Part-Time Parks Maintenance Technician SLC Cemetery

Overview

Part-Time Parks Maintenance Technician at the SLC Cemetery

Working for the Salt Lake City Cemetery offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of the most historic and significant cemeteries in the region. Located in Utah's capital city, the cemetery spans over 120 acres, making it the largest municipal cemetery in the country. This site is a historic landmark with ongoing significance in Salt Lake City and the State of Utah.

This position will be heavily involved in irrigation maintenance and groundskeeping of the entire Cemetery.

• Performs a variety of duties required to maintain City-owned grounds, parks, trails, cemeteries, open spaces, and recreation facilities, including mowing, aerating, and weeding turf; cleaning restrooms; picking up trash; raking leaves; clearing sidewalks; and removing debris. Assists with park-related projects such as laying sod, reseeding, and planting of flowers and trees and inspecting and adjusting sprinkler systems.
• Operates various types of handheld and light mechanical equipment including mowers, sweepers, blowers, and other grounds maintenance equipment. May operate heavy landscaping equipment (not requiring a Commercial Driver's License).
• Operates various types of vehicles, equipment and irrigation systems necessary to successfully complete assigned tasks. Responsible for the preventive maintenance, minor repairs and adjustment of equipment to ensure the proper operation and safe, efficient use.
• Assist in the proper mixing and application of fertilizers, herbicides and other chemicals used in the care and maintenance of turf and landscaped areas.
• Assist in the preparation of ball fields, parks and picnic areas when areas are specifically reserved by the public. Inspects and cleans areas where unauthorized camping has occurred to make presentable for all to use. May work with County Health Department and other City staff to clear areas occupied by persons experiencing homelessness.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Ability to get to various Parks and Public Lands facilities. May require personal and city vehicle with a valid driver's license or driving privilege card.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

• Experience in maintenance and landscaping.
• Experience working for a city municipal park.
• Experience operating light or heavy-duty equipment.

• Moderately heavy physical activity required to push, pull or lift medium weights up to 50 lbs and on occasion up to 80 lbs. Required to stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods. Exposure to weather extremes, noise, dust, fumes, etc. are routine.
• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE:
Part-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE: $20.00/hr - $21.53/hr

DEPARTMENT:
Public Lands

Full Time/Part Time:
Part time

Scheduled

Hours:

20

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness site.

• Health & Wellness: 95% City-paid medical insurance; dental, vision, life insurance; HSA with City contribution; wellness clinic for employees & families; EAP
• Financial Perks:
  Tuition reimbursement; retirement contributions; discount programs
• Paid Leave: 12 vacation days to start; 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday; up to 80 hours personal leave annually; 6–12 weeks paid parental leave

Recruitment support:
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The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Salt Lake City will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities in the application or interview process and in performing essential job functions. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at .

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a National Service Partner.