What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician I (Tanglewood Park) position at Forsyth County (NC)?
Great opportunity to work in an outdoor environment in western Forsyth County by performing a variety of tasks associated with park maintenance operations. Employees will perform duties associated with maintenance of park grounds such as mulching, mowing, line trimming, backpack blowing, spreading gravel, repair fencing, leaf removal, snow removal, trail maintenance and general grounds maintenance tasks. Will have direct interaction with park patrons and will provide information and instruction to guest that are utilizing park facilities and assist with requests to ensure that facility is acceptable for rental period. This employee is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of a variety of 2-cycle equipment and some medium equipment (lawnmowers, and tractors) after training.
Employees may assist maintenance staff with the completion of small projects and work requests such as picnic table repair, staining, fencing, painting, maintaining public picnic shelters, cleaning public restrooms, replenishing public restroom supplies, trash removal, pet waste stations, pressure washing, cleaning of public grills, lock and unlock access gates and facilities. May assist with duties associated with special event preparations and clean up. Will assist with the installation and dismantling of light displays for the annual Festival of Lights. Responsible for operation and general maintenance of a variety of small equipment. Performs all related work as required.
Works schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm with occasional weekend duties during November and December
We are currently recruiting for this position, but candidate selected will start after July 1, 2026.A successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
Ability to follow written and oral instruction.
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
Ability to independently adhere to a time schedule.
Ability to maintain order and ensure compliance with rules.
Ability to operate and care for power equipment and hand tools.
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
Ability to independently adhere to a time schedule.
Ability to maintain order and ensure compliance with rules.
Ability to inspect and report needs for repairs.
Ability to regularly lift 50 pounds. Graduation from high school or GED and one year experience in basic building or grounds maintenance work.
A valid driver's license is required.
An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered for minimum qualification requirements.
Salary : $35,339 - $40,640