Parks Maintenance Worker II-160928
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Parks Maintenance Worker II-160928
Salary
$51,292.77 - $71,809.88 Annually
Location
South Park Maintenance Shop - 9500 Riverdale Road Thornton, CO
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
07294
Department
Parks, Open Space & Cultural Arts
Opening Date
12/31/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
Our Mission
To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.
EEO
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Position classification
Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.
Description
Benefits
Questions
What Success Looks Like In This Job
Under general supervision, to perform a variety of duties involved in the maintenance of parks, trails, and related facilities.
Examples of Duties for Success
Perform the full range of turf maintenance duties, to include: watering, mowing, weeding, trimming, aerating, renovating, and fertilizing turf.
Perform the full range of shrub and flower bed maintenance, to include: planting, watering, fertilizing, and maintaining landscaped areas including bushes, trees, flowers and shrubs; control weeds.
Trim and prune bushes, trees, and shrubs to provide clearance of sidewalks, signs, and lights, as well as to ensure the continued health of the bush, tree, or shrub.
Perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of the irrigation system, to include: changing and adjusting heads, maintaining controllers, and assisting in irrigation system installation and maintenance projects.
Operate the full range of grounds maintenance vehicles and equipment including dump trucks, mowers, edgers, blowers, forklift, tractors, loaders, and hand and power tools; maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
Inspect and maintain play equipment, picnic tables, and other related parks equipment and facilities; install and repair playground equipment, fences, and other related parks equipment and facilities; sand and paint trash receptacles, picnic tables, and related items.
Identify plant and animal pests to be controlled; measure, mix, and apply chemicals to trees, shrubs, grass, and flowers to control weeds, insects, and plant disease; set and monitor rodent traps.
Remove fallen trees, stumps, fallen limbs, and related debris resulting from storm damage and general conditions.
Patrol parks and trails; identify maintenance needs and safety hazards; report needs to appropriate staff.
Remove graffiti along trails, in parks, and in other areas.
Rake leaves and clear debris from walks, trails, fields, and other facilities; sweep trail roads and parking lots; pick up trash.
Clean and maintain restrooms; stock restrooms with necessary supplies; repair toilets, urinals and faucets.
Identify equipment needs for each assigned project.
Perform winterizing maintenance in parks, gardens, and County owned facilities; remove snow.
Determine appropriate methods, sequences, and layout of work detail.
Assist in the construction of various projects; assist in the maintenance of roads and parking lots.
Deal courteously and tactfully with public in response to inquiries and complaints; provide information regarding rules and regulations of the parks, trail, and other facilities.
May assist in supervising/monitoring seasonal and volunteer staff.
Assist in the setup and operations of the Adams County Fair; prepare signs.
Perform other related duties ad responsibilities as required.
Qualifications for Success
Methods, techniques, and tools used in the construction and maintenance of trails, parks, landscaped areas, and related facilities.
Uses, purposes, and operating characteristics of basic parks maintenance tools and equipment.
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Plant and animals pests that are harmful to plants.
Chemical pesticides and herbicides and their use.
Operating characteristics of and repair principles used on irrigation systems.
Watering requirements for lawns, trees, and plants and various @types of soil.
Basic principles of supervision and training.
County policies, procedures, and codes related to grounds maintenance.
Use, operate, and maintain chemical spraying equipment in performance of chemical spraying duties.
Operate a variety of mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner.
Use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, and power tools and equipment.
Perform park maintenance, landscaping, reconstruction, and repair work.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
Deal tactfully with the public.
Interpret diagrams, plans, and blueprints.
Understand and follow oral and written direction; 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.
More Qualifications for Success
Experience: Two (2) years experience in the maintenance of trails, parks, or related facilities.
Education and Training:High school diploma or GED equivalent.
License or Certificate:
Candidates must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License within nine (9) months of hire.
Candidates selected for interviews will need to provide a current copy of their motor vehicle record.
Adams County is required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to conduct pre-employment drug screens, background checks and motor vehicle record checks.
Successful candidates must pass all of the above, including a DOT physical and a criminal background check.
Background Check:Must pass a criminal background check.
Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:
Ability to sit, stand, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 50 pounds.
Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, confining work space, electrical hazards, vibration, chemicals, dust, toxic waste, mechanical hazards, and explosive materials.
Availability for overtime, 24 hour on-call and stand-by call.
Ability to obtain, maintain, and ensure continued access to State and County systems in strict compliance with all applicable county and state regulations, policies, and user agreements.
Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA"). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!
Benefits You Expect:
AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan
Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
Generous Vacation/Sick leave
Long-Term Disability
Retirement Plan
Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Fitness Center
Employee Health Clinics
Flexible Work Schedules
Recreation Center Discounts
Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Wellness programs
Lactation friendly certified workplace
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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.
Yes, I understand and agree
Yes, I understand but disagree.
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Do you posses two (2) years experience in the maintenance of trails, parks, or related facilities?
Yes
No
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Do you posses a high school diploma or GED?
Yes
No
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Do you possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License within nine (9) months of hire?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213
Website
http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities
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