Turf Technician I — Parks Field & Equipment

Lenexa; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

On-site medical clinic

Retirement plan 4% with 2% match

Short-term and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Vacation

Job summary

City of Lenexa's Parks and Recreation department is hiring a Parks Turf Technician I to maintain city turf and sports fields under supervision. You will operate mowing and trimming equipment, support irrigation, apply fertilizers and pesticides, and keep logs updated.

This entry-level role offers training to develop turf maintenance skills, opportunities to supervise seasonal staff, and the chance to contribute to safe, vibrant parks year-round.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must complete IS-100 and IS-700 within three months.
• Preferred: 1–2 years grounds maintenance experience; CDL and pesticide license.

Responsibilities

• Operate mowers, string trimmers, edgers, blowers and other turf maintenance equipment.
• Assist with turf care practices such as mowing, aeration, overseeding, topdressing, fertilization and weed control.
• Support irrigation system checks, basic repairs and adjustments.
• Apply fertilizers and pesticides under supervision and in accordance with safety standards.
• Update work orders and maintenance logs daily.
• Assist with trash and debris removal from parks, sports fields and public areas.
• Support snow and ice removal operations, including after-hours and weekends.
• Assist with setup and clean-up for special events.
• Collaborate with other division staff and assist in other turf and landscape maintenance areas as needed to meet operational needs.
• May lead and coordinate seasonal workers under supervision.
• Drive City and/or personal vehicle to perform essential functions.
• Help maintain and clean shop areas and equipment.

Skills

High school diploma

Valid driver's license

IS-100 training

IS-700 training

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Class B CDL with airbrakes

Kansas Pesticide Applicator license, category 3B

Job description

City of Lenexa's Parks and Recreation department is hiring a Parks Turf Technician I to maintain city turf and sports fields under supervision. You will operate mowing and trimming equipment, support irrigation, apply fertilizers and pesticides, and keep logs updated.

This entry-level role offers training to develop turf maintenance skills, opportunities to supervise seasonal staff, and the chance to contribute to safe, vibrant parks year-round.