Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker (12497, Grade HL3)

Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance WorkerMontgomery Parks' Northern Parks Division is hiring a Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker at Olney Manor Recreational Park. This is a stable, full-time position for someone who enjoys outdoor work, working with equipment, and being part of a reliable crew that maintains parks used by the community every day.The Olney Manor Management Area comprises 44 parks. These parks cover 3841 acres and include 3 Recreational Parks, Local Parks, Conservation Parks, Neighborhood Parks, 50 athletic fields, 50 tennis courts, and 36 playgrounds. This team is responsible for maintaining these parks, so they are safe, clean, and welcoming for daily use, events, and recreation.Working under the direction of a Parks Maintenance Leader, this role performs a wide range of hands-on maintenance work. Duties include operating equipment, maintaining grounds, fields, playgrounds, and trails, and supporting seasonal and special projects alongside other team members. The work is physical, varied, and essential to park operations.This position offers steady work, clear expectations, and opportunities to build skills over time. Employees receive training, work with experienced staff, and have opportunities to develop additional equipment and maintenance skills. Schedules may include days, nights, and weekends as needed.Montgomery Parks is an award-winning park system and part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). Supported by more than 1,000 dedicated employees, we care for 416 parks, including trails, and natural spaces across Montgomery County, with team members working in a wide range of roles including park operations, public programs, park planning, public safety, and administration. Our work is visible in everyday moments, from safe, well-maintained trails to welcoming parks and community programs. Careers with Montgomery Parks offer purpose, stability, and the opportunity to make a visible, lasting impact where people live, work, and connect.Examples of Important DutiesField Operations and EquipmentOperate riding mowers and tractors with attachments to maintain parks, ballfields, and brush areasOperate trucks and equipment including non-CDL truck and trailer combinations, trash trucks, dump trucks with snowplows, front end loaders, backhoes, skid steers, and related heavy equipmentHaul materials, tools, and equipment to support daily operations and projectsPerform routine safety inspections and basic maintenance of vehicles and equipmentPark, Athletic Field, and Facility MaintenanceMaintain athletic fields including field layout, measuring and marking lines, aeration, overseeding, and fertilizationPerform routine grounds maintenance and occasional custodial maintenance and minor repairs to park buildings and structuresInstall and maintain park amenities such as signs, grills, picnic tables, fencing, and basketball equipmentTree, Landscape, and Environmental WorkPerform tree maintenance tasks including pruning and removal supportOperate chainsaws, chipping equipment, and stump grindersPerform preventive maintenance of stormwater facilities in accordance with Department of Environmental Protection standardsMaintain bioretention and rain garden facilities with balanced vegetation and weed controlPublic, Event, and Program SupportAssist with transporting supplies and setting up special events and programsProvide general assistance to park visitors and support park activities and eventsImportant Skills and CharacteristicsWorking knowledge of grounds and trail maintenance, landscaping, and basic facility and custodial workAbility to safely operate and inspect hand tools, power tools, chainsaws, mowers, tractors with attachments, and small trucks with trailersUnderstanding of safety practices and proper use of equipment, pesticides, and fertilizersBasic computer skills for standard work tasks and documentationAbility to follow verbal and written instructions and apply sound problem-solving skillsAbility to work effectively as part of a team and maintain positive working relationshipsAbility to communicate in another language is a plusWorking Conditions:Incumbent primarily works outside with a combination of office work occasionally or as assigned.Exposure to various elements and all types of weather conditions, waste, caustic chemicals, pesticides, wildlife, and potentially harmful insects (e.g.: bees, hornets, wasps etc.).Work requires constant kneeling, bending, twisting, lifting, and the ability to occasionally lift up to 100 pounds and regularly up to 50 pounds.An essential employee required to be on-call 24 hours for any emergencies.Must be available to work weekends and evenings as necessary.Additional Details:Please Note: The salary range listed above represents the earning potential for this position. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.All candidates who apply for this job will be considered not only for current openings but also for future Senior Parks/Facilities Maintenance Worker positions for up to six months, or until there are no more qualified applicants. Once this period ends, another job posting may be issued for new opportunities.Bilingual applicants are highly encouraged to apply.This position is a union-represented role covered by the MCGEO collective bargaining agreement.Minimum QualificationsPass Commission medical examination.18 years of age.Two (2) years of experience in groundskeeping, building maintenance or park maintenance, semi-skilled trade work (HVACR, plumbing, painting, masonry, electrical, carpentry).An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total two (2) years.Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of their position.Supplemental InformationClassification Specification Senior Parks Facilities/Maintenance WorkerMay be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or View phone number on click.appcast.io (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.BenefitsThe following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans. Eligibility You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.Retirement ProgramsDefined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.Plan C - 9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)Plan E - 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.457 (b) Plan (Optional) [Pre-tax and Roth]Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)Retiree Healthcare – Eligibility requires, at least 10 years of eligible service and continuous enrollment in M-NCPPC plans (or proof of continuous enrollment in comparable plans) during the 36 months immediately preceding your retirement date. Premium cost share based on years of serviceHealth Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical,