Parks Technician I/II/III - Turf and Landscape Maintenance

City of Greenwood Village; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Parks Technician to join their team in maintaining and enhancing community parks. This role involves performing a variety of tasks, from mowing and landscaping to operating equipment for snow and ice control. The ideal candidate will thrive in a physically demanding environment and be committed to ensuring parks are safe and aesthetically pleasing. With a focus on teamwork and community service, this full-time position offers a chance to make a real impact in the local area while enjoying a range of benefits, including health and retirement plans. If you're ready to contribute to a vibrant community, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Employee assistance programs

Education reimbursement

Recreation reimbursement program

Vacation accrual

Qualifications

• One year of experience in park maintenance preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of parks and landscape areas.
• Operate equipment for snow and ice control during winter.

Skills

Knowledge of park maintenance equipment

Ability to perform physically demanding work

Ability to learn park maintenance operations

Education

Completion of the twelfth grade

Tools

Light to heavy equipment

Hand and power tools

Snowplows

Job description

Parks Technician I/II/III - Turf and Landscape Maintenance

Job Category: Maintenance

Requisition Number: PARKS001479

Posted: April 16, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Locations

Greenwood Village, Colorado

Salary Ranges:

• Parks Technician I: $18.86 - $23.80 per hour
• Parks Technician II: $22.85 - $30.05 per hour
• Parks Technician III: $25.55 - $33.60 per hour

This is a full time, non-exempt/hourly position.

Benefits: Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, retirement plans with matching, employee assistance programs, education reimbursement, recreation reimbursement program, vacation accrual, sick leave and 11 paid holidays.

Schedule: This position may involve working a variety of schedules, including evenings and weekends, and may be subject to work beyond normal scheduled hours including emergency call-ins. A typical schedule is Monday-Friday, 6:30am – 2:30 pm. Remote and/or hybrid schedules are not available.

Requirements: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license and driving record satisfactory to obtain coverage by the Village’s insurance carrier.

Accepting applications until 2:00 pm, Friday, June 13, 2025, or when position is filled.

The purpose of this position is to perform semi-skilled, skilled, and highly skilled labor involved in the maintenance and repair of parks, landscape areas, open spaces, rights-of-way, and trails to assure these areas are safe, available, clean, functional, and aesthetically pleasing while following best management practices.

Essential Functions:

A. Turf, Landscaping and Equestrian Trail Crew

• Mows, aerates, power rakes, overseeds, top-dresses, fertilizes, line trims, and edges turf areas in Village parks.
• Performs technical skills related to chemical application in turf areas and shrub beds.
• Utilizes a sidewalk sweeper to remove excess materials from trails and sidewalks.
• Coordinates and performs planting and fertilization of trees and shrubs.
• Maintains records of all maintenance performed on equipment.
• Performs trash and recycling removal duties at all parks.
• Operates light to heavy equipment and various hand and power tools.

B. Snow and Ice Control:

• Installs and operates snowplows and related equipment.
• Leads and oversees the work of seasonal staff.
• Maintains records on equipment and material used.
• Ensures adherence to standard safety precautions and practices.

Position Requirements:

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Knowledge of equipment and tools used in the maintenance and repair of parks.
• Ability to learn operations and activities of a park maintenance program.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in adverse weather conditions.

Experience and Training Guidelines:

• Experience: One year of experience in the maintenance and restoration of parks preferred.
• Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license.

The City of Greenwood Village is dedicated to the principles of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act and prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants.