Downtown Lead Worker

Downtown Lead Worker

Salary

$21.41 - $25.42 Hourly

Location

Parks Morris Hill, ID

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

23 -07784

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

Parks Administration

Opening Date

11/06/2026

Closing Date

11/20/2026 12:00 PM Mountain

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Summary Statement

Use your equipment operation and maintenance skills as a Downtown Lead Worker to support Boise's parks, downtown public spaces, waterways and irrigation systems. This varied, hands-on role operates equipment such as backhoes, skid steers and dump trucks while completing construction, landscaping, seasonal maintenance, and community event projects. The position also provides daily guidance and training to team members.

To ensure internal equity and alignment with the approved budget for this position, offers are made within the posted hiring range. Although the hiring range is fixed, employees receive an exceptional benefits and total rewards package that enhances the overall value of employment with the City of Boise.

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• High school diploma or equivalent and
• 4 years of experience working in facility and/or park maintenance.

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid state-issued drivers license.
• Must possess or be able to obtain Idaho Pesticide Operators License issued by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture within 6 months of employment.

Why the City of Boise?

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• 100% Employer paid medical coverage for you and your family.
• PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours' notice will be provided prior to closing. Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Essential Functions

Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Is capable of performing all duties of a Maintenance Worker and provides team support and training, as needed.

Operates forklifts, backhoes, skid steers, dump trucks, and other mid-size power equipment Inspects equipment to ensure safe operation and performs minor adjustments and emergency repairs.

Performs manual labor, construction, maintenance, custodial, and landscaping duties. Performs irrigation maintenance to include routine inspections, corrective action, winterization, and spring start up. Performs seasonal duties such as snow removal, downtown furniture relocation, flume maintenance duties, leaf collection, holiday operation obligations.

Facilitates aspects of special and community events.

Applies Herbicides and pesticides, ensure chemicals are properly stored, recorded, and complies with the City of Boise Integrated Pest Management program. Maintains records and data associated with the herbicide pesticide management program along with other data tracking functions.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

Additional Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Knowledge of:

• safe operation and basic maintenance of construction machinery and heavy equipment; and chemical application of herbicides and pesticides.

Ability to:

• communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.

Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• 6 years of experience performing parks and/or facility maintenance.
• Idaho Pesticide Operators License issued by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture

Special Requirements

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds, frequently lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds, occasionally lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds. The noise level is always moderate and frequently very loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, run, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Additional physical efforts include: uses power equipment and hand tools and performs paver work and ladder work..

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, extreme temperatures, in wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards, work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to bodily fluids and chemicals. Work is performed on or around busy roads, in winter conditions, on uneven ground and around overhead obstacles.

This position works: extra shifts and is subject to call in for fires, flood, and snow-removal and other emergencies.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
• Low-cost dental and vision options
• Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investment Plans:

• Required participation in PERSI Base Plan retirement benefits with standard employee and City contribution rates
• 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match
• 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

• Up to $500 cash per year for participants
• Alternative transportation incentives

Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave:

• 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
• 13 paid holidays every year
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

• Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
• Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Supplemental Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free local bus pass
• Corporate discount programs
• AFLAC
• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues

Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org

01

Are you at least 19 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid state-issued drivers license?

• Yes, I have a valid state-issued drivers license.
• No, I do not currently have a valid state-issued drivers license.

03

How many years of experience do you have performing construction, facilities, grounds or infrastructure maintenance?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years

04

Which equipment have you operated in a professional setting? Select all that apply.

• Forklift
• Backhoe
• Skid steer
• Dump truck
• Snow-removal equipment
• Other mid-size construction equipment
• None of the above

05

Which best describes your experience providing work direction or training to others?

• I have regularly assigned work, provided direction and trained team members.
• I have occasionally trained or guided coworkers.
• I have served as an experienced team member but have not formally directed others.
• I do not have experience training or directing others.

Required Question

Employer City of Boise

Address 625 W Idaho St

Boise, Idaho, 83702

Website http://www.cityofboise.org