Parks & Recreation Grounds Maintenance Tech

Montgomerytn; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County is seeking a Parks & Recreation employee to maintain the county parks and recreation areas, ensuring a clean and safe environment for workers and the public. The role includes inspecting trails, performing seasonal openings/closings, maintaining equipment and landscapes, and maintaining records.

Evening/weekend work and a valid driver's license are required. The starting hourly rate is $18.67, with a background check and pre-employment processes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of grounds maintenance practices and trails maintenance.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment and tools.
• Good public contact and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections on trails and parks and forwards priority maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Prepares season opening and closing for each area.
• Maintains parks by repairing fences, benches, tables, signs and other structures.
• Maintains walking trails and clears obstructions.
• Manages vegetation and plants new trees and grass.
• Performs landscape maintenance including edging, mulching, weeding, watering and fertilizing.
• Keeps restrooms and recreation areas clean and in good order.
• Maintains park appearance and records maintenance activities.
• Operates and maintains equipment and vehicles; performs routine preventive maintenance.
• Works evenings, weekends, special events and some holidays.
• Adheres to safety regulations and reports accidents.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Montgomery County is seeking a Parks & Recreation employee to maintain the county parks and recreation areas, ensuring a clean and safe environment for workers and the public. The role includes inspecting trails, performing seasonal openings/closings, maintaining equipment and landscapes, and maintaining records.

Evening/weekend work and a valid driver's license are required. The starting hourly rate is $18.67, with a background check and pre-employment processes.