Park Maintenance Technician III

El Paso County•El Paso, CO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

El Paso County Parks is hiring a Park Maintenance Technician III to maintain and enhance County parks, trails, open spaces, and recreational facilities. Under the direction of the District Supervisor, this position performs skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled maintenance, operations, and construction work and coordinates daily crew activities. The role includes providing direction, training, and guidance to crew members, setting a professional example, and serving as the Supervisor in their absence as needed. The position requires regular in-person presence and receives intermittent supervision, with work generally performed according to established procedures and policies. Duties include grounds, turf, irrigation, horticulture, facility, and equipment maintenance; minor construction and repairs; trash collection and snow removal; and operation and care of vehicles, equipment, and power tools. The employee identifies and recommends minor capital improvements and needed supplies, coordinates volunteers, records inventory and work-order information, completes safety checklists, and supports special events. The anticipated schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., subject to change. Work takes place indoors and outdoors in varying weather, and evenings, weekends, or holidays may be required. The hiring range is $55,000 to $62,500 annually. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have three years of progressively responsible grounds maintenance or related experience. A valid driver’s license is required. A valid Colorado Class A Commercial Driver’s License must be obtained and maintained within six months of employment; El Paso County provides CDL training. Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and physical examination.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Three years of progressively responsible work experience in grounds maintenance or a related field.
Knowledge of horticulture, landscape maintenance techniques, sprinkler systems, and related equipment operation.
Knowledge of hand and power tools, painting, plumbing, and minor electrical repairs.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with County staff and the public, and provide excellent customer service.
Ability to effectively oversee work assignments and ensure they are completed safely, properly, and on time.
Ability to perform moderate to heavy labor in all types of weather and safely operate light and heavy equipment.
Must observe and follow safety procedures and precautions.
Basic computer skills, including standard applications and Microsoft Office.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must obtain and maintain a valid Colorado Class A Commercial Driver’s License within six months of employment; CDL training is provided by El Paso County.
Must pass a conditional post-offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and physical examination.
Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent education.
Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate day-to-day crew activities and provide direction, training, and oversight; perform supervisory duties in the Supervisor’s absence as needed.
Complete paperwork and special projects assigned by the District Supervisor.
Perform grounds, turf, irrigation, horticulture, facility, and equipment maintenance; minor construction; facility cleaning; trash collection; and winter snow removal.
Use specialized vehicles, equipment, and power tools for maintenance and improvement projects.
Operate light and heavy equipment and vehicles, including riding mowers, skid-steers, backhoes, turf maintenance equipment, and dump trucks.
Inspect, clean, and perform routine preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles.
Identify and recommend minor capital improvements and safety or maintenance needs in assigned areas, and identify supplies, tools, and materials needed for improvements.
Drive County vehicles and operate County equipment in accordance with County fleet guidelines.
Coordinate, train, and schedule volunteers performing related work.
Make recommendations to the District Supervisor regarding employee performance.
Record inventory data and complete weekly safety checklists and work orders.
Provide departmental support for special events and other activities.
Perform other duties as required.