Parks Operations Worker I

TOWN OF APEX

invites applications for the position of:

Parks Operations Worker I

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: 46,238.40 - 56,638.40

WORK LOCATION: 2500 Evans Rd, Apex NC 27502

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm, some weekend and evening work may be required for events

POSTING CLOSING DATE: December 05, 2025 at 7pm

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Performs responsible semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of parks, greenways, buildings, playground equipment, and related facilities. Work involves maintaining and repairing facilities requiring skills in masonry, carpentry, plumbing, asphalt and concrete repair, landscaping and irrigation systems. Employees are accountable for the safety of facilities and related Town liability and must be conscious of safety methods to avoid injury to others and self. Work is performed under regular supervision and reviewed for timely completion of assignments and public acceptance of work quality.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:

• Works with team to maintain park trails and greenways, boardwalks, bridges, playgrounds, picnic tables and other park assets.
• Sets up tables and chairs in rooms as requested and sets up equipment for special events and festivals. Also handles trash/recycling removal and general cleanup before, during and after events.
• Operates a variety of heavy equipment and hand tools such as backhoes, tractors, excavators, dump truck, chainsaws, and mowers, trimmers and blowers.
• Assists with playground checks and assures needed maintenance items are recorded and repaired; performs carpentry, tile and painting work to improve and repair facilities.
• Assists with trade repairs including minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, painting and other trades work.
• Completes vehicle and equipment checklists and performs preventative maintenance on equipment to include greasing bearings, cleaning air filters, power washing; troubleshoots equipment when it stops working and identifies parts needed for repair.
• Organizes tools and materials in work truck and on work site; takes safety precautions to block worksite off from public.
• Gathers materials needed for project; calls in locate tickets if needed; follows instructions of Team Leader/Supervisor to complete work.
• Assists with snow and ice removal and works with other Town departments as needed and assigned.
• Performs landscaping duties requiring some knowledge of turf, plants, shrubbery and related tasks.
• Ensures all restrooms are clean and in working order; assures trash cans, recycle bins are emptied in a timely manner; completes work orders for tasks performed.

High school diploma or GED and a minimum of one (1) year of related experience.

Special Requirements
Possession of a valid North Carolina drivers license.
CPR, AED and First Aid Certification required within 6 months of hire.

WHO WE ARE:

Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of more than 72,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 680 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the high job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

• Free medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees
• 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)
• Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS)
• Traditional sick and vacation leave
• 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off
• $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)
• 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• 3 weeks of Paid Caregiver Leave
• Bereavement leave
• 13 paid holidays
• Longevity Pay
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive wellness program, and more!

KEEP IN MIND:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.