Unclassified - Leavenworth, KS
posted 2 months ago
The Park Technician I position is a vital role within the Parks and Recreation Department, specifically in the Parks Division. This position is responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled tasks that contribute to the maintenance and operation of parks, grounds, and recreational facilities. The technician will work under the direct supervision of the Park Foreman and will also receive indirect supervision from the Park Technician II. This role includes acting as a lead worker for community service workers, temporary employees, assigned KSP inmates, and volunteers as required and assigned. The essential duties of the Park Technician I include mowing and maintaining park areas such as baseball and soccer fields, cleaning and maintaining tennis courts, and assisting in the repair and installation of irrigation systems. The technician will also be involved in planting trees, shrubs, and flowers, as well as performing maintenance tasks such as seeding, fertilizing, and pest control. Additional responsibilities include setting up and taking down equipment for various park programs, maintaining municipal swimming pools, and performing routine maintenance on park facilities such as drinking fountains and restrooms. The role requires the technician to operate various types of equipment, including tractors, mowers, and snow removal equipment, while also maintaining specialized turf care equipment. The technician must keep current with safe techniques for building and grounds maintenance and perform custodial work as needed. Record-keeping of completed work is also a critical aspect of this position, along with assisting in snow removal operations and other duties as assigned.