Public Service Worker (PSW) I Parks (FT) Operations and Maintenance

Position Summary

The current opening is in the Parks Division. This position has a focus that includes general turf maintenance sports field maintenance tree and landscape maintenance and general building maintenance.

Under the direction of the divisional Field Supervisors and Lead Workers this position supports the Operations & Maintenance Department and provides for the operation repair and maintenance of the Citys streets parks water sanitary and storm sewer systems and other associated infrastructures. Provides high levels of customer service to both internal and external customers.

NOTES :

• Brooklyn Park Local 49 members will be given priority placement in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement at five (5) days
• 2026 / 2027 wages will be determined as negotiated with the Local 49

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Education

18 years of age or older

Experience

One (1) year of experience in equipment operation and general equipment maintenance for a maintenance operation

Licenses / Certifications

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Desired Qualifications

Work Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential duties of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to fully and safely perform the essential duties

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and / or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Brooklyn Park and the International Union of Operating EngineersLocal No. 49 AFL-CIO.

About Brooklyn Park

Brooklyn Park is a thriving northwestern suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city in the state with over 86000 residents and 30000 jobs. As the 11th fastest growing city in Minnesota the city has become even more vibrant because of our remarkable racial and cultural diversity. Approximately 60 percent of our residents are people of color 22 percent are foreign-born and more than a quarter speak a language other than English at home.

Vision Values and Goals

Additional Information

Department / Division : Operations & Maintenance / Streets Division

Anticipated Hiring Wage : $31.55 per hour plus full-time Local 49 labor agreementbenefit package

Pay Progression

Based on the Local 49 contract with the City of Brooklyn Park with satisfactory performance an employee would receive a 4% increase after 6 months followed by another 4% increase after one year. After year two the employee would receive a 7.5% increase. The current salary range is $31.55 - $40.18 Hourly. Note that wages are based on the 2024 / 2025 contract.

We welcome applications from all individuals including (but not limited to) : people of all abilities persons of color Veterans LGBTQ and women. If you need these materials in an alternate format or if you have a disability-related need and need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at either or via e-mail at .

Key Skills

Computer,Freelance,ICWA,General Maintenance,Fire Fighting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 31 - 40