What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Technician II position at Boulder County?
Boulder County Public Works is seeking to hire a Parks Technician II. The Parks Technician II is the journey level classification in the Parks Maintenance series. The Parks Technician II performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties, requiring independent judgment, in the development and maintenance of County parks, open space, buildings, grounds and facilities.
This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday-Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm. This position will work out of 515 Coffman Street Longmont, CO. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt.
Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.
Hiring Salary Range: $50,004.00 - $60,300.00 Annually
Tentative Hiring Timeline:
First Round Interviews: May 5th
Reference Check: May 9th
New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month. Boulder County offers bountiful benefits, including pension contributions.
Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information.
- Performs maintenance and improvement projects on properties administered by the Parks and Open Space Department.
- Plans, organizes and directs maintenance and construction projects.
- Estimates time and materials needed for projects, and purchases materials when necessary to complete projects.
- Directs the work of other Parks staff, hourly employees and community service workers on assigned projects.
- Trains and monitors the other employees' work.
- Operates hand tools, power tools and equipment to perform skilled and semi-skilled tasks.
- Performs related work as required.
- May be reassigned in emergency situations.
PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of a high school graduation or equivalent and two years of parks or building and grounds maintenance experience.
Additional related education may count towards required experience.
DRIVER'S LICENSE& RELIABLE VEHICLE:
Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
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BACKGROUND CHECK & FINGERPRINTING:
A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL:
Candidates for this position will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Working knowledge of the use of materials, equipment and procedures necessary for parks and building maintenance.
- Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to parks and building maintenance.
- Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time and in all kinds of weather.
- Ability to work effectively with other employees, agencies and the public.
Physical Requirements
Back and Upper Body
Occasionally mows with self-propelled 135 or 175 lb. power mower or cut weeds with 15 lb. power weed whacker (supported with harness), moving from side to side. Occasionally shovels dirt and gravel and digs holes for posts using clam digger and or 19 lb. digging bar. Occasionally lift 43 lb. T-port driver (two man lift with handles) shoulder height to drive metal fence posts. Occasionally lift (two-man lift) eighty-pound cement bags and carry to work site. Occasionally lift and position with assistance ramps to allow tractor loading and unloading from trailer. Occasionally lift and operate two handed 60 lb. jackhammer to break rock. Occasionally picks up and removes trash. Must lift 40 lb. trash bag from ground level to truck bed height of 42 inches (could be two-man lift).
Hands and Arms
Occasionally operate 2-3 lb. hand pruners held overhead. Occasionally operate 15 lb. chain saw with two hands. Requires fine motor dexterity to adjust and maintain power equipment.
Body Movement
Frequently must walk over uneven, rough terrain either pushing, pulling, or carrying equipment. Requires agility to maneuver over limbs, branches, creeks, boulders, etc. Frequently requires ability to sit and drive tractor with mulcher while looking back. Occasionally kneel on angled surfaces to plant flowers and do other work on the ground.
Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $50,004 - $70,596
