What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Technician position at City of Hampton?
Come join the Parks division of the Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Department!
If you enjoy the great outdoors and working daytime hours , we have a great opportunity for you as a part time Parks Technician. This role is crucial in preserving the natural beauty of Hampton, ensuring that our parks, green spaces and facilities are maintained, remain safe and are enjoyable for residents and visitors alike.
As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military
spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.
Minimum Qualifications
There are vacancies for this position at multiple locations and job assignments are subject to availability. Applications will be reviewed in the order received and this posting will remain open until all vacancies are filled.
If you enjoy the great outdoors and working daytime hours , we have a great opportunity for you as a part time Parks Technician. This role is crucial in preserving the natural beauty of Hampton, ensuring that our parks, green spaces and facilities are maintained, remain safe and are enjoyable for residents and visitors alike.
As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military
spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.
Minimum Qualifications
- A minimum of one (1) year of full-time equivalent experience as a technician, equipment operator, or in a skilled labor intensive position, preferably in more than one functional area. Graduation from high school or successful completion of the GED preferred.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
- This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
- Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
- Requires shift work to include evenings, weekends, and holidays and on-call emergency standby on a rotating basis.
- The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
There are vacancies for this position at multiple locations and job assignments are subject to availability. Applications will be reviewed in the order received and this posting will remain open until all vacancies are filled.
