Description

The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a self-motivator and a team player for our Parks Technician 1 position to support City parks and recreation programs.

This position will perform a variety of maintenance work related to construction, small engine repair, irrigation, plumbing, electrical work, and horticulture to the City parks and recreations facilities. This role provides a dynamic blend of outdoor and indoor building maintenance and care.

The City of Wyoming has 21 parks, almost 700 acres of parkland, a senior center, market facility, and library that are outstanding and well loved by our community. The parks include splash pads, nature preserves, ponds, baseball, soccer fields, playgrounds, pickle ball courts, and much more.

The City pays for and trains employees to obtain and maintain a CDL, as well as other licenses and certifications. Additionally, the City provides employees with safety boots and shoes, cold-weather gear, and uniforms.

Requirements

This position is responsible for supporting City programs and functions within the area of parks and recreation by performing a variety of maintenance work related to construction and small engine repair, irrigation, and plumbing, electrical, and horticulture in relation to City parks, recreation facilities, recreation areas. and grounds. Employees in this position operate various types of equipment, tools, and vehicles. Many of the duties are routine and repetitive; however, independent judgment may be required to plan, prioritize, and organize diversified workload. Advice and leadership are available from the supervisor or their designee for complex issues or those requiring authorization.