Open Space Technician Parks & Recreation

West Jordan, UT, United States

Job Description




Salt Lake County\xe2\x80\xa6A career with a purpose in the community you love!

Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.

What it is like to work here:

At Salt Lake County our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees\xe2\x80\x99 lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work life balance and room to grow and develop.

Surround yourself with:

Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live work and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Community is more than a place\xe2\x80\xa6.its our heart and service that bring us together.

We encourage a work life balance:

Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and one personal day every year.

Additional Benefits include:

  • Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution
Medical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option-Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designees
  • Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year, Flexible Spending Account
  • 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability option
  • Professional Development
  • Plus: Onsite medical clinic, childcare and gym; hospital insurance, pet insurance auto and home insurance and discounts at County facilities.
JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction, modification, maintenance, restoration, and repair of Salt Lake County open space. Includes trail construction and maintenance, resource management tasks, and general building and field maintenance; uses and operates a variety of manual and power tools and equipment; responds to requests and inquiries from the public and provides visitor information as necessary. Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Three (3) years of experience in construction, maintenance and/or repair of park: OR a combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid Utah Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License. Must have or acquire an herbicide and pesticide applicators license w/in 6 months of hire, as well as a class A Commercial Drivers License.

Coursework in park maintenance, resource management, or a related field is preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled construction, maintenance, restoration, and repair activities of open space and related facilities to ensure safe and efficient access for the public and staff.
  • Performs trail and road maintenance and construction duties, including trail brushing, clearing downed trees, erosion control and tread restoration; maintains and constructs drainage systems, trail bridges, culverts, fences and gates.
  • Performs resource management tasks, including identifying, removing, and spraying non-native invasive plants, pest control, identifying habitat concerns, and participating in data collection projects as assigned; provides information to staff as needed.
  • Plans, schedules, prioritizes and assigns maintenance and repair work in consultation with Supervisor; communicates status of projects to appropriate personnel, working cooperatively to schedule projects in accordance with established and special operational priorities; instructs staff in work procedures.
  • Trains and oversees employees, seasonal workers, and volunteers in work methods, use of tools and equipment, and relevant safety precautions. Inspects work to ensure quality control, proper use of equipment, and safety of participants.
  • Inspects assigned properties and facilities for construction and maintenance needs and recommends appropriate actions; assists in developing work plans, procedures and schedules.
  • Operates and maintains a variety of mechanical and power tools and equipment such as chain saws, drills, brush cutters, excavators, power augers, tractor loaders, mowing tractors, all-terrain vehicles, wood chipper and various hand tools required for construction, carpentry, plumbing and maintenance duties performed.
  • Attends monthly board meeting

Salt Lake County

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4317352
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    West Jordan, UT, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned