Parks Crew Member

City of Middleton • Municipal Operations Center - Middleton, WI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Parks Crew Member supports safe, accessible, and well-maintained parks. They perform maintenance, repair, and operational activities under the Parks Foreman, including grounds and facility upkeep, seasonal operations, and forestry. Works independently and as part of a team, and may direct seasonal employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in parks or facility maintenance, construction, or a closely related field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within one year of employment.
• Ability to obtain the following certifications within one year of hire: Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Pesticide Applicator Certification, National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) S-130/S-190 Wildland Firefighter Training, Pool and Spa Operator Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing basic plumbing work.
• Experience operating maintenance, construction, grounds, or similar equipment.
• Dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, communicate effectively with coworkers and the public, safely operate tools and equipment, perform basic maintenance and repair work, and adapt to changing seasonal and operational needs.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, aquatic facilities, ice-skating facilities, conservancies, and other recreational areas.
• Operate a variety of vehicles and equipment, including dump trucks, tractors, loaders, mowers, turf equipment, sprayers, and hand and power tools.
• Care for trees, shrubs, flowers, turf, and other vegetation and assist with forestry, wildlife habitat, and natural resource management activities.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and minor mechanical repairs on mowers, small engines, and other Parks equipment.
• Complete general maintenance and repair projects involving carpentry, concrete, plumbing, painting, and basic electrical work.
• Perform snow and ice removal from sidewalks, parking lots, bike paths, ice rinks, and other public areas.
• Assist with seasonal operations, including opening, maintaining, winterizing, and closing recreational facilities, aquatic facilities, irrigation systems, and other Parks infrastructure.
• Assist with pond maintenance, memorial bench installation and maintenance, and other special projects.
• Provide work direction and guidance to seasonal and limited-term employees as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED