Parks Technician

City of Hampton•Hampton, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join the Parks division of the Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Department! If you enjoy the great outdoors and working daytime hours, we have a great opportunity for you as a part time Parks Technician. This role is crucial in preserving the natural beauty of Hampton, ensuring that our parks, green spaces and facilities are maintained, remain safe and are enjoyable for residents and visitors alike. As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.

Requirements

A minimum of one (1) year of full-time equivalent experience as a technician, equipment operator, or in a skilled labor intensive position, preferably in more than one functional area.
Graduation from high school or successful completion of the GED preferred.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Responsibilities

Preserving the natural beauty of Hampton.
Ensuring that parks, green spaces and facilities are maintained.
Ensuring parks, green spaces and facilities remain safe.
Ensuring parks, green spaces and facilities are enjoyable for residents and visitors alike.