Parks Maintenance Worker I - II

Employment OpportunityPARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER LEVEL I or IIOPENING DATE: 01/09/2026CLOSING DATE: Until filledJob openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. SALARY: Level I $19.83 - $29.74 hourly (salary will normally begin at the first step of the range, dependent upon education and experience) Level II $21.06 - $31.59 hourly (salary will normally begin at the first step of the range, dependent upon education and experience) GENERAL DESCRIPTION:Riverton City is seeking a full-time Parks Maintenance Worker - Level I or Level II, in the Public Works Department, Parks Division. This position participates in the maintenance and operation of developed parks maintenance zones within the Parks Division. Responsible for all maintenance practices associated with a comprehensive park system, such as irrigation, landscapes, turf, and open spaces. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:(These examples are not all-inclusive) Inspect, adjust, and make repairs on sprinkler systems, including sprinkler cleanout at the end of the season, using both culinary and secondary water systemsPerform maintenance of open spaces, which includes mowing, weed control, and fence repairPerforms daily maintenance of City parks by cleaning park pavilions, park restrooms, picking up and removal of trash, and other general park maintenancePerforms park safety inspections and makes light repairsOperate various types of heavy, light, and complex equipment used in the maintenance and construction of City parks, the cemetery, and recreation facilities, including backhoes, front-end loaders, mowers, tractors, hand tools, etc. (level II)Operate various types of heavy and light trucks used in the maintenance and construction of City parks, cemetery, and recreation facilities, including ten-wheel dump trucks, roll-off/hook trucks, etc. (level II)Assist as needed with landscape construction, soil preparation, aerating, planting of trees, shrubs, sod, and lawn seedPrepare sports fields for playAssist in the maintenance of the City Cemetery, including preparation, opening, and closing of burialsPerforms equipment maintenance, including but not limited to changing fluids, sharpening blades, cleaning plugs, cleaning filters, and repairing small enginesPerform the set-up and take-down of special events as neededAssists with snow removalAssists high-level parks staff in maintaining records, reports, and monitoring contractor maintenance serviceMaintains the security of city parksParticipates in on-call rotations, responding to after-hour callsAny other assigned responsibilities that would be required to maintain effective operations of the department MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Level 1 High School Diploma or equivalentMust possess a valid Utah Driver's License with a good driving recordMust be at least 18 years of age1+ years' experience in public works/parks is preferred1+ years' experience in irrigation and landscaping techniques is preferred1+ years' experience operating light to heavy equipment preferredMust have a Utah Pesticide Applicator License with an ornamental and turf category or obtain one within 6 months of hire Level 2 High School Diploma or equivalentPreferred to have a valid Utah Commercial Drivers' License with a good driving record Must be at least 18 years of ageMust have a Utah Pesticide Applicator License with an ornamental and turf category3+ years' experience operating light to heavy equipment required3+ years' experience in public works/parks is required3+ years' experience in irrigation and landscaping techniques is required KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Ability to follow oral and written instructionsMust be strong with decision-making abilities and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and other employeesAbility to perform manual laborAbility and willingness to work outside in various environmental exposuresStrong multi-tasking skills requiredExcellent customer orientation skills required SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen, a background check, provide a copy of their current Utah driving record, pass a Human Performance Evaluation (HPE) able to lift 50 lbs., and provide employment verification with Form I-9. This position has a six-month probation period.NOTE:We will respond by email, so be sure that Riverton City and the iSolved Talent Acquisition domain are selected on your safe sender's list. Riverton City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Created: 2026-03-10