Parks Maintenance Technician Village of Cottage Grove Job at Wisconsin Park and Recreation Association , Cottage Grove, MN

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  • Wisconsin Park and Recreation Association
  • Cottage Grove, MN

Job Description

Parks Maintenance Technician 
Village of Cottage Grove 

Job Description
The Parks Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing all functions necessary for the maintenance of the Village's Parks, greenways, roadway boulevards, building grounds, and park facilities.

Position Accountability
General day-to-day supervision, administrative direction, and performance evaluation shall be received from the Parks Maintenance Supervisor.

Supervision Exercised
The Parks Maintenance Technician doesn't exercise any supervisory responsibilities. However, the position may work in collaboration with team members from other departments to complete assigned tasks or projects, and the Parks Maintenance Technician may provide task direction to these other team members and/or seasonal employees.

Major Duties & Responsibilities
The following provides an overview of duties related to this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

  • Perform maintenance and janitorial work at parks facilities: buildings, grounds, play equipment, athletic fields, etc.
  • Perform snow and ice control on sidewalks and streets manually and with power equipment.
  • Mow, aerate, fertilize, and spray turf.
  • Lead seasonal employees in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the Village's parks and greenspace.
  • Perform basic maintenance of equipment including greasing, washing, fueling, and winterizing.
  • Perform the necessary maintenance for the proper upkeep of parklands such as mowing grass and planting, cutting,and trimming trees, shrubbery, and flowers.
  • During summer months assist with Splash Pad maintenance.
  • Operate snow removal, salting, and/or sanding equipment to remove snow from Village parking lot surfaces and bike trails.
  • Operate heavy equipment such as end loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks, and backhoes in the construction and landscaping of park areas.
  • Inspects and repairs playground equipment, fencing, signs, and other park amenities.
  • Maintains athletic fields including ball diamonds, soccer and other fields and hard surface areas as assigned.
  • Performs a variety of general maintenance activities on park amenities including electrical, plumbing, irrigation, and carpentry.
  • Operates and maintains water and irrigation systems in parks.
  • Assist the Village Forester in planting, removal, and maintenance of all Village trees.

Qualifications
Education, Experience, & Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • A valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
  • Commercial Drivers license (CDL) must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
  • Must posses or obtain Certified Pool and Spa Operator Certification or equivalent within 9 months of hire.
  • WI DATCAP herbicide & pesticide applicator permit desired.
  • One to three years of experience in park or facility maintenance, construction work, or within skilled trades is desired.
  • One to three years of experience in basic plumbing and/or equipment operation is desired.
  • Knowledge of and the ability to use computers, tablets, and other devices to perform job functions.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with the public and contractors in the field.
  • Ability to safely operate various light and heavy machinery in the exercise of duties such as dump/plow trucks, skidsteer, brush chipper, small hand tools, and others as required.

Salary/Salary Range
$25.00 - $27.00 Hourly $2,000.00 - $2,160.00 Biweekly $4,333.33 - $4,680.00 Monthly $52,000.00 - $56,160.00 Annually

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Closing Date
September 8, 2024

Date Posted
August 12, 2024

Job Tags

Hourly pay, For contractors, Summer work, Seasonal work,

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