Senior Parks Operations Worker

Town of Apex•Apex, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Parks Operations Worker is a hands-on position on the Town of Apex Parks and Recreation team, maintaining parks, playgrounds, greenways, and Town facilities. The role involves skilled maintenance and repair work in carpentry, masonry, plumbing, landscaping, irrigation, and asphalt or concrete repair, with a focus on keeping public spaces safe, functional, and welcoming. The work takes place outdoors and in varied conditions, including extreme weather and environments with noise, chemicals, and mechanical equipment. The position provides team leadership, assigns daily work in the team leader’s absence or as assigned, and may complete special projects independently. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with special-event support and occasional work outside regular scheduled hours. The work location is 2500 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in buildings or grounds maintenance and repair, preferably in a park setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possess a valid North Carolina Class A CDL or be able to acquire one within 12 months of hire.
Obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification within six months of hire.
Possess Playground Inspection Certification or be able to obtain it within 12 months of hire.
Commitment to safety and responsibility while working around the public, equipment, chemicals, and varied weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

CPSI Certification.
North Carolina Pesticide Applicator license.

Responsibilities

Provide team leadership, input for evaluations and work performance, and assign daily work duties for the team.
Maintain park trails, greenways, boardwalks, bridges, playgrounds, picnic tables, and other park assets.
Set up tables, chairs, and equipment for events and festivals; handle trash and recycling removal and general cleanup before, during, and after events.
Operate heavy equipment and hand tools, including backhoes, tractors, excavators, dump trucks, chainsaws, mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
Perform playground checks, record needed maintenance, and complete repairs.
Perform carpentry, tile, and painting work to improve and repair facilities.
Lead employees and participate in facility maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, concrete and asphalt repair, and irrigation-system work.
Complete vehicle and equipment checklists and perform preventative maintenance, including greasing bearings, cleaning air filters, and power washing.
Troubleshoot equipment problems and identify parts needed for repairs.
Organize tools and materials in work trucks and at worksites; gather project materials, call in utility locate tickets when needed, follow supervisor or team-leader instructions, and take safety precautions to protect the public around worksites.
Assist with snow and ice removal and work with other Town departments as assigned.
Serve as lead worker when the Team Leader is absent and complete assigned special projects, including independent work when required.

Benefits

Free medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees.
5% contributions to NC 401(k) retirement plans; no matching required.
Participation in the Local Government Employees’ Retirement System (LGERS).
Traditional sick and vacation leave.
80 hours of Peak Paid Time Off per year after completion of probation.
$1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit payment for health and wellness activities after completion of probation.
Eight weeks of paid parental leave.
Three weeks of paid caregiver leave.
Bereavement leave.
13 paid holidays.
Longevity pay.
Tuition assistance.
Expansive wellness program.