Parks Tech I, II, III

Overview

Parks Technician I II III

Salary $23.79 - $32.61 Hourly

Location Parker, CO 80134

Job Type Full Time

Job Number 1524-25

Department PARKS,RECREATION, OPEN SPACE & FORESTRY

Division PARKS

Opening Date 09 / 04 / 2025

Closing Date 9 / 25 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Mountain

Want to do meaningful work that has a real impact on the community? Please join Parks, Recreation and Open Space as a Parks Technician. Our mission is to maintain a friendly, hometown atmosphere. We value teamwork, participation, creativity, and individual initiative. We believe leadership can occur at all levels. We offer growth and educational opportunities, including training courses and a Flexible Work Arrangement program for qualifying positions, as well as a comprehensive benefits package focused on work / life balance and well-being. We would be honored to have you join the Town of Parker family!

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, perform a variety of tasks in the maintenance and operation of the Town's parks, trails, medians, and building grounds. This position is safety sensitive and participates in pre-employment and random drug testing under Town policies.
• Perform front line day-to-day labor in horticulture, turfgrass maintenance, general maintenance, athletic operations, mowing, irrigation maintenance, special events, and snow removal.
• Participate in a rotation program through multiple properties to ensure skill development and effective / efficient coverage.
• Assist in snow removal of town parking lots, trails, sidewalks, residential streets, and other areas; assist in setup, teardown, and cleanup of special events.
• Service and maintain assigned equipment; perform minor mechanical adjustments and repairs; check fuel, oil, coolant; maintain tire pressure and appearance; maintain usage records.
• Care for horticulture maintenance including annuals / perennials, bed maintenance, design, plant ID, ordering, planting, and pesticide application.
• Care for turfgrass maintenance including aerating, fertilizing, topdressing, seeding / sodding, pesticide application, and mowing / trimming.
• General maintenance including trash cleanup, amenity care (benches, trash cans, art), installations, and light construction (concrete, fence, electrical).
• Athletic field care including daily prep, routine maintenance, and equipment maintenance.
• Irrigation care including design, installation, testing, startup / shutdown, repairs, maintenance programming, monitoring, and audits.
• Attend trainings to maintain certification, compliance, and competence.
• Ensure compliance with Town policies and divisional rules and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Hiring Timeline

Please note : Spark / Video interviews may be sent out during the recruitment process; if invited for a video interview, the submission is required to move forward in the process.

Working Conditions

The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee generally encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.

Tools & Equipment

Hand tools, various electric and gas-powered tools and equipment used in the maintenance and operation of parks, buildings and stormwater facilities including trucks, tractors, mowers, trimmers, sprayers, loaders, backhoes, trenchers, snow removal equipment, first aid equipment, computer / software, and an automobile.

Physical Demands

Requires regular sitting, standing, walking, talking, and handling; extensive physical activity including heavy lifting up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting over 100 pounds with assistance. Vision requirements include near / far acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision. Clear and effective verbal and written communication required.

Environment

Work is performed in indoor and outdoor settings with varying temperatures; noise levels vary from moderate to loud; occasional exposure to fumes, chemicals, bodily fluids, and other hazards. May work near moving mechanical parts and may encounter mechanical or electrical hazards.

The Town of Parker is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please contact jobs@parkeronline.org with questions regarding this position.

Employer : The Town of Parker

Address : 20120 E Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado, 80138

Phone : 303-805-3329

Website : http : / / www.parkerco.gov

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and / or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.

Technician I / II / III

18 years of age or older, with a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Colorado driver's license; safe driving record and a minimum of two years of driving history.

Technician I

This entry-level position emphasizes limited and routine tasks and duties. Six (6) months of experience in parks maintenance or related field preferred. Knowledge of park / trail system locations; basic park maintenance; effective communication. Certifications to be obtained within one year : Flagger Certification, CPR / First Aid / AED Certification.

Technician II

One (1) year of experience as a Parks Technician I or two (2) years of equivalent experience outside the Town of Parker in parks maintenance operations. Moderate knowledge of parks maintenance; ability to perform most daily tasks independently. Certifications to be initiated within six months and obtained within one year : Class B CDL with tanker endorsement and air brakes. Certification to be initiated within one year and obtained within eighteen months : Certified Operator Colorado Pesticide Applicators License in Turf and Right of Way.

Technician III

Two (2) years of experience as a Parks Technician II for the Town of Parker, or four (4) years of equivalent experience outside the Town in parks maintenance with two (2) years snow removal experience. Advanced knowledge of parks maintenance; competency in three of : irrigation, mowing, turf, athletics, horticulture, or general maintenance. Certifications to be initiated within one year and obtained within eighteen months : Colorado Department of Agriculture Qualified Supervisor Pesticide Applicator's License in Turf and Right of Way, NIMS 100.

Employment Standards

Knowledge of equipment, materials, techniques in municipal park maintenance; plant identification; turf, horticulture, irrigation; safety practices; computer skills; verbal and written communication. Ability to operate / maintain heavy and small landscape / maintenance equipment. Ability to work independently and coordinate with Town Departments and others. Ability to work irregular hours, weekends, holidays, or during emergencies; may carry an emergency pager. Ability to pass pre-employment background check.

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