Playground Maintenance & Safety Technician

Shawnee County; Kansas; On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Shawnee County seeks a Park Maintenance Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair playground structures across the park system. Responsibilities include logging inspections, managing maintenance records, and ordering replacement parts as needed.

The role also involves supervising a Park Maintenance Worker or seasonal staff, ensuring safety standards, and complying with county procedures. A CPSI certification within 6 months is preferred, along with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
• Preferred three (3) years’ experience with playground installation, repairs and design.
• Ability to obtain the CPSI certificate within 6 months of employment.
• Valid Driver’s License and able to operate County-owned vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair playground structures to meet safety and equipment standards.
• Maintain logs of inspections, installations, and maintenance; order parts as needed.
• Enter inspection data into Cartegraph and manage inventory; supervise staff when needed.

Skills

Read manuals

Safety awareness

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED Certificate

Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) within 6 months

Tools

Cartegraph

Job description

Shawnee County seeks a Park Maintenance Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair playground structures across the park system. Responsibilities include logging inspections, managing maintenance records, and ordering replacement parts as needed.

The role also involves supervising a Park Maintenance Worker or seasonal staff, ensuring safety standards, and complying with county procedures. A CPSI certification within 6 months is preferred, along with a valid driver's license.