Maintenance III or IV - Parks

Job Description

Job Description

Job DescriptionThe City of Saratoga Springs currently has an opening for a Maintenance Worker III or IV – Parks. This is a full-time position with the Saratoga Springs Public Works Department of approximately 40 hours per week. This position performs skilled work pertaining to landscape maintenance and maintenance of Saratoga Springs City parks, streetscapes, park facilities, and other City of Saratoga Springs property. This employee also functions as one of the City's principal "on-call" employees for after-hour emergencies related to area of responsibility and for snow plowing. This position acts as a lead worker for assigned Seasonal Maintenance - Parks employees, providing on-site directions to complete tasks and projects. Monday - Thursday 7:00am to 6:00pm.Works under the specific direction of the Maintenance Supervisor – Parks and the Parks Superintendent, and the general direction of the Public Work Director. All employees are also under the general supervision of the City ManagerJob ResponsibilitiesMaintenance Worker IIIPerform all aspects of turf management, mowing, line trimming, edging, aerating, fertilizing, herbicide spraying, overseeding, and sod replacement using a variety of application equipment and techniquesProvide care and maintenance of trees, shrubs, and flowers (i.e. planting and proper pruning)Inspect City parks, play grounds and facilities to identify special maintenance and care needsAssist in the repair and maintenance of equipment, vehicles, and toolsRepair and installs irrigation systemsRemove graffiti and repairs vandalism of City propertyClear snow off park sidewalks, and other City walkways, and assist in snow removal of City streets and facilities. Perform maintenance on snow removal equipmentPerform winter projectsSchedules and monitors irrigation system on city propertyPerforms other duties as assignedJob ResponsibilitiesMaintenance Worker IVProvides front-line supervision to Seasonal Maintenance Workers - Parks on a project-by-project basis as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor – Parks, Parks Superintendent, or other City ManagementPrioritizes and schedules work of assigned Seasonal Maintenance Workers - Parks, and then monitors work progress and employee performance for accuracy and effectiveness; reports any concerns to Maintenance Supervisor – Parks and/or Parks SuperintendentPerform all aspects of turf management, mowing, line trimming, edging, aerating, fertilizing, herbicide spraying, overseeding, and sod replacement using a variety of application equipment and techniquesProvide care and maintenance of trees, shrubs, and flowers (i.e. planting and proper pruning)Inspect City parks, playgrounds and facilities to identify special maintenance and care needsAssist in the repair and maintenance of equipment, vehicles, and toolsRepair and installs irrigation systemsRemove graffiti and repairs vandalism of City propertyClear snow off park sidewalks, and other City walkways, and assist in snow removal of City streets and facilities. Perform maintenance on snow removal equipmentPerform winter projectsSchedules and monitors irrigation system on city propertyPerforms other duties as assignedQualificationsMaintenance Worker III Education & Experience:Graduation from high school or GED equivalentFour (4) years previous experience in parks maintenance, landscaping, or related field.Maintenance Worker IVEducation & Experience:Graduation from high school or GED equivalentFour (6) years previous experience in parks maintenance, landscaping, or related field.Special Qualifications & Certifications:Must possess a valid Utah CDL class A Driver's License, with a Tanker endorsement or be able to obtain one within 6 months.Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)CPRFirst AidCity Works work order documentationCertified Utah Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicators License, category #3 Ornamental turfLTAP Winter Weather TrainingOSHA Confined Space Training / LTAP TrainingHeavy Equipment Safety OperationsHeavy Equipment OperationsIrrigation and Troubleshooting trainingQualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL)Trench ShoringTrench Safety / Competent PersonOSHA 10 - Workplace, Equipment, and Jobsite safetyLTAP Heavy Equipment Operation (Hands On)*Backhoe or Excavator - Level 1, or Front-End Loader - Level 1, or Skid Steer - Level 1Weather TRAK Central Control and Troubleshooting (Weathertrak University)Water Distribution 2 (or higher), or Collections 2 (or higher) CertificationSupervisor/Leadership TrainingAt least two (1) of the following:Irrigation Association (CLIA, CIC, CIT, CID, CIWM)International Society of Arboriculture (Certified Arborist, Municipal, Urban Forest)OSHA 30OSHA HAZWOPRNRPA Certs (CPRP, CPRE, CPSI)Water Distribution IVPGMS Certs (CGT, CGM)PGA CertsSTMA Certs (CSFM, EFC, SFMA)Utah Backflow Technician II TesterAt least two (2) of the following:Water Distribution IIProper Wiring and grounding of irrigation systems and controllers (Paige certification)Proper Products and Techniques for Solvent Welding PVC (Certification)Hydropoint/Hunter/Rainbird Uni. CertificateVertebrate endorsement for the Pesticide Applicators licenseFlagger Certification (LTAP)Registered Stormwater InspectorFall Protection Safety TrainingLift OperatorInsecticide Endorsement for the Pesticide Applicators LicenseUtah Backflow Technician I inspectorSunbelt cert - MEWP, Forklift, etc.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of:City policies and proceduresPrinciples and practices of park maintenanceModern landscape maintenance and care methodsBasic computer operations and applicationsCorrect use of the English language and vocabularyAbility to:Interact with the public in all situations while maintaining a professional, pleasant, and courteous demeanorFollow City policies and proceduresMaintain records and task listsOperate moderate to heavy equipment that is needed to perform maintenance dutiesReview and interpret basic to moderately difficult building and construction plans for public utility systemsCommunicate in a concise, effective and professional manner by telephone, in writing, and in personEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with developers, contractors, citizens, coworkers, and supervisorsExercise sound and good judgment at all times, but especially in emergency situationsDirect and work with Seasonal employeesPerform tasks with an attention to detail and a high level of accuracyUtilize basic functions in Microsoft Office software programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet ExplorerUtilize specialized software including, but not limited to, City WorksManage heavy workloads, prioritize, and multitaskBe a team playerProblem solveManage stressWork independently with general supervisionUnderstand and carry out written and oral instructionsWorking Conditions The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions-including but are not limited to the job functions, qualifications, and competencies listed herein-of this job in the working conditions below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The successfully candidate must be able to perform under the physical demands and work environment including but not limited to the following:Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 80 pounds.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office and moderately loud when in the field.Work may periodically require the employee to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.The employee may be required to work in outside weather conditions, in wet and/or humid conditions, in high, precarious places, near moving mechanical parts, near fumes, airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals, or near risk of electrical shock and/or vibration.Compensation and BenefitsSalary Range: The full salary range is as follows, please note hiring will normally occur at the Minimum of the range and will not exceed the Midpoint of the range:Maintenance Worker IIIMinimum - $25.62/hr. Midpoint - $30.74/hr. Maximum - $35.86/hr.Maintenance Worker IVMinimum - $27.98/hr. Midpoint - $33.58/hr. Maximum - $39.17/hr.Benefits:The City offers a competitive benefits package including several health insurance options (one of which has a $0.00 employee premium payroll deduction with Wellness program participation), dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurances, an EAP (including mental health short-term counseling services) for the whole family, a free Teledoc program for the whole family, monetary incentives for wellness program participation, and a HSA (health savings account) with an Employer match. The City also offers employees the option to elect to add on Vision, Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness, additional Life Insurance coverage and FSAs (flexible spending accounts).The City participates in the Utah Public Retirement System (pension). In addition, the City does not participate in Social Security so no Social Security taxes are deducted from your paycheck. In lieu of the City's Social Security contributions, the City contributes 6.2% of salary into a 401(k) retirement plan.Leave time benefits include 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually, 40 hours of short-term medical accrued annually, and 11 holidays annually.Schedule:Monday to Thursday 7:00am to 6:00pmClosing Date:Open until filled. 1st review September 21st, 2026.Disclaimer SUSPENSION OF PROCESS, ETC.: The City reserves the right to reject any and all applicants, to waive any requirement set forth in this announcement, and to hire anyone as the City Manager or designee deems to be in the City's best interest, all subject to legal requirements. Any application in response to this Announcement is at the applicant's sole risk and expense. Although the City anticipates hiring one of the applicants responding to this announcement, there is no guaranty that any responding applicant will be hired.Saratoga Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Application InstructionsThe City of Saratoga only accepts applications using our on-line application available at -ut.gov. All candidates are required to submit an online application. Please attach any supporting documentation to your online applications, such as cover letters, resumes, or proof of certifications. Please contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or View phone number on ziprecruiter.com if you have any questions. Pre-employment drug testing, proof of employment eligibility, and background check required.