What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park department position at Hha?
Job Overview
Join our dynamic Parks Department and become a vital part of maintaining and enhancing our natural outdoor spaces! This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant outdoor environment, applying your skills in landscape maintenance, ecological restoration, and natural resource management. You will be responsible for caring for trees, plants, and grounds, ensuring the safety and beauty of our parks for visitors and wildlife alike. Your work will directly contribute to preserving the ecological integrity and aesthetic appeal of our parks while promoting outdoor recreation and community well-being. This paid position welcomes individuals passionate about environmental stewardship, outdoor work, and sustainable land management.
Responsibilities
- Perform landscape maintenance including mowing, pruning, planting, and groundskeeping to keep parks attractive and safe.
- Conduct tree care activities such as trimming, climbing, chainsaw operation, and hazard assessment to promote healthy growth and safety.
- Utilize GPS devices and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) tools for data collection, mapping, and natural resource management projects.
- Assist with ecological restoration efforts by removing invasive plants, managing pests with pesticide application knowledge, and restoring native habitats.
- Operate power tools, hand tools, heavy machinery, and landscaping equipment safely for construction work or grounds maintenance tasks.
- Implement safety protocols during all outdoor activities to ensure a secure working environment for yourself and colleagues.
- Drive vehicles in rural or park areas using commercial driving skills while adhering to traffic laws and safety standards.
- Collect data on plant identification, forest conditions, or habitat quality to inform ongoing conservation strategies.
- Support forest management initiatives through invasive plant management, ground clearing, or habitat restoration projects.
Experience
- Proven experience in landscape maintenance, groundskeeping or landscaping roles with knowledge of plant identification and horticulture principles.
- Supervising experience in outdoor settings or land management projects is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with GIS technology, GPS navigation tools, and data collection methods related to natural resource management.
- Construction experience involving the use of power tools such as chainsaws, trimmers, or other heavy equipment.
- Knowledge of ecological restoration practices including invasive plant removal and native habitat re-establishment.
- Hands-on experience with tree care including trimming, climbing techniques, and tree trimming safety procedures.
- Ability to operate grounds maintenance equipment safely while following strict safety protocols.
- Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions with physical stamina for heavy lifting and extended periods of outdoor activity.
- Valid driver’s license with driving experience in rural or park environments; commercial driving certification is a plus.
This position offers an engaging environment where your skills contribute directly to the health of our ecosystems while providing opportunities for professional growth in natural resource management and outdoor recreation support. Join us in creating beautiful, sustainable parks that serve communities today—and for generations to come!
Pay: $26.05 - $31.37 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $31