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Salary : $52,000.00 Annually
Location : 300 LaCrosse Street, Wisconsin Dells, WI
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-08
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Summary of Job
The Park Maintenance worker performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, and general labor duties in the maintenance, repair, and improvement of City parks, recreational facilities, buildings, waterways, and related public spaces. Under the direction of the Park Maintenance Lead and Park & Recreation Director, this position helps ensure City parks, buildings, recreational facilities, and waterways are maintained in a safe, clean, attractive, and operational condition.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Park and Facility Maintenance
  • Perform routine maintenance and repairs of City parks, recreational facilities, buildings, and grounds.
  • Assist with construction, renovation, and repair projects including shelters, roofing, masonry, sidewalks, fencing, playgrounds, boat docks, ramps, and other park improvements.
  • Maintain parks, landscaped areas, trails, River Walk, playgrounds, and recreational facilities in a clean, safe, and attractive condition.
  • Maintain athletic fields through mowing, grooming, lining, fertilization, overseeding, weed control, and hazard removal.
  • Assist with irrigation system maintenance and repairs.
  • Maintain Park restrooms, drinking fountains, picnic shelters, and other public amenities.
  • Perform interior and exterior building maintenance including carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical repairs, and general building upkeep.
  • Maintain boat launches, docks, and waterfront facilities.
  • Operate a variety of equipment including trucks, tractors, skid steers, commercial mowers, snow removal equipment, utility vehicles, sprayers, and other specialized equipment.
  • Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on equipment, tools, shops, and storage buildings.
  • Perform snow and ice removal, including plowing, shoveling, and salt/sand application for designated City properties.
  • Assist with special events, festivals, and seasonal park operations as assigned.
  • Assist the Public Works Department and other City departments during emergencies or operational needs.
  • Report unsafe conditions, damaged facilities, equipment malfunctions, and maintenance needs to the Park Maintenance Lead.
  • Maintain current knowledge of industry best practices, safety procedures, and equipment operation.
  • Comply with all City policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable safety standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
• Swimming Pool Operations
  • Assist in maintaining the public swimming pool and bathhouse in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations.
  • Monitor pool equipment, water chemistry, and facility cleanliness.
  • Safely handle and store pool chemicals.
  • Maintain or obtain Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification as required.
  • Assist with required inspection reports, maintenance records, and monthly checklists.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or ability to obtain within a timeframe established by the City.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification, or ability to obtain.
• First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Physical Demands of the Position:
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Walking, standing, bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching above and below shoulder level.
• Repetitive use of hands for gripping, grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
• Working on uneven terrain and in confined spaces.
• Operating equipment and tools requiring manual dexterity and coordination.
• This position requires occasional sitting.
• The employee must regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 80 pounds with assistance.

Vacation:
1 week after 6 months of service.
1 week after 12 months of service.
2 weeks after 2 years of service.
3 weeks after 7 years of service.
4 weeks after 10 years of service.
Years of Service at WRS agencies will be credited to the Vacation schedule.
Sick Leave:
8 hours of sick leave earned each month.
Unused sick leave may be accumulated to a maximum of 480 hours (12 weeks).
Paid Holidays:
Eleven paid holidays: New Year's Day, Easter (Good Friday), Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day and 1 Personal Holiday.
Health Insurance:
The city participates in the Wisconsin State Health Plan. The city contributes 88% of the lowest plan rate available toward the employee's chosen health plan. The employee is responsible for the balance of the insurance premium through a payroll deduction. Under IRS Section 106, employee contributions are taken out pre-taxed. Medical co-pays are $60 for the emergency room and 20% for any durable medical equipment. The city will reimburse the employee for two ER co-pays per year and all DME co-pays.
Prescription Coverage:
Co-pays vary.
Dental Insurance:
Employees are eligible to enroll in dental insurance, however premiums are paid 100% by the employee.
AFLAC:
While providing a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan for the city, AFLAC offers supplemental cancer, accident, disability and other supplemental insurance. Premiums are paid for by the employee through a payroll deduction. A Flexible Spending Account is also available under Section 105 which allows the employee to use pre-taxed dollars for out of pocket qualifying expenses.
Life Insurance:
The city participates in the Wisconsin Public Employers Group Life Insurance Program. Premiums are based on the employee's age and coverage amount. Premiums are paid for by the employee through a payroll deduction. Spouse and dependent life insurance is also available.
Wisconsin Retirement:
The city participates in the Wisconsin Retirement System.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan:
The city offers a deferred compensation plan for additional retirement savings. It is administered by VOYA Financial Services and contributions are made by the employee through a payroll deduction. There is no city contribution for this program as it is a voluntary employee option.
Clothing Allowance:
Varies by department.
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Do you currently hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?

• Yes
• No

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