Seasonal Parks Maintenance Technician

City of Sun Prairie•Sun Prairie, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists the full-time Parks and Forestry Crew staff in skilled park maintenance and landscaping activities throughout the city. This position often involves physically demanding work in adverse weather conditions for prolonged periods of time. Opportunities for overtime and flexible schedules! Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid, non-probationary WI driver's license. Applicants will be reviewed when submitted, position will remain open until filled.

Requirements

Experience with materials, methods, techniques and equipment used in landscaping/grounds maintenance.
Experience with operating and safely using tools, equipment, and vehicles.
Experience with maintenance and repair of tools, equipment, and vehicles.
Experience and/or education in trades such as carpentry, construction, small engine repair, plumbing, electrician, heavy machinery operation, etc.
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions usually acquired through a high school diploma or GED.
Ability to work holidays and weekends (on rotation), flexible shifts and hours!
Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid non-probationary Wisconsin driver's license.

Nice To Haves

CDL preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include mowing city parks and properties
Perform general and skilled maintenance activities at park facilities
Operate, repair, and maintain a variety of tools, equipment, and vehicles
Assist with general landscape maintenance including weeding, planting, spreading mulch, pruning, mowing, and watering throughout city parks, buildings, and properties.
Maintain athletic fields and courts and assist with special events.
Assist with snow removal on bridges, and multi-use paths
Assist with ice rink maintenance
Cleans and disinfects restrooms, sanitize toilets, sinks and drinking fountains, restock restroom supplies as needed, collecting trash in city parks and shelters.
Assist with light duty maintenance tasks such as painting, sweeping, playground equipment repair, cleaning and small parks projects.
May assist with tree trimming, tree removal, and brush chipping
May assist with woody and herbaceous invasive species management
Utilize computer systems for inventory and work order procedures.