Technician I - Park Maintenance

Are you seeking employment that allows you the opportunity to make a visible impact in the local community each day you come to work? If so, apply to become a Technician I - Park Maintenance with the City of Harrisonburg's Parks and Recreation Department!

The Parks and Recreation Department Technician I - Park Maintenance is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $19.85 - $21.84 per hour (equivalent to $41,288 - $45,427 annually).  Applicants who cannot meet the qualifications for the Technician I level may be considered for another level within the department at an annual rate commensurate with applicant qualifications.

Preferred Hiring Ranges: 

Journeyman: $18.96 - $20.39 per hour (equivalent to $39,436 - $42,411 annually)

Technician I: $19.85 - $21.84 per hour (equivalent to $41,288 - $45,427 annually) 

As a Technician I in Park Maintenance, you'll:

• Mow grass, edge sidewalks and curbs, weed eat, trim trees and shrubs, spray herbicides, remove leaves and debris, and perform related landscaping duties in the maintenance of park grounds;
• Perform carpentry tasks in the repair, remodel, and/or replacement of park structures;
• Hang, replace, or repair walls, cabinets, doors, windows, floors, ceilings, and more;
• Paint interior and exterior of park buildings and facilities;
• Clean park facilities, including sanitizing bathrooms, performing minor plumbing maintenance, mopping, stripping, and waxing floors, dusting furniture, doors, and windows, and emptying trash cans;
• Maintain playground equipment, tennis courts, and enclosures, including placing mulch around playground equipment and installing new playground equipment;
• Make inspections to determine the condition of parks and other areas as to their need for maintenance care;
• Perform proper handling, spill prevention/response, and cleanup procedures for fuels and other pollutants to minimize entry into stormwater system;
• Perform detailed vehicle/equipment pre-trip inspections and clean personal items/trash from vehicle after use;
• Assist with snow and ice removal;
• Performs related tasks as required.

A list of the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities is available in the class specification.Minimum Requirements: 

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED and moderate (1-3 years) experience in the performance of general maintenance, grounds keeping, or parks maintenance work.
• At least 18 years of age;
• Trade certifications and coursework in maintenance, horticulture, forestry or related fields preferred but not required;
• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) required or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment;
• Click here to view the physical requirements for this position.

Interested in a career with Parks and Recreation but don't meet all of the minimum requirements above for the Technician I level? All applicants will be considered, for the level in which they qualify, at a rate commensurate with qualifications. 

The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• Drug screening as required by the Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA);
• FMCSA Clearinghouse Query;
• DMV record review;
• Job-specific physical; and
• Criminal background check.

 

To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 07/24/2024)

Salary : $39,436 - $42,411