Parks Technician

City of Aurora•Aurora, CO

6d•$21 - $27

About The Position

We are seeking a Parks Technician to join the Parks Operations & Management Division. This role involves performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties, maintaining municipal assets. This includes parks, athletic fields, open spaces, grounds, and all associated buildings and structures. You will perform manual and technical work in the field to keep our public grounds and facilities in excellent condition. We need reliable people who can efficiently conduct basic turf maintenance tasks like mowing and trimming. You may also assist in repairing, installing, and maintaining irrigation systems. You must safely operate and adjust various hand tools, power tools, equipment, and vehicles common to the maintenance industry. The ideal candidate will effectively interact with the public and will must address complaints and concerns from citizens with tact and diplomacy while in the field. The work is physically demanding. You must be prepared to work both indoors and outdoors, often exposed to all weather conditions, noise, and fumes. You may need to lift and carry objects weighing up to fifty pounds. If you have the practical experience and ability to maintain critical city landscapes, we encourage you to apply. Hiring salary $21.32 - $26.65/hour Salary to be commensurate with experience. The deadline to submit applications is January 18, 2026. Please note, the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT 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

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: At least (2) two years of experience directly related to landscape maintenance
Knowledge of mechanical equipment and maintenance tools, maintenance and construction activities; athletic field layouts/dimensions and particular maintenance requirements; irrigation systems; locations to be maintained; effect of weather conditions on maintenance needs and procedures; policies and procedures for record keeping; snow removal procedures; and first aid
Skill in performing tool and equipment maintenance activities; adjusting equipment appropriately; using supplies safely and efficiently; transporting and operating equipment safely
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, supervisor(s), and employees; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; monitor activities of others; follow planning and organizational guidelines; recognize problems or hazards of equipment, buildings, and specific environments; make minor repairs in the field; handle complaints and concerns of citizens with tact and diplomacy; and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles
Class B Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement or shall get this license within the first (6) six months of hire
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, Ornamental Maintenance, or Principles of Turfgrass. Or shall get this within (12) twelve months of hire
Valid Driver’s License with a good driving history
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. cell phone, etc.) in the course of their employment

Nice To Haves

Experience in landscape maintenance
Certified Pool Operator
Certified Playground Safety Inspector
Colorado Department of Agriculture Pesticide Operator License in the turf or ornamental categories

Responsibilities

Performs skilled manual and technical work involved in the maintenance and operation of public grounds and facilities; and assists work planning by scheduling, organizing, and securing materials and equipment for the accomplishment of assigned tasks for the Parks Operations & Management Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department
Demonstrates basic leadership skills by making proper field decisions and taking responsibility to ensure positive results
Efficient in pesticide and fertilizer application and proper safety when handling either.
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 work of groups for designated tasks and in 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 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 additional duties as assigned