Job Description

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 30, 2025



Position: Parks Technician I or II

Department: Parks and Recreation

Supervisor: Director of Parks, Trails, and Recreation



Bargaining Unit: Teamsters

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Hours: 40 hours per week. Shifts may vary as needed and may include evenings and weekends.

PARKS TECHNICIAN I:

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair and maintenance of City parks, trails, and recreational facilities.

EXPERIENCE WITH SPLASH PADS OR RELATED RECREATIONAL WATER SYSTEMS IS HIGHLY PREFERRED!

/ Essential Duties:

These job functions are the essential duties of the position and are not all-inclusive of all the duties the incumbent may be assigned.


Maintains all City parks, trails, and recreational facilities to ensure they are in an attractive and safe condition. Duties shall include, but not be limited to, mowing, maintaining irrigation systems, maintaining pet stations, cleaning, and stocking restroom facilities, and operating and maintaining the skate park, splash pad, playground equipment and other recreational facilities and areas; Clears snow from trails and sidewalks around City-owned facilities, including park and recreational facilities, as needed; Assists with the planning, scheduling and implementation of construction, maintenance, and operation and construction activities designed to provide parks facilities and systems; Assists in the training of other employees to increase their skill of maintenance, construction and repair of park facilities and systems; Inspects and/or repairs various equipment at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly; Maintains a variety of records relating to inspections and maintenance activity; Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use; Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on equipment including but not limited to fueling, checking fluid levels, greasing, assessing the overall condition of machines and cleaning the interior and exterior of trucks, equipment, machinery, tools etc.; Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; Determines the locations of utilities and irrigation components as required prior to excavation; Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards; Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew; and Other duties as assigned.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Related to this Position:

The successful candidate will possess:

Considerable knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in maintenance, construction, groundskeeping, and repair activities; Skill in operation of the tools and equipment required to fulfil the duties of the job; Skill in the ability to utilize electronic technology used to perform the duties of the position; Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time; Ability to work safely and adhere to safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instruction; Time management and organizational skills; Decision making and problem-solving skills; Ability to remain self-motivated and highly productive; Strong Interpersonal skills; Ability to handle multiple tasks with limited direct supervision; Possess strong customer service skills;

Possess basic mathematical principles; Ability to effectively communicate on a one-to-one basis with the public, the supervisor, and coworkers;

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and Word) and the ability to learn and utilize various software and databases. Ability to operate computer systems effectively. Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations as they relate to the position. Ability to exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Supervision Received:

Works under the general supervision of the Parks Foreperson or as assigned.

PARKS TECHNICIAN II:

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair and maintenance parks, trails, and recreational facilities. Serves as the irrigation system technician and performs all setup, maintenance, and repair functions of the systems in the City.

/ Essential Duties:

These job functions are the essential duties of the position and are not all-inclusive of all the duties the incumbent may be assigned.

Performs advanced level work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the City's irrigation systems. Maintains all City parks, trails, and recreational facilities to ensure they are in an attractive and safe condition. Duties shall include, but not be limited to, mowing, maintaining irrigation systems, maintaining pet stations, cleaning, and stocking restroom facilities, and operating and maintaining the skate park, splash pad, playground equipment and other recreational facilities and areas. Clears snow from trails, sidewalks around City-owned facilities and other park and recreational facilities as needed. Assists with the planning, scheduling and implementation of construction, maintenance, and operation and construction activities designed to provide parks facilities and systems. Assists in the training of other employees to increase their skill in maintenance, construction and repair of park facilities and systems. Inspects and/or repairs various infrastructure, equipment and devices related to parks at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly. Maintains a variety of records relating to inspections and maintenance activity. Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use. Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on equipment including but not limited to fueling, checking fluid levels, greasing, assessing the overall condition of machines and cleaning the interior and exterior of trucks, equipment, machinery, tools, etc. Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor. Determines the locations of utilities and irrigation components as required prior to excavation. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards. Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Related to this Position:

The successful candidate will possess:

Considerable knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in maintenance, construction, groundskeeping, and repair activities. Knowledge of and advanced skill in working with irrigation system installation, repair, and maintenance. Skill in operation of the tools and equipment required to fulfill the duties of the job. Ability to utilize electronic technology used to perform the duties of the position. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time. Ability to work safely and adhere to safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instruction. Time management and organizational skills. Decision making and problem-solving skills. Ability to remain self-motivated and highly productive. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks with limited direct supervision. Possess strong customer service skills. Possess basic mathematical principles. Ability to effectively communicate on a one to one basis with the public, the supervisor, and coworkers. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and Word) and the ability to learn and utilize various software and databases. Ability to operate computer systems effectively. Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations as they relate to the position. Ability to exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Supervision Received:

Works under the general supervision of the Parks Foreperson or as assigned.

PARKS TECHNICIAN I Minimum Required Qualifications (Education, Experience and Training):

Graduation from high school education or GED equivalent; and Some parks-maintenance related experience is preferred, including the operation of mowers, weedeaters, and other related equipment. Any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work may be considered.

Special Requirements/Licenses or Certificates:

Must possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to obtain a Montana driver's license within 60 days of employment. Must obtain the Montana Pool Operator certificate within six months of employment. May be required to obtain Weed/Pest Control applicator's license. Offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, reference checks, and driving record check.

PARKS TECHNICIAN II Minimum Required Qualifications (Education, Experience and Training):

Graduation from high school education or GED equivalent; and At least one (1) year parks maintenance related experience, including the operation of mowers, weedeaters, and other related equipment; and At least one (1) year experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems; or Any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work may be considered.

Special Requirements/Licenses or Certificates:

Must possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to obtain a Montana driver's license within 60 days of employment. Must possess or be able to obtain a Montana Pool Operator certificate within 6 months of employment. May be required to obtain Weed/Pest Control applicator's license. Offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, reference checks, and driving record check.

Tools and Equipment Used:

Motorized vehicles and equipment including but not limited to pickup truck, utility truck, manlift, saws, pumps, compressors, sanders, generators, lawn maintenance equipment, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radio, and phone.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and weather extremes; Ability to communicate fluently in the English language, both in verbal and written formats, with sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities in person, by radio and by telephone, to answer questions and elicit information, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively; Frequently required to sit in equipment and trucks for extended periods of time while performing duties; While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, controls, and reach with hands and arms; Frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 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; Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration; Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock; Hazards are regular occurrences and are controlled and prevented by safety and performance standards; Closed-toed boots/shoes and other appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn; The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to extremely loud; and Employee may be required to wear facial respirators and will be required to comply with safety requirements, which may include the removal of long beards, facial hair, piercings, and jewelry.

Behavioral Expectations:

Employee treats all customers and coworkers with respect, dignity, and honesty and manages relationships and communications in a way that promotes the interests of all parties. Employee works through adversity in a productive and positive manner. Employee shows nonjudgmental respect for all other's perspectives. Employee appreciates the uniqueness, commonalities, and value of others. Employee maintains an appropriate level of transparency in their work and interactions with others. Employee stops disparaging remarks about others and does not participate in these remarks in front of the public or during work time. Employee does not hinder, obstruct, or interfere with the work of other employees. Employee does not show poor attitude (for example, rudeness or lack of cooperation) with others or supervisors by failing to perform reasonable requests, being insubordinate, or refusing to comply with instruction given. Employee does not abuse the use of materials, time, equipment, or property of the City. Employee's performance does not fall below average in quantity or quality in relation to the requirements of the job.

Safety Related Duties:

Follow the City's and department's work practices. Report occupational injuries, illnesses, and near misses immediately to supervisor. Follow supervisor instructions for obtaining first aid or medical attention. Participate in accident investigations as required. Participate in safety training. Suggest improvements in safety training requirements or programs to Supervisor. * Identify unsafe work conditions and unsafe practices. Correct hazards or report them to supervisor as appropriate.