General Maintenance Worker (NON PERMANENT)

Posting Close Date: 

Applicants must submit their completed application by 08-10-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

This is a non-permanent position that will work on an intermittent or seasonal basis.

Individuals in the classification may not exceed 1,300 hours in a 12-month period.

Work shifts are generally 6:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M., but may vary during scheduled
events such as tournaments and games.

Some positions may offer work shifts from 2:00 P.M. to 10:30 P.M.

Weekend and holiday work may be required.

Recruiter contact information: Should you have any questions related to this recruitment process, please contact Sandra Fata at ParksHR@tucsonaz.gov

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The General Maintenance Worker position at the City of Tucson’s Parks and Recreation Department performs essential outdoor maintenance tasks for city parks and landscaped areas.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Parks Maintenance Coordinator.  This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Removes litter and debris from landscaped areas, playgrounds, and public facilities. Cleans, disinfects, and services parks restrooms and ramadas, especially for special events and reservations. Collects trash throughout park areas. Assists with weeding, general landscaping, and other groundskeeping projects.

•  Prepares and maintains sports fields by performing routine grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing lawns and filling holes. Operates and maintains groundskeeping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers. 

• Assists in the installation, painting, and repair of playground equipment, ramadas, barbecue pits, tables, benches, signs, fences, small buildings, and other structures. Performs manual construction tasks to repair park's infrastructure, such as benches, ramadas, and fencing.

• Assists in moving and setting up booths, bleachers, tables, benches, and other equipment for civic events.

• Completes additional tasks as required to support park maintenance and operations. Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

Work involves heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazardous environment. 

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Some high school
Work Experience: Under one (1) year of directly related experience
License: Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior work experience in landscape maintenance
Prior work experience in custodial services

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J1403 - General Maintenance Trainee/Worker (NonPerm)

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade

G1010

Hourly Range

$16.50 - 24.75 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Intermittent Non-Permanent (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Part time

Department

Parks and Recreation

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. 

ABOUT US

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 pai