Parks Technician (Athletic Field Maintenance)

City of Aurora•Marathon Township, MI

1d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Joining the City of Aurora as a Parks Technician means trading a stuffy cubicle for the great outdoors and a meaningful connection to the community. This role primarily supports Athletic Fields, making it a dream job for someone with a true passion for professional-grade ballfield maintenance. Skilled manual work, irrigation repair, and turf management keep these premier athletic fields in championship condition year-round. Ideal candidates bring technical aptitude and a genuine desire to maintain municipal assets that every resident can enjoy. Expect a fast-paced environment where the office view changes daily, and the occasional rogue sprinkler head provides a refreshing surprise. Professionalism and a positive attitude are essential for those ready to build a career where the grass is genuinely greener on our side. The hiring range for this role is $21.32 - $26.65/hour. Salary to be commensurate with experience. Applications will be reviewed twice weekly; this posting will be open until filled. Please note that the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing application screenings on a first-come, first-served basis. As soon as we determine that we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. The Parks Technician performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties in the operation and maintenance of municipal park assets including parks, grounds, open space, right of ways, athletic fields, and commercial facilities including all associated facility structures and buildings.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
At least (2) two years of experience directly related to landscape maintenance
Class B Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement or shall get this license within the first (6) six months of hire
Valid Driver’s License with a good driving history

Nice To Haves

Experience in landscape maintenance
Experience in pesticide application
Experience in turfgrass management and maintenance
Experience in operating and maintaining irrigation systems
Sustainable Landscape Management (Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado) within the first (12) twelve months.
One Certified Landscape Technician Certificate in any of the following exterior maintenance categories: Softscape Installation, Irrigation, Turf Maintenance, or Ornamental Maintenance, or Principles of Turfgrass. Or shall get this within (12) twelve months of hire
Certified Pool Operator
Certified Playground Safety Inspector
Colorado Department of Agriculture Pesticide Operator License in the turf, right-of-way, or ornamental categories

Responsibilities

Performs skilled manual and technical work involved in the maintenance and operation of public grounds and facilities.
Assists with work planning by scheduling, organizing, and securing materials/equipment needed for the accomplishment of assigned Parks Operation tasks.
Demonstrates basic leadership skills by making proper field decisions and taking responsibility to ensure positive results
Efficient in pesticide and fertilizer application while maintaining proper safety practices
Conducts routine inspections and preventative maintenance on a variety of mechanical equipment, vehicles, and parks assets
Determines and obtains appropriate equipment and materials for specific tasks
Coordinates, trains, and monitors park employees while ensuring proper safety practices
Performs mowing, trimming, and turf maintenance tasks as needed
Operates and adjusts a variety of power and hand tools and equipment
Conducts preventative maintenance and assists in construction of grounds, facilities, and athletic fields
Assists in performing weed control using mechanical methods and/or by applying herbicides
Performs snow removal and sanding according to city standards and schedules; manages and maintains record-keeping system
Assists in irrigation installation, inspection, renovation, repair, and maintenance
Addresses complaints and concerns from citizens while in the field
Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community
Growing city and employee population
Rich benefits package with low employee costs
Generous paid leave program
100% funded Employee and Family Care Leave Program
Retirement pension plan and 457b plans available
Subsidized recreation center pass, on-site fitness centers and wellness programs
Continued education and career advancement opportunities