Parks Technician - Open Space and Trails (Part-Time) (82650)

TOWN OF ERIE • Erie, CO

15d • $20 - $20

About The Position

Part-time Open Space and Trails Staff perform a variety of entry level open space and trails related maintenance activities including mowing operations, safety and cleanliness inspections, minor construction work, trash and vandalism removal, noxious weed control, and other natural area related maintenance activities. This position may also occasionally support other work groups within the Parks and Open Space Division including work in Parks Maintenance, Athletics, and/or Forestry and Horticulture. Anticipated Work Schedule: Part-time staff may work up to 40+ hours per week and must be available a minimum of 16 hours per week. There is one primary shift group: M-Th 6:30am-5pm Flexible scheduling options may be accommodated based on work group needs. Employees in this classification are limited to 1,560 hours per year with no termination date.

Requirements

• Must be available to work a minimum of 16 hours per week.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Open space, trails, and natural areas maintenance including but not limited to mowing and trimming, fence installation and other related construction activities.
• Collecting trash and removing vandalism and graffiti.
• Noxious weed control utilizing mechanical and chemical methods.
• Performing a variety of heavy laboring activities utilizing pickup trucks, trailers, tractors, riding mowers, woodchippers, edgers, string trimmers, backpack blowers and various hand tools and other power maintenance equipment.
• Installing and maintaining concrete work, signage, fences, and open space and trails amenities.
• Performing snow removal activities either by hand, small equipment, or heavy equipment as assigned.
• Cleaning and organization of shop area.
• Arboriculture and horticulture assignments including planting and transplanting of plants, site preparation, installation, backfilling, staking, pruning, watering, and mulching.
• Turf maintenance, playground maintenance, hardscape maintenance, irrigation repair, and other related assignments.
• Athletic field maintenance including infield skin work, clay, field prep, and painting athletic surfaces.
• Applying herbicides and pesticides in accordance with prescribed guidelines; maintaining usage records.
• Safety checks of equipment and minor maintenance activities on vehicles and equipment.
• Following all safety protocols for working in traffic and congested areas.
• Working in ditches and confined spaces and all other work environments.

Benefits

• Free membership to the Erie Community Center
• Access to the Town's Employee Assistance Program (EAP
• Colorado Sick Leave (1 hour of accrued, paid leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year)
• Childcare benefits, including 10% discount to any KinderCare location in Colorado
• Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Plans
• Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub
• Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes

What This Job Offers

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