Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker (12029, Grade HL3)

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is looking for a Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker to join their team. This role involves various maintenance activities including trash management, landscape care, playground upkeep, and facility maintenance. Candidates should possess a valid driver's license and have two years of experience in groundskeeping or building maintenance.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Leave Programs

Tuition Assistance

Fitness Programs

Qualifications

• Required to pass a medical examination.
• Valid driver's license without restrictions is mandatory.
• Experience in groundskeeping, building maintenance or skilled trades is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on athletic fields.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems.
• Operate various maintenance equipment such as mowers and tractors.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Building Maintenance

Facilities Maintenance

Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years of experience in maintenance

Job description

Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker (12029, Grade HL3)

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Description

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.

The Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission is an award-winning organization with over 5,000 employees that administers over 52,000 acres of stream valley parks, large regional parks, neighborhood parks, and park-school recreation areas throughout Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. In Prince George’s County, we are also responsible for developing the County’s public recreation programs.

Description

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.

The Maryland National Capital Park & Planning Commission is an award-winning organization with over 5,000 employees that administers over 52,000 acres of stream valley parks, large regional parks, neighborhood parks, and park-school recreation areas throughout Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. In Prince George’s County, we are also responsible for developing the County’s public recreation programs.

The Department of Parks & Recreation has the overall responsibility for planning, supervising, and coordinating all park/recreation facilities and services throughout Prince George’s County. The Northern Region Parks Division (NRPD) is one of three maintenance Divisions within this Department and is composed of eight major work programs: Fleet Management/Trades, Building Maintenance, Area Maintenance, Playgrounds, Trails, Athletic Field/Turf Management, Trash/Recycling/Waste Management, Program Support, and the administrative section. The mission of NRPD is to provide professional, high-quality maintenance and maintenance support services for all parks and recreation facilities and to support the diverse work programs of the Parks & Recreation Department in Prince George’s County and its customers.

The Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker position is at the Polk Street Maintenance Facility in Hyattsville, Maryland. This role encompasses various responsibilities within park maintenance, ranging from trash management to landscape care, and from playground upkeep to facility maintenance.

Work Hours are 5:45 am – 2:30 pm

All applicants to this job posting will be considered for this and future Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker job openings for 6 months or until qualified candidates have been exhausted from this job posting, whichever comes first. At that time, a new job posting may be available for application to future openings.

Examples of Important Duties

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on athletic fields, including mowing, fertilizing, aerating, and irrigation.
• Prepare athletic fields for various sports and events, including lining fields, setting up goals, and ensuring all equipment is in place and good condition.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure optimal watering schedules and promptly address any issues or malfunctions.
• Operate and maintain various types of maintenance equipment, such as mowers, tractors, aerators, and other specialized turf equipment.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and guidelines to provide a safe environment for both workers and field users.
• Assists in setting up special events. Provides general assistance to park visitors. Assist in monitoring programs and events.
• Conduct regular inspections of athletic fields to identify and address any issues related to turf health, soil conditions, and overall field quality.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Pass Commission medical examination.
• 18 years of age.
• Two (2) years of experience in groundskeeping, building maintenance or park maintenance, semi-skilled trade work (HVACR, plumbing, painting, masonry, electrical, carpentry).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total two (2) years.
• Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of their position.
  
  

Supplemental Information

Class/Specification: Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker

This position may involve seasonal weekend work and seasonal work schedule adjustments. Exposed to weather, dirt, waste, odors, caustic chemicals, pesticides, wildlife, and potentially harmful insects. The ability to lift 100 pounds is desirable.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2025 Benefit Summary For Merit System Employees

The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.

Eligibility

You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.

Retirement Programs

• Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.
  
  

PlanEmployee ContributionPlan C9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)Plan E4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

• Deferred Compensation ICMA-RC 457 plan (Optional)
• Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
  
  

Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.

• Medical
• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan – (15%)
• UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) – (20%)
• UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) – (20%)
• Prescription – CVS Caremark – (15%)
• Dental – Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO – (20%)
• Vision – EyeMed – (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
• Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.
  

Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)

• Medical Account – Maximum annual contribution: $3,200
• Dependent Care Account – Maximum annual contribution: $5,000
  
  

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)

• Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month
  
  

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000
  
  

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)

• Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
• Automatic coverage with opt-out provision
  
  

Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Supplemental – 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
• Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000
  
  

Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)

• Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
• Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
• Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member
  
  

Leave Programs

• Annual: 15 days per year
• Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
• Sick: 15 days per year
• Holidays: 11 days per year
  
  

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Legal Services Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Work-Life Program
  
  

For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission’s Health and Benefits Office at [e-mail] or 301-454-1694.

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Do you possess a valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations? Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of their position.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

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Employment type

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