Parks Caretaker II
Job in
Fairbanks, Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska, 99712, USA
Listing for:
Fairbanks North Star, Borough of (AK)
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
-
Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 10000 - 60000 USD Yearly
USD
10000.00
60000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Perform a variety of maintenance and repair tasks on parks and recreation facilities and equipment to keep them in an attractive, functional, and safe condition. Provide training and technical supervision for both full time and seasonal staff.
SALARY: 10A
REPORTS TO: Parks Facility or Recreation Area Manager
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Parks Caretaker;
Parks Groundskeeper;
Temp Staff
Responsibilities
Provide training opportunities and maintain training records on proper use of park equipment for both regular and seasonal staff.Operate a variety of equipment to include loaders, tractors, trucks, Zamboni, bobcat, snow blower, mowers, plow trucks, and other miscellaneous equipment. Provide routine and preventative equipment maintenance.Construct and maintain ice rinks, ball field layout, ski trail layout, and perform maintenance and upkeep tasks.Construct, repair, and maintain dugouts, backstops, fences, bleachers, picnic tables, signs and rink boards, and other wooden structures/products.Inspect and maintain playgrounds in accordance with ASTM and CPSC standards.Use power tools and equipment to repair turf, mow grass, fertilize, re-seed, cut weeds, clear brush, maintain underground watering system, remove snow, and sweep sidewalks and parking lots.Use hand tools to dig, grade, clear, spread, and tamp soil.Perform conversion support for special events.Plant seeds and bulbs, fertilize, prune, and water park and garden areas.Empty trash barrels, pick up litter, and perform janitorial duties.Load, unload, and store materials, equipment, and supplies.Supervise and direct work of casual labor crews during summer season. Instruct seasonal employees in the proper and safe operation of equipment/tools and operator maintenance and inspection procedures.Inspect Park recreational equipment and facilities; initiate maintenance and repair work orders. In coordination with Parks Maintenance Manager, assign personnel to projects, inspect projects after completion, and report work status.Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Three (3) years previous experience involving construction, general repair and upkeep of facilities/equipment, custodial and/or grounds maintenance using hand and power tools; up to one (1) year vocational training in a related field preferred.Minimum of two (2) years supervisory or lead experience.Mechanical experience performing routine maintenance on different types of equipment.Experience performing routine labor tasks in extreme weather conditions.Experience operating a variety of motorized tools and implements and light to heavy duty equipment (tractors, mowers, end loaders, etc.).Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer for a variety of computer programs (MS Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred).Must have and be able to maintain a valid driver’s license. Must meet insurance standards and maintain insurability under the Borough's insurance program. If personal automobile is used for Borough business, proof of automobile insurance at statutory limits must be provided. (A CURRENT COPY OF DRIVING RECORD WILL BE REQUIRED UPON REQUEST)Must be willing to work a variety of assigned shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and to work independently, displaying initiative and independent judgment.Ability to deal tactfully, courteously, and harmoniously with the general public, civic organizations, and special interest groups.Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Standard First Aid, Adult CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certifications, as recognized by the American Red Cross (or equivalent) within six (6) months of hire. (APPLICANTS WHO HOLD A CURRENT CERTIFICATION MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATION AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW.)Must have or be able to obtain Certified Playground Safety Inspector training within twelve (12) months of hire.Other
A PROFICIENCY TEST MAY BE ADMINISTERED.This position requires a criminal background investigation.Job Contacts
Frequent interdepartmental business contact; continuous routine public contact and frequent contact…
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