What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Maintenance Worker - Parks position at City of Iowa City?
Parks and Forestry Division / Parks and Recreation Department
Application deadline: Monday, September 14, 2026
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs
to apply online
Permanent full-time position available
Salary Range: $66,060.80 - $82,846.40 (starting wage contingent upon experience)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
Job Summary
Under direction, performs skilled and supervisory work, of a specialized and technical nature, in
the care and maintenance of the City's municipal park equipment, playground equipment,
facilities, grounds and other assigned areas. Work involves initiation, direction and performance
of specialized and technical tasks relating to the maintenance and care of municipal park
equipment, playground equipment, facilities, grounds, trails and other assignment areas and
the associated operating equipment. Performs related work as required.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Associates degree from an accredited educational institution; or three years of related
experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in park
maintenance. Forklift and backhoe certification completed within 6 months of hire. Satisfactory
driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial drivers license instruction permit upon first day
in position. Valid State of Iowa Class A commercial drivers license with air brake endorsements
within 6 months of hire. Meet federal drug testing requirements. Requires a pre-employment
drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Bachelors degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related
experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Playground
Safety Inspector.
More Information
Entry-level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required Commercial
Drivers License (CDL) is provided by the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete
ELDT and to take required CDL tests. Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the
CDL manual and practice test are available on the Iowa Department of Transportation website.
Application deadline: Monday, September 14, 2026
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs
to apply online
Permanent full-time position available
Salary Range: $66,060.80 - $82,846.40 (starting wage contingent upon experience)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
Job Summary
Under direction, performs skilled and supervisory work, of a specialized and technical nature, in
the care and maintenance of the City's municipal park equipment, playground equipment,
facilities, grounds and other assigned areas. Work involves initiation, direction and performance
of specialized and technical tasks relating to the maintenance and care of municipal park
equipment, playground equipment, facilities, grounds, trails and other assignment areas and
the associated operating equipment. Performs related work as required.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Associates degree from an accredited educational institution; or three years of related
experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in park
maintenance. Forklift and backhoe certification completed within 6 months of hire. Satisfactory
driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial drivers license instruction permit upon first day
in position. Valid State of Iowa Class A commercial drivers license with air brake endorsements
within 6 months of hire. Meet federal drug testing requirements. Requires a pre-employment
drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Bachelors degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related
experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Playground
Safety Inspector.
More Information
Entry-level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required Commercial
Drivers License (CDL) is provided by the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete
ELDT and to take required CDL tests. Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the
CDL manual and practice test are available on the Iowa Department of Transportation website.
Salary : $66,061 - $82,846