Parks / Trails Maintenance Specialist - Part Time - No Benefits

Utah County Government

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, time-limited position with no benefits. The Parks / Trails Maintenance Specialist performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, construction, and repair work to clean and maintain Utah County parks and parkways. The role works under the direction of Utah County Parks personnel.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of park maintenance operations.
• Basic knowledge of use of hand tools and grounds keeping equipment.
• Basic knowledge of use of janitorial equipment.
• Basic knowledge of use of protective devices such as gloves and goggles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a current valid driver’s license.
• Must obtain a valid State of Utah Driver’s License within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains parks, parkways, restrooms, parking lots, pavilions, picnic areas, boat docks, and equestrian facilities.
• Maintains parkways, park grounds, and trails by mowing and edging lawns, raking leaves and removing trash, clippings, trimmings, and other debris; trims and cuts trees using chainsaws, pole saws, and hedgers.
• Cuts back brush from trails; sprays trails and various park areas to control noxious weeds and undesirable vegetation; assists in controlled burns.
• Assists in maintaining park sprinkler systems.
• Hauls topsoil; fills and levels designated areas; installs sod.
• Assists in preparing facilities for scheduled events and activities; assists in opening and closing parks and associated facilities as needed.
• Operates a variety of light equipment including tractors, trenchers, riding lawn mowers, fork lifts, lawn edgers, chain saws, etc.; assists in equipment maintenance, makes minor repairs, and monitors and reports overall equipment performance.
• Pressure washes picnic tables, pavilion floors, etc.; cleans park restrooms including floors, mirrors, toilets, and sinks; restocks toilet paper, soap, and air fresheners.

What This Job Offers

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