What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Maintenance Worker II position at City of Hastings, NE?
- Wage: $24.09 -$33.39 per hour
- Benefits Offered
- No Testing Required
- Available Until: 5:00 pm CST, November 10, 2026
DEPARTMENT
Parks
SUMMARY
Maintain public grounds, cemetery grounds, equipment, buildings, parks, athletic fields, and facilities for the city. Exercise independent judgment in decision making. Ensure that work of crew is performed to departmental standards. Prioritize work.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent; two years' experience in repair and maintenance of grounds, buildings, and/or facilities. Irrigation experience preferred. Mechanic experience preferred.
Special Requirements
- Possession of or ability to obtain CDL license within one year of employment.
Possess and maintain herbicide license. Must be obtained within one year of date of hire.
Essential Functions of the Job
- Assist in the training and direct activities of seasonal and Parks Maintenance Worker I employees.
- Serve as a lead worker of a crew performing a combination of duties:
- Equipment repair
- Landscaping
- Grounds keeping
- Pesticide handling
- Irrigation
- Tree trimming
- Mechanical Maintenance
See job description for complete details.
Residency requirement
30 minutes from duty station, per Google maps within six months of hire.
HOURS
40 hours per week.
Monday thru Friday, day hours with occasional evening and weekend hours.
Requires being on call on a rotation basis.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested individuals may apply online
Human Resources
1228 N Denver Ave
Hastings, NE 68901
402-462-3535
Deadline to apply: 5:00 pm CST, November 10, 2026
EOE/M/F/D/Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace/E-verify Participant
This position is subject to veteran's preference per Neb. statute 48-225 thru 48-227.
Salary : $24 - $33