Open Space Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

FLSA STATUS: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Open Space
REPORTS TO: Parks Manager/Open Space Manager
HIRING RANGE: $23.30 - $30.59 per hour
TOTAL Range: $23.30 - $36.70 per hour
NATURE OF WORK
The mission of every employee at the Town of Frederick is to "Foster an Exceptional and Inclusive Community that is Built on What Matters". Each employee is measured by the ability to adhere to the Town's core values of Family, Respect, Empowerment, and Dedication.
Under general supervision, the Parks and Open Space Technician I/II helps bring the department's motto to life by creating spaces and places for residents and their families to thrive. This position plays a hands-on role in maintaining safe, welcoming, and well-cared-for public spaces throughout the Town, including parks, open space, trails, medians, rights-of-way, municipal grounds, lakes, ponds, and other community amenities.
The role supports the daily care, improvement, and operation of Town outdoor spaces through landscape maintenance, turf care, irrigation support, trail and amenity maintenance, equipment operation, snow removal, public interaction, and support for Town programs and events. As assigned, this position may also support golf course maintenance.
This position will be staffed as a Technician I or Technician II based on experience, certifications, demonstrated skill level, and operational need.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs maintenance and repair duties for Town parks, open space, trails, municipal grounds, rights-of-way, medians, lakes, ponds, golf-related grounds or facilities, and other assigned public amenities.
• Maintains turf, landscaped areas, trees, shrubs, flowers, beds, hardscapes, and natural areas through mowing, watering, trimming, pruning, planting, weeding, fertilizing, edging, renovation, removal, and general upkeep.
• Maintains open space areas, trail corridors, waterways, lakes, undeveloped properties, and related amenities, including weed control, invasive tree and shrub control, trail maintenance, litter control, wildlife and fish issue monitoring, and general site maintenance.
• Operates, inspects, and performs routine maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment used in parks, open space, landscape, irrigation, snow removal, and related maintenance operations.
• Maintains and repairs irrigation systems, including sprinkler heads, valves, drip systems, field adjustments, and basic irrigation plumbing repairs.
• Repairs and maintains public amenities and facilities, including playground equipment, picnic tables, benches, restrooms, grills, signs, trash receptacles, and related infrastructure.
• Applies herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers, and related materials in accordance with applicable laws, safety standards, certifications, and Town procedures; maintains required usage records.
• Supports snow and ice control operations, including clearing snow, leaves, and debris from sidewalks, trails, rights-of-way, facilities, sports fields, courts, and other assigned areas.
• Sets up appropriate traffic control devices when working in rights-of-way, medians, or other public work areas.
• Assists with setup, teardown, and logistical support for Town programs, events, and public activities.
• Supports Town golf course and golf shop operations as assigned, which may include golf course grounds maintenance, facility upkeep, event setup, course amenity maintenance, and occasional operational support.
• Responds professionally to on-site questions from residents, staff, contractors, and the public; refers complex or sensitive matters to the appropriate supervisor.
• Follows safety practices, uses proper personal protective equipment, identifies hazards, and reports maintenance, safety, or operational concerns.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of parks, open space, landscape, turf, tree, shrub, trail, irrigation, and general grounds maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, traffic control procedures, equipment operation, chemical handling, and applicable maintenance standards.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in parks and open space maintenance, including trucks, trailers, tractors, mowers, skid-steers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, trenchers, sod cutters, hand tools, and related equipment.
• Ability to operate assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, complete assigned work, and communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a field-based environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, initiative, and problem-solving appropriate to classification level.
• Ability to provide courteous and professional customer service in public-facing parks, open space, golf course, golf shop, and Town facility environments.
• Ability to learn and follow basic golf shop procedures, including point-of-sale, reservation, cash handling, inventory, and customer service practices, as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Education, experience, training, and certification requirements are dependent on whether the position is filled at the Technician I or Technician II level. Technician I is generally entry-level, while Technician II requires directly related experience, demonstrated technical competency, and greater independence in the field. Seasonal positions typically require little to no previous directly related experience, although related experience in parks, open space, landscaping, golf, grounds maintenance, equipment operation, or customer service is preferred.

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• Must be 18 years old

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Required certifications and training must be possessed at the time of hire or obtained within one year of hire.
Technician I and Technician II

• First Aid, CPR and AED certification.
• Basic pesticide training.
• Forklift certification.
• Flagger certification.

Technician II Additional Requirements

• Certified Operator Pesticide License in the Turf category.
• One of the following:
  • Landscape Technician Certificate, one category.
  • Irrigation Technician certification, golf or landscape.

PHYSICAL WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands listed herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. This list may not be all-inclusive.

• This position includes sitting, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, kneeling, bending, twisting, climbing, and balancing on a frequent to constant basis. Due to the physical nature of this position, sufficient physical stamina, mobility, and dexterity are required, as is the ability to hear and see to safely perform assigned tasks. Applicants must successfully pass a physical examination prior to being hired.
• Must be able to frequently lift and or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds.
• Must be able to read Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) before handling toxic or caustic chemicals or any other material requiring an MSDS.
• Employees are frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions, as work is most frequently performed outdoors. Employees may be exposed to inclement weather conditions, including moisture, humidity, and/or extreme temperatures, ranging from over 100 degrees to below zero degrees Fahrenheit.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vehicular traffic.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can be very loud at times.

ADAAA ACCOMODATIONS
The Town of Frederick is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Lori Trejo at LTrejo@FrederickCO.gov or by phone at 720-382-5583.
The Town of Frederick is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. The Town complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veteran's readjustment Act of 1974, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and all civil rights laws of the State of Colorado. Accordingly, equal opportunity of employment shall be extended to all persons and the Town shall promote equal opportunity and treatment through fair and equitable hiring practices. The Town of Frederick Administration Building is located at 401 Locust Street, Frederick, CO 80530.
Compensation: $23.30 - $30.59 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.