Parks Project Grounds Technician

Position Title:

Parks Project Grounds Technician

Job Posting Closing Date:

***OPEN UNTIL FILLED***
[Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted]

Provo City is seeking a full-time Parks Projects Grounds Technician to perform work related to construction, maintenance, and installation of various projects in the Parks division.

This position involves constructing diverse structures and maintaining a variety of grounds and landscapes. Civic-minded individuals qualified to perform these duties and interested in supporting the parks offerings provided to Provo residents are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Details

What is the compensation?

(G23, G24, G25) $21.46 - $32.62 per hour (depending on experience)

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4/10 work schedule​, and others.

What are the main duties?

• General work in the construction trades including excavating, sub-grading, trenching, final grading, concrete work, painting, electrical, masonry, roofing, framing, plumbing, and carpentry.

• Develop, install, and maintain special park and ground improvement projects.

• Construct pavilions, facilities, and various other structures.

• Maintain grounds, hardscapes, and softscapes.

• Monitor employee and public safety, ensure utility markings are current on each job site.

• Ensure OSHA and other regulations are followed.

• Install playground equipment and fall arresting surfaces.

• Perform general custodial services and cleanup of restrooms, pavilions, playgrounds, picnic tables, benches, bleachers, and other facilities.

• Remove snow and ice, winterize water lines, and perform other seasonal activities.

• Set up equipment for special events.

• Prepare estimates for landscape projects.

• Operate a variety of equipment and tools related to the job.

• May supervise and train lower-level employees.

What are the minimum requirements?

Provo City will honor equivalent experience at all levels.

At all Levels

• A valid lawful Utah CDL.

Level I

• One year experience in lawn and tree care, general construction, light/heavy equipment operation, and/or other job-related experience.

Level II

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Two years of experience as a Grounds Technician I OR three years of general construction, grounds maintenance, or other job-related experience.

• Utah Pesticide Applicator License may be required.

Level III

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Three years of experience as a Grounds Tech II OR six years of general construction, grounds maintenance, or other job-related experience.

• Utah Pesticide Applicator License may be required.

What is the selection process?

This position is open until filled and will be closed when sufficient, qualified applications to proceed with a competitive selection process have been received. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements listed above to be eligible for consideration. If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administratio