves masonry, carpentry, plumbing, landscaping, and irrigation work to keep Town amenities safe and functional.

Work is under supervision with a focus on quality workmanship and reliability. Office is Nature Park Shop, Apex NC, with regular hours and event support as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of related experience.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver license.
• CPR, AED and First Aid Certification required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain park trails and greenways, boardwalks, bridges, playgrounds, and park assets.
• Operate heavy equipment and hand tools such as backhoes, tractors, excavators, dump trucks, chainsaws, and mowers.
• Assist with playground checks and carpentry, tile and painting to repair facilities.
• Assist with trade repairs including minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry and painting.
• Complete vehicle and equipment checklists and perform preventative maintenance.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoes

Tractors

Excavators

Dump truck

Chainsaws

Mowers

Job description

The Town of Apex seeks a Parks Operations Worker to maintain parks, greenways, playgrounds, buildings, and public facilities. This hands-on role involves masonry, carpentry, plumbing, landscaping, and irrigation work to keep Town amenities safe and functional.

Work is under supervision with a focus on quality workmanship and reliability. Office is Nature Park Shop, Apex NC, with regular hours and event support as needed.