JOB TITLE: Parks Technician I/II/III

DEPARTMENT: Parks, Trails and Recreation - Turf and Landscape Maintenance

SUPERVISOR TITLE: Parks Supervisor

SALARY RANGES: Parks Technician I: $18.09 - $22.83 per hour
Parks Technician II: $21.92 - $28.82 per hour
Parks Technician III: $24.51 - $32.23 per hour

Benefits: Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, education reimbursement, vacation accrual, sick leave and 11 paid holidays.

Closing date: This position will close at 2:00pm on April 5, 2024.

The City of Greenwood Village welcomes your interest in the Parks Technician position with the Parks, Trails, and Recreation Department. As a municipal organization, Greenwood Village is a provider of emergency services. Some emergency situations, including weather-related emergencies, may necessitate Greenwood Village employees to assist in areas of work that may not be directly related to the employee’s specific job function, but which will be within the physical capabilities, training, and skills of the employee.

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION:

The purpose of this position is to perform semi-skilled, skilled, and highly skilled labor involved in the maintenance and repair of parks, landscape areas, open spaces, rights-of-way and trails to assure these areas are safe, available, clean, functional, and aesthetically pleasing while following best management practices. The position also participates in snow and ice control activities; operates light to heavy construction equipment; and to direct a crew of seasonal workers in the performance of varied duties.

As a municipal organization, Greenwood Village is a provider of emergency services. Some emergency situations, including weather-related emergencies, may necessitate Greenwood Village employees to assist in areas of work that may not be directly related to the employee’s specific job function, but which will be within the physical capabilities, training, and skills of the employee.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Parks Technician I: This is the entry-level class in the Parks Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Parks Technician II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series. Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to obtain coverage by the Village’s insurance carrier is required.

Parks Technician II: This is the full journey-level class within the Parks Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Parks Technician I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level, or when filled from the outside, have prior experience and meet all qualifications. Possession of an appropriate, valid class "B" commercial driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to obtain coverage by the Village’s insurance carrier is required.

Parks Technician III: This is the advance journey-level class within the Parks Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Parks Technician II by years of experience and additional certifications and licenses. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the II level, or when filled from the outside, have prior experience and meet all qualifications.

Essential Function Statements: The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. The Village retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential and additional functions of the job at any time without notice.

Primary Duties – Crew Specific:

West Side Turf, Landscaping and Equestrian Trail Crew
East Side Turf, Landscaping and Ballfield Crew

• Mows, aerates, power rakes, overseeds, top-dresses, fertilizes, line trims, and edges turf areas in Village parks; sweeps trails according to a pre-determined schedule; maintains shrubs, planting beds, and tree rings, installs such landscaping items such as steel edging, mulch, plants shrubs, and performs sod replacement.
• Performs technical skills related to chemical application in turf areas, open space, natural areas, and in shrub and mulched beds; uses high pressured spray equipment and hand sprayers; maintains and calibrates all spraying equipment and chemical safety equipment. Also, performs manual weed control as needed in turf and planting beds.
• Utilizes a sidewalk sweeper to remove excess materials from asphalt trails and concrete sidewalks; maintains, repairs, and installs crusher fine trails.
• Performs and oversees the installation and repair of fences and barriers.
• Coordinates and performs perennial and shrub planting for replacement and/or planting bed developments including digging holes either by hand or using equipment; oversees and performs the fertilization of trees and plants and the mulching placement around trees and shrubs; coordinates and performs the pruning of plants for appearance, safety, and health of the plants.
• Maintains necessary logs; maintains records of all maintenance performed on equipment; maintains SDS and pesticide label on all chemicals in inventory and ensures material is transported securely and stored according to standards and codes.
• Performs trash and recycling removal duties at all parks, native areas, and roadside areas throughout the Village.
• Coordinates with other crews to ensure no disruption to other parks activities or maintenance operations.
• Performs physically arduous work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions.
• Utilizes electronic devices to operate centrally controlled irrigation software for turf maintenance operations.
• Operates light to heavy equipment and various hand and power tools to perform assigned duties.
• Operates tractors with attachments.
• Responds to and performs after-hours calls for service and emergency repair; works various shifts, as required, to provide necessary coverage, including responding to park concern requiring immediate attention outside of regular hours.
• Unique to West Side Turf, Landscapes, and Equestrian Trail Crew - Mows, line trims, and edges roadsides, open space, and equestrian trails Village Wide.
• Unique to East Side Turf, Landscapes, and Ballfield Crew - Ballfield maintenance including infield leveling and grooming. Synthetic Field management, maintenance and scheduled cleaning.

Snow and Ice Control – All Crews:

• Installs plow, sander, and other equipment on trucks; operates snowplows, sanders, and related snow removal equipment on an assigned shift.
• Operates a single axle pick-up truck, utility vehicles, snow blowers or shovels to remove snow and ice from trails and sidewalks. May operate single or tandem axle plow truck to remove snow and ice from streets.
• Loads sand in trucks using front-end loader and uses front-end loader to remove snow.

Leadership Responsibilities – All Crews:

• Leads, oversees, and participates in the work of the seasonal staff; reviews work to ensure proper work methods and techniques.
• Collaborates with assigned supervisor to determine priorities and objectives; reviews established work schedules for assigned crew.
• Identifies equipment and material needs; collaborates with other staff and contractors as appropriate.
• Maintains records on equipment and material used, reviews information with assigned lead and supervisory staff.
• Verifies the work of seasonal staff for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specification.
• Ensures adherence to standard safety precautions and practices.
• Trains employees in proper work and safety methods.

Miscellaneous Duties – All Crews:

• Communicates and interacts with members of the public; responds to customer service requests.
• Follows safety measures adhering to the Village’s safety policies and procedures; maintains and utilizes provided personal protective equipment (PPE) when conducting activities exposing employee to risk.
• Assists in special projects, including set up and take down for special events, participating in annual clean up programs, etc.
• Performs minor maintenance on equipment and/or vehicles.
• Cleans and maintains maintenance shop, tools, workspace, equipment, etc.
• Maintains inventory of parts and supplies; replenishes supplies, when necessary, according to Village purchasing policies.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Parks Technician I

Knowledge of:

• Equipment and tools used in the maintenance and repair of parks and open spaces preferred.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices preferred.

Ability to:

• Learn operations and activities of a park maintenance program.
  Learn to lead and oversee the work of seasonal staff.
  Learn to interpret, explain, and enforce maintenance policies and procedures.
  Operate a variety of maintenance and repair equipment, which includes various hand and power tools and light-duty equipment, in a safe and effective manner requiring hand/eye and hand/foot coordination.
  Perform a variety of physically demanding work for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions including extreme heat and / or cold.
  Perform heavy manual labor requiring a full range of physical motion including standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds, twisting and turning, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, crawling, reaching for objects with hands and arms, and using hands to finger and control objects.
  Perform work in high use parks in a safe and effective manner.
  Perform work along high-volume roadways.
  Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: One year of experience in the maintenance and restoration of parks preferred.
Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Certificates and Licenses: Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license and driving record satisfactory to obtain coverage by the Village’s insurance carrier.

Parks Technician II:In addition to the qualifications for Parks Technician I.

Knowledge of:

• General practices applied in turf maintenance and plant care.
• Operations and activities of a park maintenance program.
• Methods and techniques of repairing and maintaining parks and open spaces.
• Equipment, tools, and materials used in area of work assigned.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to:

• Perform park maintenance and restoration work.
• Lead and oversee the work of seasonal staff.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce maintenance policies and procedures.
• Operate a variety of maintenance and repair equipment, including various hand and power tools and light and heavy-duty equipment, in a safe and effective manner requiring hand/eye and hand/foot coordination.
• Perform a variety of physically demanding work for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions including extreme heat and / or cold.
• Perform heavy manual labor requiring a full range of physical motion including standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds, twisting and turning, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, crawling, reaching for objects with hands and arms, and using hands to finger and control objects.
• Perform work in high use parks in a safe and effective manner.
• Perform work along high-volume roadways.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Use independent thought and decision making.
• Prioritize items needing attention.
• Coordinate work site operations for efficiency and safety.
• Recognize hazards.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Be proficient in GIS/GPS to be able to add, remove and correct City assets.

Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Previous experience in parks maintenance preferred.
Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Certificates and Licenses: Possession of an appropriate, valid class "B" commercial driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to obtain coverage by the Village’s insurance carrier. Valid flagger certification and forklift certification required within 180 days.

Parks Technician III:In addition to the qualifications for Parks Technician I and II:

Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: A minimum of two years of experience in the maintenance and repair of parks. Previous experience in assigned area preferred.
Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Required Certificates and Licenses:

• Possession of a Colorado Pesticide Applicator’s License in at least Turf and Ornamental categories.
• Annual demonstration of proficiency in independent setup and use of large tractors with turf maintenance attachments through equipment training, qualification testing, and field operation (outside candidates have one year to demonstrate).
• Possession of Sustainable Landscape Management Certification
• Possession of at least one of the following:
  
  • National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Landscape Industry Certified Technician (1 of 5 tests)
  • National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Landscape Industry Certified Lawn Care Technician with Internal Yearly Training Requirements
  • National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Landscape Industry Certified Lawn Care Manager with Internal Yearly Training Requirements
  • Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS) Certified Grounds Technician
  • Sports Field Manager Association (SFMA) Certified Sports Field Manager

Exception for required crew specific certifications – if a qualified Parks Technician III internally moves between crews, they shall have one year to complete the new requirements to remain at a level III.

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Parks Technician I/II/III

Equipment Utilized:
Requires the capability to properly and safely operate a wide variety of equipment used in parks maintenance and restoration including large mowers and zero turn mowers; edgers; line trimmers; ATVs; UTVs; tractors with aerator, spreader, top dresser, and over seeder attachments; backhoes; front-end loader; skid steer; forklift; ball drag; blowers; sprayers; air compressor; portable generators; pick-up truck; single and double axel truck; snow blowers; and hand tools.

Contact with Others:
Primary internal contact is with own or other maintenance crews for purposes of completing assignments. Primary external contacts are with park users, and equipment or material suppliers.

Supervisory Requirements:
Receives general supervision from the Park Supervisors. May exercise technical and functional supervision over seasonal or temporary workers. Parks Technician III’s may exercise technical and functional supervision over Parks Technician I’s and II’s.

Hazards:
Frequently exposed to safety hazards from equipment operated, manual labor, and work in high traffic areas. Job frequently requires physical effort requiring lifting of objects weighing over 50 pounds. Ambient outdoor temperature extremes.

This position may involve working a variety of schedules, including evenings and weekends and may be subject to work beyond normal scheduled hours including an emergency call in resulting from being called out for emergency situations creating dangerous conditions for the community. Work schedules can be changed with little, or no notice and mandatory overtime may be required with little or no advance notification.