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Parks Tacoma

Parks Technician - Plumber

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$38.91 - $48.37/hr

Parks and Recreation Opening Date: 01/26/2026 Closing Date: Continuous The starting salary for this position is anticipated to be $43.40 per hour The full-salary range for this position is $38.91 ...

Parks Tacoma

Parks Technician - Plumber

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$38.91 - $48.37/hr

Join our team at Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live Who We Are Parks Tacoma is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA ...

Town of Monument

Park Tech I,II,III

Monument, CO · On-site

$54K - $68K/yr

Park Tech I: Entry-level Parks Technician. A Park Tech I performs a wide variety of routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the Parks Department. Skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled ...

Big Bear Mountain Resort

$19 - $22.80/hr

Seasonal Working at Big Bear Mountain Resort puts you in the middle of it all, with some of the West Coast's best skiing/snowboarding and mountain biking terrain at your doorstep and Southern ...

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How much do parks technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for parks technician in the United States is $18.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a parks technician?

Parks Technicians are professionals responsible for maintaining and caring for public parks and recreational areas. Their duties often include landscaping, repairing park facilities, planting trees and flowers, ensuring cleanliness, and sometimes assisting with community events. They also help with safety inspections and may operate various equipment to keep park grounds in good condition. Parks Technicians play a key role in making parks enjoyable and safe for the public.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a parks technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Parks Technician, you need knowledge of grounds maintenance, landscaping, equipment operation, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with irrigation systems, landscaping tools, and sometimes certifications in pesticide application or equipment safety are valuable. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills are important soft skills in this role. These skills ensure that parks are safe, attractive, and well-maintained for public use and enjoyment.

What are some common challenges faced by parks technicians in maintaining public green spaces?

Parks Technicians often encounter challenges such as managing high volumes of visitors, addressing unexpected weather impacts, and responding to urgent maintenance issues like damaged equipment or fallen trees. Balancing routine landscaping, irrigation, and safety checks with seasonal projects and community events can require effective time management and teamwork. Additionally, Parks Technicians must be adaptable and proactive in prioritizing tasks to ensure that parks remain clean, safe, and enjoyable for all visitors.

What is the difference between Parks Technician vs Park Ranger?

AspectParks TechnicianPark Ranger
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in landscaping or equipment operationHigh school diploma; often requires certification in first aid, CPR, and law enforcement or conservation training
Work EnvironmentGrounds maintenance, landscaping, equipment operation, and facility upkeepPatrol parks, enforce rules, assist visitors, and conduct educational programs
Employer & Industry UsagePublic parks, recreation departments, and conservation agenciesNational, state, and local parks, wildlife agencies, and conservation organizations

While both roles work in park settings, Parks Technicians focus on maintenance and operational tasks, whereas Park Rangers handle visitor services, enforcement, and education. The roles often overlap in outdoor environments but serve different primary functions within park management.

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Infographic showing various Parks Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,398 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

Conservation & Parks Technician - PT

Newtown, OH • On-site

Great Parks of Hamilton County
Traveler Accommodation • 201 - 500 employees
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$15.16/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Join our team as a Part Time Conservation and Parks Technician at Little Miami Golf Course.

A successful Part Time Conservation and Parks Technician perform a variety of natural resources and semi-skilled labor in developed and natural park areas. This position is an excellent opportunity to work outdoors and gain conservation and natural resources skills. The C&P tech assists in maintenance of park facilities, grounds, landscape beds, habitat, trails and equipment. Employee proceeds alone or with coworkers on regular duties, with guidance from supervisor. Refers unusual or difficult problems or situations to immediate supervisor. Required work on weekends, holidays, evenings and work outside of normal schedule.

Responsibilities:

  • Assists with removal of invasive and nuisance plants from natural areas. Mows and bush-hogs grass and brush land areas. Collects, processes and plants native plants and seeds. Assists in collecting data on park flora and fauna and conducting wildlife surveys. Performs various manual labor tasks to construct and maintain Great Parks’ trails, inspects trail conditions.   Collects information to advise manager or functional supervisor and implements based on need. 
  • Assists in the executing grounds and horticulture duties including mowing, planting, mulching and maintaining plants, flowers, shrubs and trees, prune trees and shrubs, weeds landscape beds, and removes leaf debris. 
  • Assists with minor repairs to buildings, facilities and roadways, including minor plumbing repairs, rough carpentry, masonry, painting, replacing signs, repairing roadways and trails by patching potholes, line striping, and other maintenance practices. 
  • Performs janitorial duties in all areas. Picks up litter, sweeps and mops floors, empties wastebaskets, and cleans restroom facilities.  
  • Assists with minor mechanical repairs and performs routine preventive maintenance to small gasoline engines in tractors, mowers, pumps, trucksters, trucks, and other equipment. Changes oil, lubricates moving parts, checks fluid levels, replaces belts, and performs other basic mechanical maintenance responsibilities.  
  • Performs job responsibilities in accordance with performance expectations, and within Great Parks’ policy and procedure. Exhibits regular and predictable attendance and punctuality. Works assigned schedule and demonstrated willingness and ability to work outside of regular schedule as required and approved.


QUALIFICATIONS
An appropriate combination of education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  An example of an acceptable qualification is:

  • High School degree or GED and some prior experience or education in parks & recreation, natural resources, facility management, horticulture, grounds maintenance, or related field. 
  • Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.


LICENSE OF CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License that meets GPHC current carrier guidelines. 


Benefits include enrollment in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and free or discounted use of many Great Parks of Hamilton County recreational activities.
 
Great Parks is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or any other classification protected under applicable law