Park Maintenance Worker

Hiring Salary Range: $17.55 to $21.94 per hour
Hyrum City offers a comprehensive benefit package

Hyrum City is seeking a full time Parks Maintenance Worker. Responsibilities include operating light equipment such as mowers, trimmers, tractors, snowblowers, and various hand tools; performs general landscaping and garden duties such as mowing lawns, planting flowers and trees, trimming grass; assists in installation and maintenance of sprinkler systems; performs general building maintenance and construction of small buildings; and
assists with snow removal during winter months.

Candidates must have considerable knowledge and experience with operating and maintenance of mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, tractors, and hand tools. Working knowledge of application practices for herbicides and pesticides. Basic skills in mechanics, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry; and must be able to lift 50 pounds with frequent lifting of 10 to 25 pounds.

Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with some overtime and emergency call
outs.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent and four years of experience in themaintenance, upkeep, and beautification of turf, parks, facilities, and related matters; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Utah State Driver’s License.
• Be able to obtain certification as an applicator of herbicides and pesticides through the State of Utah.
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector is preferred.

Benefits:
The following benefits are being offered for this position:

• Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and/or 401k)
• Health, Dental and Life Insurance – Traditional Plan City pays 82% of premium.
• Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Leave Pay - Holiday, Vacation, Short Term and Long Term Sick

Application and Selection:
Send a cover letter and resume to stephanie.fricke@hyrumcity.gov. Resumes are accepted until position is filled by a qualified candidate or withdrawn at the City’s discretion. A copy of the full position description is available at www.hyrumcity.org EOE. Upon employment employee must reside in Hyrum City or no further than fifteen miles from city office. Candidate must pass a preemployment background check and drug screen test.

Dated: September 10, 2024