Lead Parks Worker

Lead Parks Worker

Salary

$29.68 - $37.63 Hourly

Location

City of New Berlin Utility, 4000 S Casper Dr New Berlin WI 53151, WI

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

202600045

Department

Department of Public Works

Division

Parks

Opening Date

11/10/2026

Closing Date

11/24/2026 4:30 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision from the Parks Supervisor, the Lead Parks Worker performs advanced skilled work, and leads a crew of staff responsible for the daily maintenance and repair of City-owned properties including general landscaping, trail maintenance, playgrounds, and shelter preparation. The role emphasizes leadership, safety compliance, quality control, and positive public interaction in a community-focused parks environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Leads, supervises, and participates in daily maintenance and repair of City-owned properties, including general landscaping, trail maintenance, playground inspection and repair, and shelter preparation, and ensures work meets department standards and safety protocols.
• Trains, mentors, and assists with evaluation of crew members (full-time and seasonal staff); provides guidance on proper techniques, equipment use, and best practices.
• Plans and schedules assigned crew activities.
• Operates and maintains a variety of heavy and specialized equipment (tractors, loaders, mowers, aerators, sprayers, etc.); ensures equipment is serviced, cleaned, and stored properly; troubleshoots minor mechanical issues.
• Manages inventory of supplies, materials, and chemicals; orders as needed; tracks usage and prepares basic reports on maintenance activities, budgets, and project status.
• Applies fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides safely and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; holds or obtains required applicator certifications.
• Assists with forestry, athletic field maintenance, special event, or snow & ice removal as required, leads crew in emergency response or inclement weather preparations.
• Promotes safety protocols and enforces PPE use; participates in incident investigations and recommends improvements.
• Serves as a liaison with the public; provides courteous customer service, communicates playground & shelter closures to Parks Supervisor, and resolves complaints.
• Participates in planning for capital projects, or upgrades; may assist in budget recommendations, grant applications, or vendor coordination.
• Purchases supplies as required, under the direction of the Parks Supervisor.
• Performs routine inspections of play structures and repairs and maintains as needed.
• Collaborate with the City Forester to assess and address the horticultural and forestry needs within the parks, including necessary plantings and tree removals.
• Performs and/or assists in the planting, maintenance, and removal of trees, shrubs, flowers, and turf on all city greenspaces.
• Performs on-call duties as assigned and according to Division's Standard Operating Procedure.
• Performs other duties as may be related or assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of computers for data entry, spread sheets and e-mail correspondence.
• Ability to organize, coach and motivate work crews.
• Knowledge of all applicable safety regulations.
• Ability to perform and instruct assigned personnel in various duties and assist the Supervisor in the overall direction of projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively, courteously and tactfully with staff, city officials and the public.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor.
• Ability to withstand extreme weather conditions and working outdoors and inside structures.
• Ability to be available for emergencies that necessitate working at any time outside of normal work hours, and willingness to attend occasional meetings outside of normal work hours.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma.
• Valid Wisconsin drivers license (Class A CDL preferred or ability to obtain within 1 year)
• 5-6 years of experience in general landscaping.
• At least one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience (may be substituted with demonstrated leadership in a parks setting)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3.0 pesticide certification is preferred but must be obtained within 1 year of hiring date.
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Certification is preferred but must be obtained within 1 year of hiring date.

SUPPLMENTAL INFORMATION

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Tasks involve standing for an extended period of time.
• Times where exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Task involves periods of time at a keyboard.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

• The task requires close visual acuity to perform various activities.
• The task requires oral communications ability.
• The task requires sound perception.

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE

BENEFITS 2026

Please note that these descriptions are general statements, and all benefits will be determined by the applicable plan documents in effect. Benefits are subject to change and may not be enrolled in without meeting qualifying event deadlines and necessary eligibility.

HEALTH INSURANCE

Employees have the option of enrolling in a High Deductible Health plan offered by the City with a $2,000 single deductible and a $4,000 family deductible. The effective date of coverage is the employees start date.

Employee Monthly CostSingle$141.08Family$366.78

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT

The citys health insurance is an HSA plan. The city contributes to the employees Health Savings Account with a total of $300/year for those on an individual plan and $600/year for those on a family plan.

HERO Program

The City offers a voluntary spousal health reimbursement program for employees who are currently enrolled in another group health plan.

DENTAL INSURANCE

Employees have the option of enrolling in Delta Dental with employee premiums paid entirely by the City. Employees can choose to purchase coverage for Spouse or Dependents at the listed rates. Dental coverage would be effective the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

Employee Monthly CostEmployee$0Employee + 1$37.84Family$100.32

VISION INSURANCE

Employees have the option of enrolling in Delta Vision/Eyemed Network with employee premiums paid entirely by the City. Employees can choose to purchase coverage for Spouse or Dependents at the listed rates. Vision coverage would be effective the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

Employee Monthly CostEmployee$0Employee + 1$4.80Family$10.54

LIMITED PURPOSE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

This plan allows you to make pre-tax payroll contributions to use for the reimbursement of qualified out-of-pocket dental and vision expenses. The 2026 contribution limit is $3,400. Coverage begins on the first of the month following the date of hire.

DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

This plan allows you to make pre-taxed payroll contributions to use for reimbursement of your dependent care expenses. The IRS allows you to contribute up to $7,500 per year from your paycheck for child and/or elder care. Coverage begins on the first of the month following the date of hire.

LIFE INSURANCE

Life Insurance is provided to each City employee at no cost. Coverage is one times the annual salary rounded up to the next thousand with double indemnity for accidental death. Life insurance policies go into effect on the first of the month following the date of hire.

SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE INSURANCE

You may choose to elect dependent life insurance for your spouse and/or eligible dependents. Employees pay the full premium cost for dependent life insurance. Coverage will begin the first of the month following the date of hire.

VOLUNTARY WORKSITE BENEFITS

City of New Berlin offers supportive voluntary benefit options for Accident Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance. These benefits help pay for unexpected medical costs and other expenses. Each offering is ala carte so you can select the plan that is right for you and your family. Payroll deductions for the Voluntary Supportive benefits are only offered as after-tax deductions, so any benefits received under these plans are tax-free.

WISCONSIN RETIREMENT SYSTEM (WRS)

As a full-time employee, you will automatically be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System. This pension is administered by the State of Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds.

You will be required to pay the employee's share of contributions to the fund, while City of New Berlin contributes the employer's share. Employees are vested in their portion of contributions immediately and after five years of creditable service for the employer contribution.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION (Section 457 Plan)

The City of New Berlin offers access to a 457 Deferred Compensation program that allows you to save and invest for retirement through payroll deduction. This completely employee funded. Participation is voluntary and employees can enroll at any time. Employees may contribute on a pre-tax or Roth basis.

FREE RECPASS

City of New Berlin employees are able to receive a complimentary Gym and Track RecPASS! RecPASS is a membership that allows for unlimited visits to any drop-in programs at the New Berlin Activity and Recreation Center. Drop-in programs currently include the walking track, open gym, open pickleball, open volleyball and cardio & strength equipment.

ELECTRONIC DIRECT DEPOSIT

Employees will be required to have their paychecks electronically deposited into the financial institution and account of their choice. Participants will receive a statement of earnings each payday as opposed to a payroll check.

WORKERS COMPENSATION

As an employee of City of New Berlin, you are protected under the Worker's Compensation Act, which provides for hospital, medical, surgical care, and income loss payments for work-related injuries and illnesses.

JURY DUTY

In the event you are subpoenaed for jury duty you will be eligible for paid leave.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

City of New Berlin offers access to a free confidential Employee Assistance Program for all employees and members of their household. The program provides a helping hand with such problems as stress, family & relationship concerns, alcohol or drug dependency, workplace conflicts, work life balance, depression and anxiety, parenting concerns, grief or loss, crisis situations, child or elder care resources, and convenience resources. Participants can receive up to six (6) visits in person or telephonically with an EAP Provider per clinical issue per 12 months at no cost.

HOLIDAYS

If a holiday falls on a Sunday, following Monday is observed as a day off. If a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a day off.

New Years DayThanksgiving DayGood FridayDay after ThanksgivingMemorial DayChristmas EveIndependence DayChristmas DayLabor DayNew Years Eve

VACATION

Regular Full-time eligible employees are allocated vacation "up-front" calculated on a fiscal year basis (January 1 - December 31). Employees will earn vacation on the first full month of employment and then on 1/1 of each year thereafter. Vacation will be prorated based on the first day of work for the first year. After one (1) year of employment12 daysAfter three (3) years of employment13 daysAfter five (5) years of employment15 daysAfter seven (7) years of employment17 daysAfter ten (10) years of employment20 daysAfter fourteen (14) years of employment23 daysAfter fifteen (15) years of employment24 daysAfter nineteen (19) years of employment27 daysAfter twenty (20) years of employment29 days

SICK TIME

An employee will earn 8 hours of sick time per month assuming they work the majority of the workdays in that month.

FLEX TIME

Individual departments may use a flex time work schedule subject to the conditions outlined in the FLSA policy.

COMP TIME

Comp time may be accrued per FLSA Policy.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

Employees may attend funerals with pay for the following:

Immediate family: Up to 5 days with pay (includes spouse, child, stepchild, parent, brother, sister, mother-in-law, father-in-law)

Close Family: Up to 3 days with pay (includes grandparent, grandchild, stepbrother/stepsister)

Relative: 1 day with pay (includes brother-in-law, sister-in-law, uncle/aunt)

Employer City of New Berlin

Address 3805 S. Casper Drive

New Berlin, Wisconsin, 53151

Phone 262-754-2454

262-754-1839

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/newberlinwi