Join Our Team as a Parks Maintenance Technician!
Are you an experienced landscape or irrigation professional looking for stability, great benefits, and an excellent work-life balance? The Highlands Ranch Metro District is hiring a Parks Maintenance Irrigation Technician in our Parks, Recreation, and Open Space department!
In this role, you’ll use your expertise to maintain and operate irrigation systems across our parks, parkways, open spaces, and forestry areas while also performing various skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks.
We’re looking for someone who is:
✅ Hard-working, prompt, and responsible
✅ Capable of working independently or as part of a team
✅ Eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
If you're ready to bring your irrigation and landscaping skills to a team that values quality work and a supportive work environment, apply today! Salary is based on your experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Complies with District and industry related safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure the safety of self, co-workers, park users and the community.
Park related maintenance including but not limited to care of plant material, maintenance of park infrastructure, landscape projects, various equipment operations, minor construction projects, litter control, weed eradication, pesticide application, shelter and restroom cleaning, rule enforcement, snow removal, sidewalk sweeping, and assistance with special events.
- Will operate and maintain specialized equipment and tools as listed below under “Tools and Equipment Used.”
- Create/accept/complete work orders through web-based software.
- Assists other Sections as needed such as Facilities, Fleet, Open Space, Parkways, Recreation, Sports Fields, Forestry and Park Services.
- Assists in the training of and provides guidance for seasonal employees.
- Fulfills alternate duties and responsibilities as required or assigned by the Supervisor.
This position’s area of emphasis is Irrigation. Associated duties include but are not limited to:
- Programs and operates computerized, central irrigation system.
- Operates and maintains all aspects of irrigation systems.
- Operates and maintains pumps.
- Understands and adheres to water budgets, and ET based watering.
- Ability to read irrigation plans and as-builts.
- Operates electrical tracing devices.
- Responsibly tracks, stocks and purchases irrigation supplies.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
Serves as a member of various employee committees, as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: Tech I (Pays up to 26.12/hr)
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Two years’ progressive experience in park maintenance or related field.
Education and Experience: Tech II (Pays up to 30.24/hr)
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Three to four years’ progressive experience in park maintenance or related field.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of equipment, tools, materials, and supplies used in landscaping and grounds maintenance; working knowledge of equipment and supplies used to do minor repairs; working knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
- Fundamental knowledge of plant care and associated maintenance, including the application of pesticides.
- Work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
- Lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
- Effectively communicate in writing and verbally including comprehending, following, and transmitting written and verbal instructions.
- Establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
- Represent the District in a professional and composed manner.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Tech I (Pays up to 26.12/hr)
- Valid driver's license and good driving record.
- CPR certification or within one year of employment.
Tech II (Pays up to 30.24/hr)
- Valid driver's license and good driving record.
- CPR certification or within one year of employment.
- Must possess a valid Backflow Protection Assembly Tester Certification within one year of employment or advancement
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the direct supervision of the Park Maintenance Supervisor and may receive directions from Technicians II and III on projects and tasks as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Will supervise seasonal or volunteer employees as required and assigned.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
High pressure washer, pruning tools, chain saw, chipper, trencher, pickup truck with automatic/manual transmission, trailers and water truck. Lawn and landscape equipment including tractors, mowers, aerators, edgers, weed trimmers, two-cycle engines, seeders, sprayers, spreaders, utility vehicles, sweepers, plows, blowers, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, irrigation systems, miscellaneous hand and power tools for turf maintenance, carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and cement finishing work, valves, filtration devices, gauges, etc.
General office equipment such as telephones, copier/scanner/printers, tablet/cell phone, personal computers, work order system and various web-based software(s) and Microsoft products.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and smell.
The employee is required to enter confined spaces and spend a considerable amount of time in wet and muddy conditions.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and near moving mechanical parts. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places, and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
WORK SCHEDULE
Generally, the work schedule is 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Work schedules will vary depending on weather conditions, projects, events, programs, meetings, and staffing levels, and will include some evening, early morning, weekend, and overtime hours. The employee must be able to be on 24-hour call for a period of two weeks at least four times per year. The employee must be able to arrive at work within 60 minutes of notification. Potential exists to work a four-day/10-hour shift schedule.
This position is part of the District’s on-call/weekend schedule. This position requires you to be on call and work weekends as scheduled by the Parks Manager. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience panel interview and reference check, job related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
The Metro District is dedicated to the principles of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act and prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age over 40, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Pre-employment screening includes a background check, motor vehicle record check, and illegal substances screening.
ABOUT US
This is a special district serving the thriving, active community of Highlands Ranch with approximately 103,000 residents. We employ a variety of professionals in fields including public works, parks, forestry, finance, and recreation.
The Highlands Ranch Metro District, as the local government in our community, is committed to providing the following high-quality municipal services while managing resources wisely for Highlands Ranch such as; construction of major roads, installation and maintenance of landscaping and fences adjacent to major roads, installation of traffic signals and street lights on major roads, construction and maintenance of parks and trails, youth and adult outdoor recreation and sports programs, management and maintenance of extensive natural open space areas and so much more.
Highlands Ranch Metro District is a great place to work! We prioritize your well-being and recognize the importance of a work/life balance by offering outstanding benefits:
Health & Retirement!
- 100% paid employee-only medical insurance premiums
- 100% paid employee-only dental & vision insurance premiums
- 100% paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance premiums
- 100% contribution match for the pension plan
- Up to 6% contribution match for the optional retirement plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for additional medical expenses.
Work/life Balance!
- Earn 80 hours of vacation per year (120 hours after 5 years)
- 80 hours of sick leave each year (renews on work anniversary)
- 10 paid holidays
- 200 hours of medical leave
Wellness & Improvement!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support, guidance, and resources for employees and their families
- Up to $2,000 a year for education reimbursement
- Highlands Ranch Community Association recreation center pass for a discounted fee
Saving & Planning!
- Pension with employer 6.2% match
- Optional 457 deferred compensation plan to help employees plan for their retirement.
- Over 1,000 group discounts for employees on everything from legal assistance to cell phone bills to shopping.
We will accept applications for two weeks or until the position is filled.
Submit applications at highlandsranch.org/apply or if viewing this posting from our career center, click "Apply" below.
