Urban Services Maintenance Technician - Seasonal

Salt Lake City Corporation

27d•$18 - $20

About The Position

We are looking for Seasonal Urban Services Maintenance Technician’s. These positions will be responsible for the overall general ground's maintenance of city owned grounds, parks and recreation facilities. These positions will provide landscaping, mowing, fertilizing and ground's maintenance. Work Schedule: This position will work 40 hours a week. The work hours are Monday – Friday from 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Position Wage: $18.00/hr. - $20.00/hr. IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

Requirements

Ability to get to various Parks and Public Lands facility.
May require personal and city vehicle with a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.
Must be at least 16 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Experience in maintenance and landscaping.
Experience working for a city municipal park.
Experience operating light or heavy-duty equipment

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of duties required to maintain City-owned grounds, parks, trails, cemeteries, open spaces, and recreation facilities, including mowing, aerating, and weeding turf; cleaning restrooms; picking up trash; raking leaves; clearing sidewalks; and removing debris.
Assists with park-related projects such as laying sod, re-seeding, and planting of flowers and trees and inspecting and adjusting sprinkler systems.
Operates various types of handheld and light mechanical equipment including mowers, sweepers, blowers, and other grounds maintenance equipment.
May operate heavy landscaping equipment (not requiring a Commercial Drivers License).
Operates various types of vehicles, equipment and irrigation systems necessary to successfully complete assigned tasks.
Responsible for the preventive maintenance, minor repairs and adjustment of equipment to ensure the proper operation and safe efficient use.
Assist in the proper mixing and application of fertilizers, herbicides and other chemicals used in the care and maintenance of turf and landscaped areas.
Assist in the preparation of ball fields, parks and picnic areas when areas are specifically reserved by the public.
Inspects and cleans areas where unauthorized camping has occurred to make presentable for all to use.
May work with County Health Department and other City staff to clear areas occupied by person’s experiencing homelessness.
Perform related duties as assigned.