Park Maintenance Worker - Full Time

Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day.

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs. Our employees also remain committed to serve the cultural, human, recreational and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.

We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

Closing Date: April 06,2025 or upon receiving 50 applications.

This role requires availability nights and weekends, some holidays

Parks Equity Statement

Milwaukee County Parks is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse work force that is demographically and racially representative of Milwaukee County residents. Milwaukee County Parks leadership is committed to honoring diverse experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, while fostering work environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Job Summary: Under supervision, perform routine tasks, upkeep/ maintenance, and monitoring of Parks, Park facilities, amenities and surrounding areas, including activities within; to ensure quality facilities and a safe environment; to preserve and enhance department assets; ensure quality service and product delivery.

Job Responsibilities

• Building and Facility Maintenance - Maintain Park buildings, structures, recreation centers, marinas/docks, ice arenas, pools by providing general & preventative maintenance/upkeep, safety inspections, repair and replacement of fixtures and equipment, cleaning & trash removal, facility set up, monitor activity.
• Athletic Fields and Recreation Facility Maintenance - Set up and maintain natural or synthetic athletic fields, Ice rinks, Indoor courts, weight rooms, gyms, and outdoor hard surface play courts, sand courts by industry practices to a standard level for maintenance, practice, and competitive play.
• Equipment and Amenity Maintenance - Inspect and maintain all equipment and tools related to the performance of job duties as well as any equipment provided for athletic field use and for use by the public including tables, bleachers, batting cages, poles and nets, goals, etc.
• Turf and Grounds Maintenance - Maintain Park green space to include, but not limited to, mowing, trimming, fertilization, aerification, seeding, weeding, planting, mulching, and irrigation.
• Parkway, Path, and Parking Lot Maintenance - Maintain Park roadways, drives, parking lots, and pathways to include, but not limited to, cold patching, line striping, cleaning catch basins, snow removal, and salting.
• Aquatic Facility Maintenance and Operation - Maintain and operate a variety of pools, splash pads and wading pools.
• Special Assignments, Projects, and Other Duties - Participate in special project teams; community outreach efforts; provide customer service, cash handling, maintain maintenance records, submit work orders, assist with training or monitoring seasonal employees, and other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Current resident of Wisconsin.
• Valid WI Driver’s License
• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull 50 lbs.
• High School Diploma
• At least 6 months of experience in Grounds, Landscape or Park Maintenance
  
  

License And Certification

• Class “B” CDL must be obtained within 6 months
• First Aid and CPR must obtained within 6 months
• WI 3.0 pesticide applicator's license required within 6 months
  
  

Preferred

• Associate’s degree preferred (Park & Rec, Horticulture, Agronomy, Turf Management)
• Ice Maintenance experience preferred
• CPO - Certified Pool Operator preferred or department approved equivalent preferred
  
  

Pay Range Hourly - $21.08 - $31.60

Note: This Original Examination is open to current residents of the State of Wisconsin. The selection process will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.